Our client, a delivery-focused architectural practice with studios in London and Riyadh, primarily serves a major player in retail real estate. Their highly dynamic workload often requires delivering designs from concept to RIBA Stage 4 on tight, time-sensitive deadlines. To meet these demands, they needed to hire skilled interior designers and senior architects across two geographies under significant time pressure.
Project Details
Location: UK and Middle East
Solution
We implemented a tailored approach combining permanent recruitment, fixed-term contracts, and contractor-led solutions to meet the brief. Key strategies included:
- Alumni Network: Leveraged our extensive network of professionals placed or contracted by us over 30 years to secure referrals and strong matches.
- PPC Campaigns: Used advanced technology to target candidates beyond traditional job board reach.
- Global Resourcing: Engaged our teams in Delhi and Cape Town to increase capacity, dedicating extra hours and adjusting for time zones to connect with busy candidates.
- Bridge of Hope: Partnered with our award-winning inclusion business to discover untapped design talent.
- Agile Resourcing: Deployed experienced freelance contractors immediately to maintain project momentum while permanent roles were filled.
Outcome
We successfully delivered:
- Permanent hires in London and Riyadh.
- Fixed-term professionals in London.
- All appointments managed through a fast-paced recruitment process, with counter-offer negotiations and seamless onboarding to ensure project timelines stayed on track.