BG&E – Securing a National Sector Lead: Defence for BG&E

BG&E, a leading engineering and design consultancy, sought to strengthen its presence in the Defence sector by appointing a National Sector Lead – Defence. This role was critical for driving business development initiatives and expanding BG&E’s Defence capabilities across Australia.

Despite an extensive passive search over 12 months, BG&E struggled to identify a candidate who met their specific criteria. They required a professional with a strong civil engineering background, extensive Defence sector experience, a proven track record in stakeholder engagement, and ideally, ex-uniform experience. With the role becoming a strategic priority, BG&E engaged our executive search services to identify and secure the ideal candidate.

We were retained exclusively by BG&E to conduct a structured, confidential executive search over 12 weeks. Our four-stage approach ensured that we identified, engaged, and secured a high-calibre candidate who aligned with BG&E’s vision.

Market Mapping & Headhunting:
We reached out to 51 professionals, narrowing it to 21 suitable candidates.

Candidate Engagement & Screening:
We discreetly engaged and screened these candidates, conducting structured interviews.

Interview Process:
We shortlisted eight passive candidates, and four progressed to the second stage, leading to a preferred candidate.

Successful Placement:
We managed the offer and appointment, ensuring a smooth transition.

This case study underscores the critical importance of a strategic and targeted executive search approach in securing top talent within niche industries. By partnering with us, BG&E not only filled a critical leadership role but also significantly enhanced their employer brand and market presence within the Defence sector.

The successful appointment of a high-calibre National Sector Lead – Defence has positioned BG&E to drive robust business development initiatives and expand their Defence capabilities across Australia.

This outcome demonstrates the value of a structured, confidential, and comprehensive search process, which not only meets immediate recruitment needs but also supports long-term strategic goals. Our approach ensured that BG&E had access to a select group of top-tier professionals who were not actively seeking new opportunities, thereby providing a competitive edge in a challenging market.