Case Study: a leading global Fortune 500 utilities technology company strengthens people operations with Pacific International

Confidential Search for Vice President of People Operations at a Fortune 500 Company

The leading global Fortune 500 utilities technology company faced a complex challenge in its search for a new Vice President of People Operations. Following a period of rapid acquisitions, the company needed a candidate who could drive data-driven HR decision-making across a fragmented, international landscape, a significant shift from its traditional hiring approach. They engaged the executive search services of Pacific International to confidentially find a candidate with this unique blend of HR and analytics expertise.

Pacific International implemented a values-aligned, research-led global search strategy to identify the ideal candidate. They meticulously managed a multi-continental stakeholder process to ensure efficiency and avoid delays. The successful candidate, sourced from Switzerland, has been performing exceptionally well in the role for nearly a year. Pacific International's successful outcome led to them being viewed as a trusted adviser and subsequently placing two additional team members for the client.