Strategic Market Intelligence – Global Pharmaceutical
Location: Ireland
The Challenge
Our client required confidential, real-time market intelligence to inform strategic hiring and workforce planning within the Irish pharmaceutical sector. The aim was to support high-impact talent decisions with tangible, competitive insights. Specific focus areas included attrition benchmarking, identification of recruitment bottlenecks, insight into competitor hiring initiatives, and an evaluation of successful employer branding and retention strategies. Accuracy and discretion were paramount, with all insights gathered under strict confidentiality to safeguard the client's market position.
Our Approach
We partnered closely with our dedicated research function and leveraged our network of senior industry contacts to access validated, high-value intelligence. Following a structured methodology, we defined the critical data points in collaboration with the client, then identified reliable data sources across the industry.
By triangulating information from multiple credible channels, we ensured the accuracy of findings across key themes such as competitor attrition trends, time-to-hire metrics, and market compensation benchmarks. This insight was presented in a format that supported direct action across workforce planning, EVP strategy, and targeted hiring initiatives.
The Outcome
The project delivered strategic clarity across multiple domains of the pharmaceutical talent landscape in Ireland. Key outputs included:
A comprehensive benchmark of competitor attrition and hiring patterns.
Clear visibility into hiring bottlenecks and market skill shortages.
Confidential insight into talent acquisition strategies and upcoming hiring campaigns within peer organisations.
Actionable recommendations for talent attraction, retention, and workforce structuring.
The intelligence enabled the client to de-risk future hiring, enhance their EVP, and approach workforce planning with renewed confidence and competitive awareness.
Strategic Market Intelligence – Leading FMCG Organisation
Location: UK & Ireland
The Challenge
Our client was considering several senior-level hires but required clarity on talent availability across the UK and Irish markets. This strategic intelligence was needed to inform whether direct search, pipeline development, or alternative team structuring would best support long-term growth. With multiple leadership roles under review, the board engaged us to map the market discreetly and assess the feasibility of securing high-calibre talent across key functions.
Our Approach
We worked closely with the client to define the leadership capabilities required and understand the strategic impact of each role. Confidentiality was critical, so we ensured all market intelligence was gathered without alerting competitors or unsettling internal stakeholders.
Utilising our sector-specific research function and network of senior talent, we mapped key donor organisations, functional leadership capability, and potential candidate mobility across geographies. Each candidate was assessed for market readiness, experience fit, and alignment with the client’s strategic direction.
The Outcome
We delivered a comprehensive and targeted talent map, which enabled the client to:
Gain a detailed understanding of senior leadership talent across the UK and Ireland.
Identify high-potential candidates aligned with organisational needs.
Prioritise outreach based on availability, location, and succession potential.
The insights enabled the client to make fully informed decisions on their leadership hiring strategy, supporting long-term capability building while minimising risk.
Leadership Mapping Following European Expansion
Location: Southern European Country
Industry: Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG)
The Challenge
Following the acquisition of a major regional business, our client was integrating it into their broader global structure. Concerned about the leadership capability within the acquired entity, the client engaged us to assess internal talent and identify high-potential individuals across executive roles.
Our Approach
We deployed our research function to map the market using both direct and indirect sourcing channels. Ensuring the accuracy of data was critical, so we triangulated insights via industry conversations and our local consulting network. The project involved systematically identifying competitor organisations and mapping functional leadership across a defined geography.
The Outcome
Our final market intelligence report provided the Group Executive with detailed competitor insights, talent mapping, and mobility analysis. These findings directly informed succession and development planning within the newly integrated business.
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YOUR KEY CONTRACTORS, WE DELIVER THEM.