Client Overview
Chartwell Consulting, a boutique consulting firm specializing in operations excellence, has established itself as a prominent player in the industry. Headquartered in London, with offices in North America and Germany, Chartwell has experienced steady growth since the Covid-19 pandemic. With an ambitious goal of reaching $100 million in revenue over the next 5-10 years, Chartwell identified the need for a new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to drive financial innovation and implement best-in-class processes to support their growth trajectory.
Project Objective
The primary objective of this executive search project was to identify a highly qualified CFO who could:
1. Drive Innovation: Bring fresh perspectives and innovative financial strategies.
2. Implement Best Practices: Establish and optimize financial processes to support scalable growth.
3. Support Strategic Growth: Collaborate with the executive team to achieve the company’s ambitious revenue goals.
Challenges
1. Specialized Industry Knowledge: The new CFO needed a deep understanding of the consulting industry, particularly in operations excellence.
2. Cultural Fit: As a boutique firm, Chartwell values a close-knit, collaborative culture. Finding a candidate who could seamlessly integrate into this environment was crucial.
3. Global Perspective: With offices in multiple regions, the candidate needed experience in managing finances on an international scale.
Search Strategy
To address these challenges, our team implemented a comprehensive search strategy, which included:
1. Industry Mapping: Identified potential candidates from top-tier consulting firms and companies known for operations excellence.
2. Competency Framework: Developed a competency framework based on Chartwell’s specific requirements, focusing on innovation, best practices, and growth support.
3. Network Leveraging: Utilized our extensive network and industry connections to identify and approach high-caliber candidates.
4. Rigorous Screening: Conducted thorough assessments, including technical interviews, cultural fit evaluations, and reference checks.
Outcome
After an exhaustive search and evaluation process, we successfully identified and placed Clive Needham as the new CFO for Chartwell Consulting. Clive brought with him over 30 years of industry experience, having previously worked at McKinsey and other top-tier consulting firms. His extensive background made him a game-changing hire for Chartwell. Clive’s credentials included:
1. Proven Track Record: Extensive experience in leading financial operations at global consulting firms.
2. Innovative Approach: A history of implementing cutting-edge financial strategies and processes.
3. Cultural Alignment: Demonstrated ability to thrive in a collaborative, high-growth environment.
Impact
Clive Needham has already begun to make significant contributions to Chartwell Consulting’s growth strategy, including:
1. Process Optimization: Streamlined financial processes to improve efficiency and scalability.
2. Strategic Planning: Played a key role in refining the company’s financial roadmap towards achieving the $100 million revenue goal.
3. Financial Innovation: Introduced new financial models and tools to support better decision-making and resource allocation.
Conclusion
This successful executive search project for Chartwell Consulting underscores our commitment to delivering tailored, high-quality recruitment solutions that drive business success. By understanding our client’s unique needs and leveraging our industry expertise, we were able to find a leader who is instrumental in Chartwell’s journey towards their growth objectives.
This case study highlights the strategic approach and successful outcomes of the executive search project, showcasing the value provided to Chartwell Consulting in their pursuit of growth and excellence through the hiring of Clive Needham.
