Finding specialist marketplace talent willing to relocate during uncertain times requires creative sourcing strategies and deep market understanding.
IndieCampers
Cross-Border Talent Solutions
Indie Campers, a leading campervan rentals business headquartered in Lisbon, is evolving into a comprehensive campervan and roadtrips marketplace. During a period of significant growth in the vacation rentals sector, they sought to expand their marketplace operations team, facing unique challenges in talent acquisition and relocation during the post-pandemic recovery.
The Challenge
Indie Campers faced significant hurdles in local talent acquisition for their marketplace operations team. The post-pandemic boom in vacation rentals and experiences created intense competition for talent, while relocation requirements and ongoing travel restrictions in 2021 added layers of complexity to their search.
The Solution
We conducted extensive mapping of glamping, OTA (Online Travel Agency), and marketplace businesses throughout the UK and EU. Our focused approach targeted professionals with relevant experience who would consider relocating to Portugal, despite the uncertainties of travel restrictions and lockdowns.
The Results
Our targeted search identified a perfect candidate at Glamping Hub in Seville. Successfully navigating the complexities of international relocation during uncertain times, we secured the placement, and the candidate relocated to Lisbon with their family in late 2021, strengthening Indie Campers' marketplace operations team.