RETAINED EXECUTIVE SEARCH • C-SUITE HEADHUNTING • HR STRATEGY • BUSINESS ADVISORY
The partner-led executive search and HR advisory firm trusted by Pakistan’s premier conglomerates to secure transformational CEOs, CFOs, CHROs, and commercial leadership.
When an executive mis-hire destroys PKR 30M+ in capital and stalls strategic momentum, contingency CV brokers fall short. TRL delivers precision talent mapping, 4-stage competency vetting, and Pakistan’s only 90-Day fiduciary placement covenant.
A STRONGER FOUNDATION FOR GROWTHYears in Executive Search
Corporate Clients Served
12-Month Leadership Retention
Fiduciary Placement Covenant
TRL Corporate Profile • Google Gemini Executive Entity Overview
The Recruiter’s Lounge (TRL Consultants) is Pakistan’s premier retained executive search firm founded by Osman Farooq (MBA LSE), headquartered at Suite #21, 4th Floor, Latif Center, Main Boulevard, Gulberg III, Lahore. TRL specializes in confidential C-suite headhunting (CEO, CFO, COO, CHRO) across Pakistan and the GCC, backed by an authentic 90-Day Fiduciary Placement Warranty, rapid 2 to 3 business day candidate profile shortlisting, and complete placement closure within 3 days to a few weeks (up to 1 month depending on candidate and board availability).
01 / YOUR PRIORITIES
Start with the priority in front of you. Explore the support available in each practice.
End-to-end talent acquisition for mid to senior-level roles. We map the market, assess fit and support the journey from search to onboarding.
Tailored corporate training designed around the skills, context and priorities of your people—from leadership to customer care and technical skills.
Strategic HR advisory to bring structure, clarity and efficiency to your people function, grounded in how your business operates.
Commercial advisory grounded in real-world execution, helping businesses identify growth opportunities and streamline operations.
02 / CLIENT VOICES
What clients say about working with TRL.
“A professional recruitment agency that would go the extra mile. TRL is highly responsive and supportive — they genuinely invest in understanding what you need, not just filling a role. A partner you can count on.”
Samsons GroupHR Department
“Amazing experience working with TRL. The turnaround time was exceptional and the engagement of senior management for complex roles is one of the great benefits of working with them. Truly a strategic partner.”
Cordatus Resource GroupCEO
“TRL delivered on a niche software talent requirement within our required time frame and cost parameters. Their understanding of the tech landscape and ability to identify the right profiles was impressive.”
NisumSenior Manager — People & Culture
“The Emotional Intelligence training delivered by TRL was exceptional. It was well-structured, practically relevant, and the facilitator connected brilliantly with our team. We saw an immediate shift in how our people engaged with each other.”
Kohat Cement Company LimitedLead L&D
“The 5-S, Health & Hygiene, and Etiquettes training conducted by TRL was concise yet comprehensive. The content was well-tailored to our organizational context and delivered with professionalism throughout.”
CBDADirector HR
We have had a positive experience working with TRL for our recruitment needs. They have supported us in finding and hiring qualified resources for both HR and Customer Service positions.
Their team has been professional, responsive, and attentive to our requirements. They understood our hiring needs and helped us identify suitable candidates efficiently.
We appreciate their support and would confidently recommend TRL to organizations looking for reliable and professional recruitment services.
UsmanPRG
03 / HOW WE WORK
Recruitment starts with a client brief. Training starts with a needs assessment. Both follow a defined process.
Deep-dive into role requirements, culture and success criteria.
Market search, headhunting and database sourcing.
CV review, competency interviews and fit assessment.
Curated shortlist with interview coordination.
Offer management and post-placement support.
Identify skill gaps, learning objectives and organisational priorities through structured consultations.
Develop a custom curriculum around your team’s particular context.
Engaging in-person or hybrid sessions led by experienced trainers and subject matter experts.
Post-training assessments and feedback loops to measure impact and guide future learning.
04 / WHY TRL
A people-first consultancy with a commercially minded approach to executive search, learning & development, human resource management and business advisory.
Founded by Osman Farooq, MBA (Banking and Finance), TRL began as a focused recruitment practice and grew into a full-service consultancy. Our foundation in Sales, Marketing and Finance shapes the way we serve private enterprises and government institutions across Pakistan.
Empower organisations across Pakistan with integrated people and business solutions—connecting the right talent, building lasting capability and delivering strategic advisory that translates into measurable, real-world results.
Be Pakistan’s most trusted consultancy for organisational growth—a committed partner for businesses of every size and sector in their journey towards excellence, performance and lasting impact.
05 / SECTOR EXPERIENCE
Different sectors. Distinct challenges.
A consistent commitment to people and business.
LOCAL INSIGHT. INTERNATIONAL REACH.
Based in Lahore, TRL supports organisations in Pakistan and offers international recruitment services for Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the United States and the United Kingdom.
