Case Study: Talent Pipeline Engagement
Industry: Advanced Engineering & Product Development
Service: Talent Pipeline Engagement
Business Size: 1,000+ staff
Target Region: USA (Midwest)
The Project
A major industrial equipment manufacturer was establishing a new product development hub in the Midwest and needed to secure senior engineers with niche design and systems integration expertise.
The company faced a limited local talent pool, little clarity on mobility patterns in the region and a desire to avoid over-reliance on expensive recruitment agencies.
They partnered with Henley to build a proactive pipeline of specialist talent that would both meet immediate hiring needs and support long-term growth.
Our Results
The programme enabled our client to validate their location choice, reduce reliance on agencies and take ownership of a future-ready pipeline, positioning them to attract and retain the specialist talent required for sustained growth.
Our Approach
Targeted Talent Mapping: We conducted detailed research into senior and specialist engineering talent across the Midwest, identifying potential candidates by skill set, location and industry background.
Pipeline Engagement: Through discreet engagement, we built relationships with passive candidates, creating a talent pool ready for both short-term hires and future expansion needs.
Insight Delivery: We produced a tailored report covering around 150 individuals, providing intelligence on salary benchmarks, competitor hiring trends and candidate mobility patterns. This gave the client a deeper understanding of the regional market as well as direct access to talent.