Supporting TA teams – A decade of partnership as preferred finance recruiters

Client Overview

For over a decade, Talentedge has been a trusted finance recruitment partner to a large, complex global group with multiple divisions, each operating their own finance teams. All recruitment is managed centrally by a highly experienced Talent Acquisition (TA) team, to ensure compliance, fairness and consistency across all hires.

The Challenge

The client’s scale and structure created several recruitment complexities:

• Multiple finance teams with different hiring managers and technical requirements
• A broad range of finance roles to fill, from entry-level analysts to C-suite executives
• A mix of permanent and interim hiring needs, often with tight turnaround times
• Strict TA-led hiring processes requiring external agencies to align precisely with protocols

The TA team needed an external recruitment partner who could integrate seamlessly into their process, understand the nuances of each division, and still deliver quality, speed and consistency.

Our Approach

1. Establishing aligned processes

From the outset, we worked closely with the TA team to:

• Understand every stage of their hiring process and associated compliance requirements
• Agree on communication channels, reporting templates, and turnaround timelines
• Implement a single point-of-contact model at Talentedge to streamline communication and accountability

We also documented best practice guidelines to ensure all Talentedge consultants involved in the account could operate in full alignment with TA protocols.

2. Acting as an extension of the TA function

Over the years, we have built trusted relationships with both the central TA team and individual finance hiring managers. We provide:

• Role scoping workshops with hiring managers to refine briefs and manage expectations
• Market insight and salary benchmarking to support competitive offers
• Candidate screening and shortlisting tailored to the cultural and technical needs of each division

By maintaining open and transparent communication with TA at all times, we have ensured compliance while removing friction from the process.

3. Delivering across all Finance levels & contract types

We have successfully recruited a wide variety of finance positions, including:

• Permanent hires – Finance Directors, Financial Controllers, FP&A Managers, Analysts
• Interim & contract hires – Project Accountants, Transformation Specialists, Finance Business Partners

Whether the requirement was urgent interim cover or a strategic permanent leadership hire, our approach ensured the right fit, both technically and culturally.

Results

• 10+ years as a preferred recruitment partner
• Hundreds of finance roles filled, spanning all levels and specialisms
• 100% adherence to the client’s strict TA protocols
• Strong, trusted relationships with multiple finance teams and hiring managers

Why This Partnership Works

• Process alignment: Our workflows are built around TA’s requirements
• Sector expertise: Deep understanding of the media industry’s finance talent landscape
• Consistency: Dedicated account management ensuring quality and speed across all hires
• Collaboration: Acting as a genuine extension of the TA function rather than an external supplier

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