Evidence-led talent solutions for complex and emerging markets

Senior hires matter. Mis-hires and time-to-fill delays disrupt performance and carry real commercial risk. We help organisations secure leaders who integrate quickly, deliver measurable impact, and stay long-term.

Our methodology is proven to reduce hiring risks across complex and emerging markets.

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Strategic talent solutions for organisations powering the global economy

From trade and transport networks to supply chain, industrial, and infrastructure sectors, we support leadership hiring where complexity, pace, and operational impact matter most.


We combine structured, evidence-based evaluation with experience across emerging markets to ensure every leader is aligned to your success criteria and long-term goals.

92%

Shortlist accuracy across searches

96%

Retention at 12 months for senior placements

30+

Countries delivered in

100%

Repeat business from clients we partner with

Global reach. Local insight. Proven delivery across complex and emerging markets.

Access to high-performing senior talent in regions where traditional search firms struggle to deliver.
Regions we specialise in: Africa | Middle East | Asia | Latin America

World map showing Impact Talent’s global reach, highlighting senior hires delivered across 30+ countries in complex and emerging markets including Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and Latin America.

Three tailored solutions. One evidence-led philosophy.

Our three solutions support every senior hiring scenario — from urgent roles to business-critical leadership appointments.

Talent Essentials

Targeted, efficient sourcing for junior–mid roles when you need speed, accuracy, and reliable market coverage.

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Talent Connect

Exclusive search for mid-senior and specialist positions, with deeper assessment, stronger shortlist accuracy, and a single, consistent message to market.

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Talent Alignment™

Our flagship, evidence-led methodology for senior and business-critical hires, combines behavioural profiling, structured assessment, and integration support to reduce hiring risk.

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An evidence-led approach that delivers long-term performance

  • Icon of a globe showing Africa, Europe, and Asia with a location pin, symbolising Impact Talent’s experience delivering senior hires across 30+ countries.

    Global Reach & Local Insight

    We operate in complex and high-growth markets — from Lagos to Karachi to Muscat — supported by strong local networks and on-the-ground experience.

  • Icon combining a laboratory flask and balanced scales, representing Impact Talent’s evidence-led methodology using behavioural science and expert human judgement.

    Science + Expert Human Insight

    We combine behavioural profiling, competency frameworks, psychometrics, and structured interviews with seasoned insight.

  • Icon of a stopwatch displaying 92%, illustrating Impact Talent’s high shortlist accuracy and efficient time-to-hire performance.

    Faster, More Accurate Hiring

    92% shortlist accuracy and strong time-to-hire performance across all solutions.

  • Icon of a person with a shield and checkmark, representing Impact Talent’s strong leadership retention outcomes and long-term hiring success.

    Leaders Who Stay and Perform

    Our senior placements achieve 96% retention at 12 months — driving stability and long-term impact.

Sector expertise

Deep expertise across global trade, supply chains, and capital-intensive industries.

Global Trade & Transport sector overview covering ports, terminals, shipping lines, freight forwarding, project logistics, and aviation cargo leadership roles.
Infrastructure & Capital Projects sector overview including EPC, port modernisation, industrial zones, and large-scale capital development leadership recruitment.
Supply Chain & Industry sector overview including end-to-end supply chain management, manufacturing, heavy industry, and procurement leadership roles.

For Employers

We support global HR leaders, regional executives, and country-level leadership through critical phases such as market entry, ownership change, operational expansion, and performance turnaround.

For Senior Candidates

We work with experienced leaders across operations, commercial, engineering, finance, and project delivery — matching people with roles that demand impact, integrity, and adaptability.

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