Bank Acquisition | Australia.
Specialist Project Teams. International Resourcing for Life400 Technology Upgrades.
Problem Faced.
An Australian bank had acquired several businesses, prompting the need to upgrade their existing technology platform. The bank required skilled professionals, but the talent they needed was not readily available in the local market. Suitable candidates were available globally, but not at the scale required.
Traditional recruitment methods they’d used had failed to produce 4–5 key people, and compliance work was a critical factor, ensuring that all visas, taxes, and regulations were met for international hires.
Traditional recruitment methods they’d used had failed to produce 4–5 key people, and compliance work was a critical factor, ensuring that all visas, taxes, and regulations were met for international hires.
Solution Provided.
We sourced the right talent for the upgrade project that spanned 5 years and involved a team of 7–8 professionals, 6 of which were sourced from Europe. We ensured that all compliance requirements were met, allowing the international team to remain in Australia for the project’s duration.
Joe’s deep knowledge of the market and previous successful placements in similar projects meant that he could identify the right candidates for the job. By utilising our extensive global network, the team was able to source top talent that met the bank’s specific requirements.
We also proactively mapped the market and conducted competitor analysis to ensure that the right professionals with the necessary skillsets were identified. There was no need for the bank to go through traditional recruitment processes, which had already proven ineffective. Our ability to deliver a tailored project solution without the need for ad-based recruitment gave the client the flexibility and expertise needed to drive their technology upgrade forward.
Joe’s deep knowledge of the market and previous successful placements in similar projects meant that he could identify the right candidates for the job. By utilising our extensive global network, the team was able to source top talent that met the bank’s specific requirements.
We also proactively mapped the market and conducted competitor analysis to ensure that the right professionals with the necessary skillsets were identified. There was no need for the bank to go through traditional recruitment processes, which had already proven ineffective. Our ability to deliver a tailored project solution without the need for ad-based recruitment gave the client the flexibility and expertise needed to drive their technology upgrade forward.
Where traditional recruitment had failed, PiC went above and beyond to deliver a tailored solution that addressed both our technical and compliance needs. Their proactive approach and ability to source individuals already familiar with the systems made for a smooth collaboration.
Outcome.
The project was a significant success, with our team playing an integral role in the client’s successful upgrade of its technology platform. Over 5 years, our team ensured that the project remained on track and met all compliance and regulatory requirements.
The client benefitted from a cohesive, highly skilled team that worked collaboratively to enhance their systems, particularly in life assurance and asset management. The team’s experience and understanding of the systems ensured that the client’s upgrade was smooth and aligned with the company’s long-term goals.
Thanks to our proactive approach, the client didn’t experience any delays or issues related to talent sourcing, and the technology platform upgrade was completed successfully.
The client benefitted from a cohesive, highly skilled team that worked collaboratively to enhance their systems, particularly in life assurance and asset management. The team’s experience and understanding of the systems ensured that the client’s upgrade was smooth and aligned with the company’s long-term goals.
Thanks to our proactive approach, the client didn’t experience any delays or issues related to talent sourcing, and the technology platform upgrade was completed successfully.
Delivered by.
Joe Marshall
Joe joined PiC in Australia in the mid 1980s, and has been based in London since 1993. He has been involved in the recruitment and placement of Contract and Permanent personnel between Australasia, UK and Europe ever since. When not at PiC, Joe spends his time between London and The Lake District.