Realsols’ Strategic Talent Acquisition for Celero Solutions
TekSystems Canada, a leading talent management and staffing organization, worked with Realsols to undertake a complex hiring initiative for Celero Solutions, a premier provider of fintech services for credit unions and financial institutions. Celero required a senior technical project manager who could easily mix into their team, lead cross-functional groups, and guarantee that essential projects were completed on schedule.
Realsols was chosen to carry out this critical employment process particularly due to its outstanding track record in providing recruiting and IT consulting services.
Celero Solutions encountered considerable difficulty in finding and hiring a senior project manager with the necessary expertise to immediately impact current and future FinTech initiatives. The position called for an expert with the following skills:
1. Deep technical expertise in project management tools and methodologies (e.g., Agile, PMP certification).
2. Outstanding leadership skills to guide diverse, cross-functional teams.
3. Strong adaptability to Celero’s dynamic and collaborative organizational culture.
TekSystems turned to Realsols to deliver a solution due to the following key obstacles:
– Niche talent pool: The need for candidates with both fintech expertise and technical leadership was highly specialized.
– Cultural alignment: Ensuring the candidate could seamlessly integrate into Celero’s environment.
– Accelerated timeline: Celero required the role to be filled swiftly to prevent project delays.
Realsols developed a step-by-step recruitment plan tailored to Celero’s needs and completed the process within a strict five-week timeline. Here’s how it unfolded:
Phase 1: Consultation and Requirement Analysis (Week 1)
- Had in-depth conversations with Celero and TekSystems to comprehend the leadership, technical, and cultural requirements for the position.
- Clearly defined objectives, including requirements for experience, onboarding schedules, and candidate qualities.
- Showed the need for Agile expertise and experience managing large-scale FinTech initiatives.
Phase 2: Talent Search (Week 2)
- Made use of Realsols’ networks and talent database to find qualified applicants.
- After reviewing more than 25 resumes, the most promising ones were shortlisted.
- Ten preliminary interviews were conducted to evaluate cultural fit and technical proficiency.
Phase 3: Evaluation and Shortlisting (Week 3)
- Assessed applicants’ problem-solving skills, Agile approaches, and project management tools.
- Performed behavioral interviews to evaluate skills in conflict resolution, leadership, and flexibility.
- Selected the top three applicants who satisfied all important requirements.
Phase 4: Final Selection (Week 4)
- Presented the top three candidates to Celero for final interviews.
- Celero selected a senior project manager with over 10 years of fintech experience, strong stakeholder management skills, and excellent team leadership.
Phase 5: Onboarding and Support (Week 5)
- Collaborated with Celero to provide the new hire with essential tools, including project management software.
- Conducted weekly check-ins during the first month for smooth integration and support.
Realsols’ tailored recruitment approach combined deep industry expertise, a structured screening process, and proactive onboarding support. Key elements of the solution included:
- Accurate Talent Matching: Utilized advanced recruiting techniques to identify professionals with specialized experience in fintech.
- Efficient Evaluation: Implemented comprehensive technical and behavioral assessments to ensure candidates met all required criteria.
- Smooth Onboarding: Fostered seamless collaboration between TekSystems, Celero, and the new hire, ensuring a streamlined transition.
Challenges and Resolutions
- Challenge: A shortage of qualified individuals with experience in financial technology.
Resolution: Tapped into Realsols’ wide network and tailored sourcing tactics to discover highly qualified people. - Challenge: Ensuring cultural fit and smooth onboarding.
Resolution: Conducted comprehensive pre-hire evaluations and post-placement check-ins for a smooth integration. - Challenge: Short hiring timeline.
Resolution: Embraced an organized but agile approach to hasten the process without sacrificing quality
Realsols’ collaboration with Celero Solutions has achieved exceptional outcomes:
- Accelerated onboarding: Recruitment and onboarding were completed in just five weeks—well ahead of the industry average of eight weeks.
- Project success: Within the first six months, the new project manager successfully delivered three major FinTech projects, all on time and within budget.
- Enhanced team morale: Strong leadership improved team dynamics, driving a remarkable 92% team satisfaction score.
- High retention: After a year, the project manager received excellent performance reviews, reflecting long-term success.
Key Metrics at a Glance:
| Metric | Value |
| Project Success Rate | 100% |
| Team Satisfaction | 92% approval |
| Candidate Retention | 1+ years with high reviews |
CONCLUSION:
Realsols has proven its capacity to acquire, appraise, and integrate top personnel for specific roles. By placing a senior project manager at Celero Solutions, Realsols proved how specialized recruitment solutions can tackle difficult business challenges.
For quick hiring and seamless talent integration, Realsols is ready to deliver.
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