The Challenge
Sales Layer wanted to set up a legal entity and open their UK Office. This was the first office outside of their Spanish HQs, so a lot of guidance and knowledge sharing was required to navigate this tricky exercise and market entry. 18 months later they are now have a fully established team in London and have secured their Series B from Peakspan Capital and are growing quickly in North America following their third office opening. They were challenged by:
No talent team in the business of 35 so heavily reliant on agency
No data or guidance on salary or benefits in the UK
Ramping targets and pressure from VC's
Historical prolonged process for hiring with inconsistent delivery from external agencies
Lack of network and brand awareness in hiring market
Requirement to create seamless candidate experience and efficient onboarding
The Solution
Through a partnership with Sales Layer and our Key Hire solutions, we were able to deliver:
A consistent, data-driven, and process-driven recruitment process.
Reduce the speed per hire and unit cost per hire.
Build the Sales Layer brand awareness by engaging and on-boarding experienced Mar-Tech candidates across Sales, Pre Sales & Marketing.
Create accountability, predictability and control applied to the business-critical open headcounts. This launch has contributed to revenue growth and the business scaling to +100 people and closing an additional $25m USD series B from Peakspan Capital in June 2022.
The Results
Hired 7 candidates (and counting...) into their initial GTM team:
- Account Executive x 5
- Pre-Sales Consultant
- VP Marketing (Global)
Advised on Benefits & Salaries for each hire.
Recognised as a disruptor in the space with a strong UK & International footprint and sales organisation.
Established Thornton Gregory as the sole GTM recruiter for their UK hiring plans.
