A Handler Case Study: Director of Facilities Management

Initiation

One of our Atlanta-based Fortune 200 clients engaged Handler to identify a new Director of Facilities Management.  Our Client provided us with a position description, and we created a detailed position profile to be used for marketing and candidate development purposes, outlining the non-negotiables and requirements for this important role.

Internally

Our Managing Partner quickly assembled its internal team to lead this key search for our client, aligning our recruitment team’s expertise with the specific requirements of the role to ensure a high-quality experience for both our Client and the candidates. Leveraging our ‘Quick Start’ approach, we launched the search process within just three business days of the initial meeting with our Client’s hiring executive and HR team.

Execution 

Our team quickly focused on the Atlanta market, utilizing our Handler Community to announce the search and gather referrals and confidential nominations. In close collaboration with our Client, we held weekly meetings to provide real-time market updates and present qualified, interested candidates. Our Client proved to be an ideal partner, demonstrating excellent communication, flexibility, and responsiveness by promptly meeting with candidates.

Result

Handler is proud to have partnered with our Client to successfully identify and secure their new Director of Facilities Management. After a thorough and collaborative search process, we placed an accomplished professional who brings extensive experience and expertise in facilities management. Our placement will make a significant impact on our Client’s continued growth and success. 

Search Statistics 

Length of Search (business days) – 24 days

Time to Placement Identified – 10 days

Total in Pipeline – 145