Case Study: Delivering Interim Recruitment for Local Government
See how Adecco’s five-step talent sourcing solution helped a local government organisation fill short-term finance roles for key projects, ensuring successful project delivery.
About The Client
Our client are a local government organisation based within England.
The Challenge
Our client had identified several skill gaps in core roles and were looking to implement a new finance team structure.
The client required niche skills on an interim basis, including a Finance Consultant and an Accountant for the completion of key projects. Both roles would also support the new permanent team structure.
Our team of experts committed to designing a comprehensive search strategy to deliver an effective solution.
Our Solution
Adecco agreed on a recruitment process following a five-step approach to talent sourcing:
Consulting with specialists – To ensure the most reliable solution, we worked with our specialist finance team who were able to provide an understanding of the local government market and the best sourcing techniques to target finance professionals.
Talent mapping –We reviewed the available talent pool of both interim and fixed contracts in the local market as well as suitable UK-wide candidates who would be attracted to the hybrid working option included with each role. Targeting candidates and vetting them against specific competencies and qualifications ensured the client’s requirements were met.
Candidate shortlist and client briefing –We provided a detailed brief on each prospect and delivered a varied shortlist of 15 candidates for the role, enabling the client to select the most suitable ones for interview.
Interview and guidance – We supported the client through the two-stage interview process, ensuring key questions for each candidate were included. We also guided them through offer management, providing management advice on securing the best talent for the role.
Candidate placement – We successfully placed two candidates for the short-term contracts. Each candidate remained with the client’s team, going on to successfully deliver their projects.
Additional permanent roles are being discussed as a long-term option, proving the success of the partnership. We remain the recruitment supplier of choice for any further finance recruitment.
Key Results
- All short-term hiring needs fulfilled.
- Hired candidates successfully delivered on their projects.
- Adecco continue to work with the client to support long-term recruitment needs.
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