SRMG

Saudi Research & Media Group

18
director-level assignments.
15+
months of support.
111
candidates shortlisted.

The company

SRMG is the Middle East’s largest media conglomerate with more than 30 brands across 4 continents, including Asharq Al-Awsat and Arab News. It is currently undergoing a digital and strategic transformation.

Challenge & Objective

SRMG needed to source senior media leaders capable of supporting its internationalization efforts and platform expansion—while navigating tight timelines and niche requirements.

To recruit director-level talent in editorial, commercial, and operational functions aligned with SRMG’s transformation agenda.

"IB consistently delivered media professionals who understand our mission and transformation goals. Their insight into global media talent was crucial."

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Chief People Officer

Strategy

  • Delivered 18 search assignments over 15+ months.
  • Targeted top talent from global media markets.
  • Maintained monthly review meetings with function heads.
  • Built trust with HR leadership and operational heads.

Learning

  • Media transformation needs hybrid profiles with digital and traditional expertise.
  • Recurring mandates are won through quality and consultative support.

Results

Reinforced SRMG’s leadership capabilities and helped drive its repositioning as a future-ready media powerhouse.

  • Director-level placements led to more search mandates based on the quality of consultancy rendered
  • Sourced international media markets and publications.
  • Attracted international experts for SRMG.
  • Led monthly review meetings with function heads.
  • Collaborated with HR Senior management.

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