Strategic Talent Acquisition for a Startup P&C Carrier

December 20, 2024

Discover how Lyneer Search Group delivered a Group Controller for a fast-growing insurance startup in under 43 days, overcoming market constraints with precision and strategy.

Client Overview


Industry:  Property & Casualty Insurance


Profile: A startup carrier with an innovative distribution model seeking to establish scalable financial processes and build a dynamic team culture.


Search Overview


Position: Group Controller


Objective: Secure a leader to spearhead financial reporting, process development, and team-building initiatives tailored to a startup environment.


Challenges


 Startup Dynamics


The client needed a candidate skilled in building scalable systems and fostering a collaborative, high-performing culture.


Limited Talent Pool


The client’s smaller geographic market made it challenging to identify professionals with insurance accounting expertise and startup experience.


Lyneer’s Approach: Tailored Talent Solutions


Nationwide Search:


Conducted a comprehensive search across the U.S. to identify candidates with the technical expertise and cultural adaptability required.


Targeted Local Market Mapping:


Focused on uncovering talent in the client’s local area to streamline onboarding and reduce relocation challenges.


Proactive Candidate Engagement:


Reached out to 46% of the targeted candidate pool, prioritizing professionals with experience in Property & Casualty insurance accounting and startup leadership.


Presenting Top Candidates:


 Delivered a shortlist of six highly qualified candidates, including three local professionals, to provide the client with a diverse and tailored selection.


Outcome: A Strategic Match in Record Time


Lyneer Search Group successfully placed a local candidate within 43 days of commencing the search.


Immediate Impact: The candidate brought sophisticated financial reporting capabilities, built scalable processes, and fostered a collaborative organizational culture.


Client Success: The hire exceeded expectations, addressing critical leadership needs and positioning the startup for sustained growth.


Client Feedback: “Lyneer’s approach to understanding our unique needs and tailoring the search to our market challenges was exceptional. The candidate has been instrumental in shaping our financial operations and team culture.”


Proven Success in Talent Acquisition


46% Engagement Rate: Connected with nearly half of the targeted candidate pool.


43 Days to Placement: Rapid turnaround to meet the client’s urgent leadership requirements.


90% Quality of Hire:  9/10 candidates placed by Lyneer are promoted at least once, highlighting the long-term impact of our talent solutions.


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