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Hiring the right talent in Automotive & E-Mobility and related manufacturing industries is more challenging than ever. Whether you’re scaling a new business, replacing a key executive, or trying to keep up with industry shifts, finding top professionals at the right time is a constant struggle.

That’s why I’m launching this newsletter—not for job seekers, but for decision-makers like you: Managing Directors, HR Leaders & Business Partners, and Hiring Managers who need insights, strategies, and connections to secure top talent before competitors do.

Every issue will cover:

? Industry hiring trends & talent availability

? Salary insights & benchmarking

? The challenges companies face in hiring—and how to solve them

? Exclusive access to pre-vetted candidates ready for their next move

Why Hiring in 2025 Is Harder Than Ever

1?? The Talent Gap Is Growing There’s a major mismatch between available talent and the skills companies need today. Whether it’s engineering, sales, product management, or aftersales, finding professionals with the right mix of technical knowledge, leadership skills, and adaptability is getting tougher.

2?? Finding Leaders Who Can Drive Change The automotive industry is undergoing a transformation—but many leadership teams are not. Companies need executives and managers who can navigate disruption, integrate new technologies, and build high-performing teams—yet those professionals are scarce and in high demand.

3?? Slow Hiring = Lost Candidates Top professionals won’t wait 4–6 weeks for multiple interview rounds. Streamlining hiring processes is key to winning the talent race.

What Your Competitors Are Doing Differently (That You Might Not Be)

Here’s what winning automotive and mobility companies are doing right now to secure top talent—before their competitors even know they’re available:

1?? Proactively Engaging Passive Talent The best professionals aren’t applying to job ads—they’re already employed. Companies leveraging targeted headhunting and direct outreach are filling roles faster than those relying on LinkedIn posts and job portals.

2?? Adjusting Compensation & Benefits Strategically Hiring managers who understand the latest salary benchmarks and what candidates actually care about (e.g., remote work, equity, career growth) are closing deals faster—and without overpaying.

3?? Speeding Up Their Hiring Process Instead of dragging candidates through 5+ rounds of interviews, top employers are condensing decision-making into 2–3 rounds and making competitive offers within 7–10 days.

4?? Rethinking Location Strategies Companies that expand their talent pool beyond their HQ region (remote roles, relocation packages, or satellite teams) are getting access to top-tier talent others are ignoring.

Exclusive Insight: The Hidden Cost of an Open Vacancy

Many companies underestimate how much an unfilled role actually costs them. Beyond just lost productivity, the impact includes:

1?? Revenue Loss – Sales roles left open too long mean lost deals and weaker market presence.

2?? Operational Bottlenecks – A missing technical expert can slow down projects, delaying product launches and innovation.

3?? Burnout & Team Turnover – When key roles are left open, existing employees are forced to pick up the slack—leading to stress and increased attrition.

Companies that prioritize fast, strategic hiring (rather than just filling roles reactively) are seeing major improvements in team performance, retention, and bottom-line results.

How Can You Overcome These Challenges?

Instead of competing with every other company searching for the same profiles, work with someone who already knows where the top talent is—before they hit the open market.

As a specialist headhunter in Automotive & E-Mobility, I help companies like yours:

1?? Find high-caliber candidates who fit both skills & culture

2?? Reduce hiring timelines so you don’t lose talent to competitors

3?? Navigate salary expectations & hiring strategies in a competitive market

Let’s connect. Email me via [email protected], or book a quick intro call to discuss your hiring needs https://calendly.com/mobilize-talent/assessment

Coming Up Next: "Employer Branding in Automotive – Are You Attracting or Repelling Top Talent?"

? What your job postings really signal to candidates

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? The small employer-brand tweaks that boost your hiring success

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