Executive Hiring for HR SaaS Product Management

Client Background & Hiring Requirements

Our client, a well-established global business specializing in ID database search for the public sector, launched an internal "start-up" division. This new business unit aimed to develop proprietary technology for mid-sized to multinational companies, enhancing HR management efficiency.

Having already hired a Product Marketing Manager and a Business Development Manager, the company needed a senior Product Management Executive with deep expertise in HR SaaS applications. This leader would be responsible for driving product management and executing the go-to-market strategy.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate required:

• Experience: At least 10 years as a Senior Product Manager in an international HR SaaS company.
• Skills: Strong technical background, team leadership, strategic roadmap execution, and proven success in SaaS pricing strategies.
• Qualifications: MBA graduate, fluent in English, with spoken Dutch.
• Location: Based in Europe, with the ability to work remotely but regularly visit the Netherlands office.

Search & Selection Process

To identify the right candidate, we implemented a multi-channel search strategy:

• Advertised the role on Antal.com, AntalTech jobs platform, and LinkedIn.
• Leveraged Antal Geneva’s international network databases and AI-assisted search tools.
• Conducted a thorough selection process, including:
  • Screening and interviews to assess technical skills and relevant achievements.
  • Detailed reference checks after the first client interview for shortlisted candidates.

Results

• Within four weeks, we shortlisted four top-tier candidates meeting all key criteria.
• Within six weeks, an exceptional Head of Product from a leading HR SaaS company accepted the offer.

This successful placement enabled our client to accelerate their HR SaaS product launch, reinforcing the value of a strategic, targeted executive search.