Case Study: Finding a Director of Aircraft Management for a Swiss Aircraft Operator
Business Type: Aircraft Operator
Location: Switzerland
Recruitment Type: Permanent Aviation Recruitment
Key Stakeholder: Head of Human Resources
Consultant: Elliott Cox, Recruitment Consultant, GOOSE Recruitment
Our client, a leading aircraft operator based in Switzerland, faced an urgent need to recruit a Director of Aircraft Management. The company sought a highly skilled professional to oversee its aircraft management operations while aligning with the organisation’s unique vision and goals.
The client came to us through a recommendation, recognising our expertise in permanent aviation recruitment.
The Challenge
The recruitment process presented several challenges:
Niche Talent Pool: The role required specialised experience in aircraft management, making the candidate search particularly difficult.
Urgency: The position became critical when a candidate offered the role dropped out at the last minute.
Resource Constraints: The client lacked the internal resources to conduct a detailed search at short notice.
The Solution
We adopted a tailored recruitment process to address the client's challenges and find the ideal candidate within a short timeframe:
Understanding Requirements:
We conducted detailed discussions with the Head of HR to fully understand the role, expectations, and company culture.
Targeted Search Strategy:
Using market mapping and outreach techniques, we identified and approached highly relevant candidates, leveraging our aviation networks and databases.
Screening and Shortlisting:
Each candidate was carefully screened and assessed against the client’s requirements. Comprehensive discussions with the client accompanied every shortlisted candidate to bring their skill set and experience to life.
Collaboration:
Regular updates and feedback sessions ensured the recruitment strategy aligned perfectly with the client’s needs.
Offer Management and Onboarding:
We facilitated smooth negotiations, ensuring the candidate and client were satisfied, and supported preboarding to ensure the candidate was prepared for their new role.
The Results
The entire recruitment process, from the initial job intake to the candidate accepting the offer, was completed in just four weeks. This swift turnaround ensured minimal disruption to the client’s operations and met the urgent timeline for filling this critical role.
The candidate selected for the position demonstrated exceptional skills and a strong alignment with the organisation’s needs. As part of the final stages, the candidate flew to Switzerland to meet with the CEO. This in-person meeting left a lasting impression, confirming their suitability for the role. Following the visit, offer negotiations progressed smoothly, leading to a successful placement.
Client Benefits
Our recruitment process delivered speed and efficiency, enabling the client to fill a critical role within a tight timeframe. By leveraging our extensive aviation networks, the client gained access to a highly specialised talent pool, ensuring they were connected with the best candidates in the industry.
Our in-depth understanding of the position and the aviation sector allowed us to deliver a seamless recruitment process, providing the client with confidence and peace of mind throughout the entire journey.
Conclusion
Through a tailored and collaborative approach, we successfully placed a Director of Aircraft Management with a Swiss aircraft operator, ensuring their operations continued without disruption.
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