The Challenge

For over a year, one of the UK’s top 5 VARs had been unable to secure a Cloud Practice Lead. The vacancy left critical AWS transformation projects stalled, increased delivery risks, and was creating competitive pressure in a fast-moving cloud market. The client needed an experienced leader with proven enterprise delivery expertise but within a capped budget that made attracting top-tier talent almost impossible.

FT Select’s Approach

FT Select activated its network of AWS cloud leaders, individuals we had already identified and engaged across the VAR ecosystem. Instead of relying on job boards or open applications, we targeted proven leaders currently running cloud practices at competitor firms. By combining discreet outreach with our precision search methodology, we were able to deliver candidates who not only met the technical requirements but also had the leadership pedigree and industry credibility to drive transformation immediately.

The Outcome

Within just 10 days, FT Select introduced a standout candidate, a proven AWS leader from within the VAR landscape. The client immediately recognised the fit.We managed the process end to end screening, interview coordination, and offer negotiation. Within two weeks the candidate had accepted, onboarded, and begun unblocking the very projects that had been stalled for over a year.

A search that had dragged on for 12 months was solved in less than a fortnight.

Why FT Select?
Clients choose us because we save time, protect their reputation, and secure leaders who perform from day oneWhen others spent 12 months searching without success, FT Select delivered in just 10 days. Our combination of market reach, discretion, and precision targeting ensures clients secure the people they need faster, smarter, and with less risk.