Case Study #15 – VP Strategy & Operations

Sector: Digital / Tech Group
Location: France

Context:
As part of the same transformation program, the company created a VP-level role to oversee cross-functional strategic planning and drive operational alignment.

Strategic Objective:
Find a profile capable of leading strategic projects across departments and acting as a key advisor to top management during the group’s scale-up phase.

Challenge:

• Rare hybrid profile needed: mix of consulting rigor, operational leadership, and internal governance sensitivity

• The environment was fast-paced and required strategic agility

Process:
Direct approach via targeted and confidential executive search

Sourcing Strategy:

• Tapped into strategy consulting networks and scale-up ecosystems

• Leveraged both client network and personal referrals

• Prioritized academic excellence and transformation experience

Candidate Profile:

• Senior consultant with internal strategy experience

• Trained at top French business and engineering schools