Helping an International Firm establish a TMT capability in London

Background:

  • We acted for an international firm which, following a major strategic review, wanted to create a new Technology sector as one of the four key areas of strategic focus within the firm.

Strategy:

  • There was some fluidity and flexibility as to how the new practice could be constituted. After discussions with the client, Fox Rodney took a broad approach, mapping the following markets:
    • TMT (broadly defined to include IT, outsourcing and media)
    • IP Litigation
  • Client synergies were identified in the market maps.
  • Holistic approach to market map was adopted, with one document being produced, utilising colour coding to differentiate between partners with specific practice areas, including those with a financial services focus.
  • Focus was on finding a leader to build and drive the practice across Europe.

Challenges:

  • The firm had no reputation in the wider TMT space in Europe or the US.
  • More specifically, due to lack of presence in Europe, the brand did not prove attractive to candidates in certain areas such as IP litigation.
  • Firm could not compete financially with the magic circle and certain US firms.

Outcome:

  • Completed the search with the placement of a leading TMT team from major competitor firm. This team was identified extremely early on in the search as a key target.
  • Firm’s strategic emphasis on TMT and its willingness to allow the team to shape the practice were key factors in ensuring successful closure, in the face of competing offers.

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