Case Study

Meeting regulatory demands with confidence:

Oliver Wyman and Outsized collaboration

The background

Oliver Wyman, a global consulting leader, reached out to us seeking external expertise to address niche talent requirements in Southeast Asia. Their projects demanded a mix of highly specialised skills, particularly in cybersecurity, financial services, and project management.

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The challenge

Oliver Wyman needed a talent partner capable of delivering professionals aligned with their technical and cultural requirements, all while navigating very tight deadlines.

Here’s what we were up against:

Niche skillset:

The client needed hands-on practitioners with extensive regulatory experience in cybersecurity.

Time sensitivity:

The role had to be filled within a few weeks to meet deadlines for regulatory scrutiny.

Alignment:

It was essential to ensure that the consultant could integrate seamlessly with both the client’s and Oliver Wyman’s teams.

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“We were helping the client prepare for a regulatory audit. The consultant needed to understand the regulator’s expectations while effectively briefing and supporting the client. It was a high-stakes role.”

Anosh Pardiwalla (Partner, Oliver Wyman)

The solution

As soon as Oliver Wyman engaged Outsized for assistance, our team immediately initiated our sourcing and vetting process to ensure a quick and accurate talent shortlist. We leveraged our talent pool of freelance experts to begin the selection process for this unique role. We focused on:

Quick turnaround:

Relevant profiles were delivered within two to three days for general roles and within a week for specialised needs like cybersecurity.

Tailored shortlisting:

Profiles were carefully matched to Oliver Wyman’s requirements, significantly reducing the time spent on candidate evaluation.

Seamless communication:

Direct communication with Outsized’s team, including WhatsApp access to senior members, ensured quick responses and adaptability.

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“What stood out was the speed and the alignment of the profiles with our needs. It saved us significant time and effort.”

Anosh Pardiwalla (Partner, Oliver Wyman)

The follow-through

Once the selection process and candidate shortlist were complete, we supported our client with the handover and onboarding of their new hire. The onboarding process was seamless, with Oliver Wyman conducting interviews to align expectations and ensure the consultant was fully prepared. Key steps included:

Interview customisation:

Interviews were tailored to verify both technical capability and cultural fit.

Onboarding support:

The consultant received a comprehensive briefing on expectations, which contributed to their seamless integration and efficiency.

The outcome

Timely delivery:

The position was filled within three weeks, ensuring no delays in project execution.

Business impact:

The cybersecurity consultant played a pivotal role in helping the client meet regulatory requirements. The consultant’s real-world experience and regulatory expertise enhanced client confidence and project outcomes.

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“Real-world experience goes a long way with clients. Outsized delivered value right from the start.”

Anosh Pardiwalla (Partner, Oliver Wyman)

Long-term partnership

Since this first engagement, Oliver Wyman has relied on Outsized multiple times for specialised roles, including credit risk and project management.

“Having direct access to someone like Anurag at Outsized makes the process much faster and more comfortable. Whether it’s providing feedback on profiles or adjusting requirements, the transparency and responsiveness have been invaluable.”

Anosh Pardiwalla (Partner, Oliver Wyman)

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