Serving Success: How We Aced the Recruitment of a Building & Services Manager for The All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club

The Background

We recently undertook a critical recruitment project for The All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club Limited, renowned for hosting the prestigious Wimbledon Championships. The club sought a Building & Services Manager to oversee year-round maintenance and ensure peak performance during the Championships.

Challenges

The role required managing building services with impeccable leadership, maintaining high standards of operational compliance, and preparing for major events. Essential skills included managing HV/LV networks, enhancing maintenance procedures, and coordinating with internal teams and external contractors.

The Results

Following a rigorous selection process, we successfully placed a highly qualified Building & Services Manager. The new hire demonstrated exceptional leadership, technical expertise in managing life safety systems and BMS, and the ability to drive compliance and innovation. Their immediate impact included streamlining maintenance operations, enhancing safety protocols, and preparing for the Championships with precision.

The appointed Manager's proactive approach and strategic management have elevated operational efficiencies, strengthened the club's infrastructure, and positioned it as a global benchmark in sports venue facilities management.