Posted on: 22.04.2026
The Brief
A leading technology solutions provider in the digital radio and smart audio device market required a PR & Communications Manager to strengthen their communications efforts. The company is known for its pioneering solutions in consumer DAB digital radios and was collaborating with a major tech company to launch a Google Cast-enabled smart audio solution.
Hanson Search was engaged to conduct a retained executive search to identify and recruit a suitable candidate. This involved creating a detailed job description, mapping out the market, developing a longlist, and eventually delivering a shortlist of candidates. We also conducted all first-round interviews on behalf of the client.
Approach
Working on a retained basis, Hanson Search began with a comprehensive assessment of the role’s requirements, opportunities, and challenges within the industry. We employed a combination of traditional headhunting techniques, an online advert, placements on social media, and leveraging extensive referrals from industry contacts to secure an outstanding candidate. The process was handled with the utmost confidentiality, including the offer and resignation processes, diversity monitoring and feedback management.
Throughout the search, it became clear that the ideal candidate would need deep B2B tech expertise, as well as a solid understanding of the consumer tech landscape to translate complex technical material into engaging, accessible content. Additionally, the candidate needed to be capable of collaborating effectively with internal teams across multiple departments, as this was a newly created role.
Success
Hanson Search developed a comprehensive longlist of potential candidates and assigned a dedicated researcher to the project. We proactively reached out to the market and conducted initial competency-based interviews with qualified candidates. The chosen candidate was a B2B technology specialist with experience in both the B2B and B2C sectors. She brought significant expertise in the semiconductor space and was a strong cultural fit for the company.
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