Our work with a growing Professional Services Firm in the U.S

In February 2025, FIFTEEN WEST partnered with a growing Professional Services Firm in the U.S., following a successful referral from a sister brand.

The business was at a pivotal moment — looking to accelerate its U.S. growth by hiring a senior leader who could drive strategy and performance on the ground. With no internal resource available to take on the role, the firm turned to FIFTEEN WEST to lead a high-quality, retained search for an expert in the U.S. HR market.

The Challenge

The client needed a senior hire who could operate as both a strategic leader and hands-on contributor, someone embedded in the U.S. HR space, with credibility and commercial impact. The challenge wasn’t just finding someone with the right experience, but also aligning on cultural fit and long-term vision.

With no in-house resource to manage the process and the stakes high for their U.S. expansion, they needed a specialist partner who understood the landscape and could move with diligence and confidence.

The Solution

FIFTEEN WEST delivered a retained search solution, starting with a full market mapping project across New York and the East Coast. We identified 130 high-potential leaders and carried out detailed screening to evaluate experience, motivations, and compensation expectations. Weekly calls with the CEO and COO ensured total transparency, regular feedback, and confidence in the process.

By combining a data-led approach with open communication and strategic guidance, we narrowed down an initial shortlist of five to three final-stage candidates, each with a unique value proposition. The client is now positioned to appoint a high-impact leader to shape the future of their U.S. business.

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