Strategic Talent Advisory

Periods of growth, transformation or leadership transition often create immediate capability gaps across critical functions. Beyond structural clarity, organizations require access to the right talent, interim leadership support and flexible solutions to ensure continuity.

McCann Strategy Consulting approaches this area through a strategic advisory model — supporting the build, staffing and temporary coverage of investor relations, communications, sustainability and marketing functions in alignment with corporate priorities.

Unlike generalist recruitment approaches, this work is grounded in direct functional experience across investor relations, communications, sustainability and marketing. Role requirements are defined from practical experience — not inferred through job descriptions — enabling a faster and more precise assessment of required capabilities and seniority levels.

As a result, candidate evaluation is significantly more rigorous and targeted, allowing companies to reach the right outcome more efficiently while avoiding misalignment and iteration cycles typically seen in generalist hiring processes.

The model is also flexible in execution. Functions can be supported on an outsourced basis where full-time roles are not yet established, or covered directly on an interim basis to ensure continuity during transitions. Where required, investor relations responsibilities can be undertaken directly, supported by relevant capital markets licensing. Similarly, independent board roles can be assumed or suitable candidates identified in line with listed company requirements.

This approach ensures that talent solutions are not only technically qualified, but immediately applicable within the company's strategic, regulatory and governance context.