The brief:
Our client, a CRC comprising participants from Australian and global industries, universities, research bodies and government agencies sought a new CEO with exceptional stakeholder skills to grow and lead the organisation during a new phase of its development.
Watermark then:
- Undertook a broad-reaching research campaign within Australia and overseas, identifying, approaching and attracting candidates
- Undertook a comprehensive candidate assessment process, to ensure candidates were able to demonstrate agreed capabilities and would be a good cultural fit
- Facilitated shortlist interviews, comprehensive referencing (qualification, professional) and other checks before negotiating with preferred candidate
The outcome:
A successful placement with strong leadership skills combined with commercial nous well capable of leading the CRC into a sustainable funding future.