Redundancy is a word no one wants to hear, but in today’s shifting market, especially in cyclical industries like Real Estate & Hospitality, it’s more common than you might think. Being made redundant, particularly at a senior level can feel like a blow to your confidence, identity, and financial security. Read more…
In today’s competitive talent market, especially within real estate, attracting top candidates takes more than a job title and salary. It takes a clear, compelling, and authentic Employer Value Proposition (EVP), a message that answers one critical question: “Why should the right person choose to work here over anywhere else?” Read more…
Board appointments carry weight far beyond the title. The right Non-Executive Director (NED) or Board Member doesn’t just contribute ideas, they shape strategy, influence culture, open doors to new opportunities, and safeguard the long-term direction of the business. In Real Estate & Hospitality, where leadership teams are often lean and Read more…
The Real Estate & Hospitality industries are evolving and so are the expectations around talent. Firms are no longer just looking for candidates who can do the job; they’re competing for individuals who can drive growth, lead through change, and add long-term value. But here’s the truth: if your recruitment Read more…
In the world of executive and senior hiring, especially in Real Estate & Hospitality where the stakes are high and reputations matter, reference checks remain one of the most powerful tools for validating a candidate’s suitability. But too often, they’re treated as a tick-box exercise, an afterthought at the end Read more…
In the world of Real Estate & Hospitality talent acquisition, few moves are as bold or as high-impact as a team lift-out. Rather than hiring individuals one at a time, a team lift-out involves acquiring an entire group of professionals typically from the same company who already work together seamlessly. Read more…
Layoffs, restructures, and mergers are an inevitable part of business but how a company handles exits can shape its reputation for years to come. That’s where outplacement services come in. More than just a gesture of goodwill, outplacement support is a strategic resource that helps departing employees transition smoothly into Read more…
A Non-Executive Director (NED) or Board role is one of the most coveted career moves for senior professionals looking to broaden their impact, contribute to strategic decision-making, and build a rewarding portfolio career. Unlike executive directors, NEDs are not involved in the daily management of a company. Instead, they offer Read more…
As companies strive to stay competitive in today’s fast-changing business environment, many are turning to coaching as one of the key ways to maximise leadership performance and develop emerging talent. A $25 billion global industry, leadership coaching is growing rapidly. But what is it, how does it differ from mentoring Read more…
All companies face a universal truth. At some point, employees will leave and talent will exit the business. Whether through retirement, new opportunities, or unforeseen circumstances, a transition of key people is inevitable. Yet, only 35% of businesses have a formal succession planning process in place, when it comes to Read more…
Personal branding has exploded in recent years. Its growth in a professional context, largely driven by LinkedIn, has helped employees and business leaders promote their identity, share their expertise and demonstrate their value. But what is personal branding and how crucial is it for professional success and career development? Whether Read more…
Attracting top-tier leadership is fiercely competitive and requires more than just traditional hiring methods. Why? Because the most talented individuals are highly unlikely to be actively looking for a job. A strategic partnership of in-house recruitment teams working with an executive search firm can offer property businesses the best of Read more…
Employee resignations can hurt. The leaving date comes and goes, with the real reason for their departure often glossed over. A well-delivered exit interview can however offer dual benefits, giving both employers and employees valuable learning opportunities. Although not mandatory, exit interviews present employers with the chance to gather useful Read more…
When looking for the very best talent, the experience a candidate has throughout the entire hiring process is key. However, the interview stage is especially important. Whilst interviews provide hiring managers with the chance to assess a candidate’s credentials and their potential fit in to the company’s culture, they are Read more…
Bringing a new C-suite executive into a property business is a crucial time of transition, for both the leader and the business. The right onboarding approach can accelerate not only their effectiveness as a leader and improve team unity, but can have a significant impact on future business growth. A Read more…
Hiring the right talent is crucial for the success of any property business. Serving as a window into both a candidate’s capabilities and your organisation’s culture, interviews are a critical element of the recruitment process. As a hiring manager, refining your interview skills can significantly impact your ability to find Read more…
Known for their global presence – Spencer Stuart, Heidrick & Struggles, Russell Reynolds, Egon Zehnder and Korn Ferry – are collectively known as the “SHREK” firms. It’s an acronym that refers to the five largest executive recruiting firms across the world. But who are they? What do they offer? And Read more…
Starting a new job is exciting. It can also be somewhat nerve-wracking and daunting. No doubt, you’ll be desperate to make a strong first impression and set the tone for your role in the team and the wider business. Like many industries, the property sector is a people business, built Read more…
Perhaps you’re facing the departure of one of your C-level leaders. Or, your Development Director has decided to leave unexpectedly. Either way, a crucial area of your property business requires a strategic leadership change. Executive Search firms can play a valuable role in helping property businesses find top talent for Read more…
Psychometric Testing Tools to Recruit, Develop and Retain the Best Property Talent The property job market is competitive. Property businesses need to continually assess how they recruit, develop and retain the very best talent. This insight looks at psychometric testing and the role assessment tools can play in the recruitment Read more…
Hiring the wrong candidate and trying to make them fit in to your property business is much like trying to force a square peg in to a round hole. It can be extremely frustrating and very costly. A mis-hire can have significant costs for any organisation, and this Insight delves Read more…
When it comes to securing the very best leadership talent for your property business, there are two primary recruitment methods to consider – Retained Search and Contingent Recruitment. Understanding how much recruitment firms charge and the factors that dictate their fees, will help you decide which option is best for Read more…
Understanding the differences between Contingent Recruitment and Retained Search will help you decide which is best for attracting talent for your property business. When making an investment to attract leaders to your business, knowing the different approaches of talent attraction in the Property and Real Estate sector is crucial. Understanding Read more…