About The Project

This project centered on recruiting a Sector Specialist for Green Urban Mobility for a leading German development bank’s New Delhi office. The primary goal was to support the bank’s initiatives in financing and implementing sustainable urban mobility projects, a vital component of the Indo-German development cooperation in India. The role required a candidate with an exceptional combination of skills, including a profound understanding of sustainable transportation, project management expertise, and a nuanced grasp of the Indian urban mobility landscape. The ideal candidate needed to be adept at engaging with a range of stakeholders, from government entities to international partners, effectively contributing to the bank’s mission of promoting eco-friendly urban transport solutions. The recruitment process was designed to identify an individual who could not only comprehend the technical aspects of green urban mobility but also innovate and implement strategies efficiently. This was in alignment with the objectives of the Indo-German Green Urban Mobility Partnership, aiming to integrate sustainable and inclusive transportation solutions into the urban fabric of India. The successful appointment of the Sector Specialist was expected to significantly bolster the bank’s efforts in shaping a greener, more sustainable urban mobility future in India.

Services Provided

The engagement covered end-to-end executive search, candidate evaluation, stakeholder coordination, and onboarding support for a highly specialized sectoral role.

Market Analysis & Job Profiling

An in-depth sectoral market analysis was conducted to assess talent availability, required competencies, salary benchmarks, and industry expectations. A detailed job description and competency framework were developed to align with the client’s technical and strategic requirements.

Talent Sourcing Strategy

A multi-channel sourcing strategy was implemented, including targeted headhunting, outreach through professional networks, sector-specific job platforms, and engagement with academic and industry institutions to identify qualified candidates.

Screening & Competency Evaluation

Over 80 profiles were screened through structured evaluation processes focusing on technical expertise, project management experience, stakeholder coordination capabilities, and sectoral knowledge in green mobility systems.

Interview Process Management

A structured interview framework was designed and executed for 16 shortlisted candidates, followed by detailed assessments and final interviews with top profiles. UIL managed coordination, evaluation documentation, and panel alignment throughout the process.

Reference Checks & Background Verification

Comprehensive reference verification was conducted to validate professional track record, integrity, leadership capability, and sectoral credibility.

Offer Negotiation & Onboarding Support

UIL facilitated offer discussions, compensation benchmarking, negotiation support, and pre-joining coordination to ensure seamless onboarding and role transition. The assignment successfully resulted in the placement of a qualified Sector Specialist, strengthening the client’s efforts toward advancing sustainable and inclusive urban mobility solutions in India.