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It was a hot Monday morning when Ifteqar and Amjad, senior recruitment consultants at Spark Appointments, arrived at the office of their new client, Global Industries. Ifteqar and Amjad had been brought in to help fill an important C-suite position that had been vacant for months.

As he walked into the lobby, Ifteqar and Amjad could feel the energy of fear in the air. This was a high-stakes search, and Global Industries’ leadership team had counted on him to provide the perfect candidate.

?Entering the front door, Ifteqar and Amjad made their way to the staff room, where he was greeted by CEO Mr. Mukarram and CFO Mr. Shahnawaz and moving into a private conference room. "As you know, our COO Mr. Shahzad left us suddenly three months ago, and we're really struggling to keep things running smoothly without filling that key role."

?Ifteqar said with a nod. I understand this is an important position. Can you tell us more about the responsibilities and qualifications you are looking for? I want to make sure I have a clear understanding of what success in this role looks like.

?Mukarram and Shahnawaz went on to outline the basic duties of a COO - managing day-to-day operations, managing strategic planning, managing a large team, acting as a key advisor to the executive team He emphasized the need for collaboration and delivery data plays a broader role emphasizes the experience of the business.

And of course, Mukarram added, "it's imperative that this person be a cultural fit. Our leadership team is very strong, and we need someone who fits in well with our fast-paced new environment."

?Amjad diligently took notes and asked clarifying questions to ensure there was a thorough understanding of client needs. He knew that finding the right candidate would require not only getting his resume right, but diving into the candidate’s idea of strategy, leadership style and culture with him around also in detail.

?After the first meeting, Ifteqar and Amjad spent time reviewing the company’s current challenges, growth plans and organizational structure. They also requested to meet with key staff to gain a more comprehensive view of the role and leadership development within it.

?Through these conversations, Ifteqar and Amjad gained valuable insights and learned that Global Industries was undergoing a massive digital transformation, and a new COO would require innovation with a technical background. He also revealed a tension within the leadership team, which meant a successful candidate would need exceptional emotional intelligence and conflict resolution skills

?With this comprehensive understanding of the client’s most pressing needs Ifteqar and Amjad set to work creating a targeted recruitment process. He used his extensive contacts, industry expertise and sophisticated analytical techniques to identify the best candidates.

?Instead of just reviewing resumes, Ifteqar and Amjad took the time to thoroughly vet each potential hire, assess their fit from a professional and cultural standpoint He conducted in-depth interviews, conducted psychological tests, and scheduled candidates project met with members of the leadership team.

Through this diligent approach, Ifteqar and Amjad was able to present exceptional candidates who not only had the necessary skills and experience, but also had a strategic, shared vision create and culture compatibility for success in the program also for Global Industries

The client was impressed with the quality of the candidates, and after a rigorous selection process, an experienced COO was ultimately chosen who hit the ground running and had an immediate impact on the business

For Ifteqar and Amjad, this engagement was a testament to the power of truly understanding the client’s most pressing needs. By taking the time to become deeply involved in the client’s challenges, culture and vision, he was able to exceed their expectations and set the new COO up for long-term success

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