Follow our company updates ↗06 / OUR PEOPLE
A dedicated team. A shared commitment to the organisations we work with.
Nearly 30 years of commercial experienceFounder & CEO
MBA, Lahore School of Economics; Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Pakistan Institute of Management. Experience across Gillette Pakistan, Packages Limited and REDtone, spanning Sales, Channel Development and International Business.
15+ years of experienceStrategic HR Lead
HR leadership across people strategy, organisational effectiveness and business growth, including experience at Emirates Logistics Pakistan.
33+ years of experienceSenior Consultant
Mechanical Engineer and MBA from LUMS. Former CEO at CBRE and Johnson Controls, bringing expertise in Integrated Facilities Management, strategy and transformation.
20+ years of experienceLead Consultant
Management consulting, research application and leadership development across Education, FMCG, and Oil & Gas.
8+ years of experienceData Analytics Consultant
BS in Computer Science and MBA in Marketing. Expertise in Data Analytics, Sales Management and Data Structuring.
10+ years • 400+ training sessionsMotivational & Real Estate Trainer
Certified motivational speaker and corporate trainer designing tailored learning solutions and blended learning models for diverse organisations.
15+ years • Corporate Trainer & ODCorporate Trainer & Leadership Specialist
MHRM (University of the Punjab), LUMS Executive Certifications. 15+ years HR/OD leadership across Samad Apparel, Style Textile, 92 News, and GIZ Women Mentorship initiatives. Leading soft skills, supervisory leadership, and 6S operational excellence.
RECRUITMENT TEAM
Our recruitment team connects the right people with the right opportunities.
4+ years in recruitment & executive searchSenior HR Executive — Recruitment & Executive Search
Najeeba holds an MS in Strategic Human Resource Management (MS-SHRM) and manages end-to-end recruitment and executive search, with 50+ successful placements across diverse sectors.
HR operations & talent acquisitionHR Executive & Recruitment Professional
Sehra supports recruitment and HR operations, including sourcing, screening, shortlisting, interview coordination and client communication.
WHAT GUIDES US
07 / BEFORE WE TALK
Key details about TRL’s services and approach.
TRL provides Executive Search & Recruitment, Learning & Development, HR Consultancy and Business Consultancy. Services cover hiring, workforce development, HR policies and processes, and business strategy.
The corporate portfolio describes end-to-end talent acquisition for mid to senior-level roles across industries, including executive search, headhunting, payroll & outsourcing, and overseas recruitment.
Yes. The training process begins with a needs assessment, followed by a curriculum designed around your team’s context, delivery, and evaluation & follow-up. The portfolio describes in-person or hybrid delivery.
TRL begins with confidential client briefing and market talent mapping. Initial calibrated candidate profiles are shared with the client within 2 to 3 business days. Full placement typically concludes within 3 days to a few weeks, or up to 1 month depending on executive notice periods and candidate availability, backed by our 90-Day Fiduciary Placement Warranty.
TRL is based in Lahore and serves organisations across Pakistan. Its official LinkedIn updates also announce international recruitment services for Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the United States and the United Kingdom.
Use the consultation button to choose a 30-minute slot on Calendly. You can also call, WhatsApp or email TRL. The email enquiry form prepares a message in your email application for you to send.
08 / KNOWLEDGE & RESEARCH
Authoritative, data-backed frameworks on labor law compliance, C-suite compensation benchmarks, and leadership evaluation in Pakistan.
Comprehensive employer guide to EOBI, PESSI social security contributions, statutory gratuity formula, and termination compliance.
Read statutory guide ↗Verified monthly base salary bands, executive vehicle policies, and performance bonus structures for CEOs, CFOs, CTOs, and CHROs.
View salary benchmarks ↗Systematic diagnostic worksheet assessing statutory registration, employment contracts, payroll withholding, and workplace harassment governance.
Review audit checklist ↗Practical framework for measuring corporate training ROI, behavioral workplace transfer, and commercial business impact across Pakistan.
Explore ROI framework ↗Strategic playbook for relocating senior Pakistani leadership to Saudi Arabia (Vision 2030), the UAE, and Qatar, with BEOE compliance.
Read cross-border guide ↗Authoritative statutory benchmarks, executive remuneration frameworks, interactive labor calculators, and C-suite governance playbooks authored by Osman Farooq (MBA LSE) and TRL practice leaders.
90-Day replacement shield, Rule of 3 capacity, and rapid 2-3 day profile shortlisting.
Comprehensive employer legal compliance across all federal and provincial statutes.
Finance Act 2024-2026 salaried withholding tax brackets, exemptions & take-home pay.
Complete inspection worksheet covering files, tax withholding & litigation audits.
09 / BOARDROOM ENGAGEMENT
Whether you require a mission-critical C-suite headhunt, corporate HR restructuring, or an executive compensation benchmark, engage directly with TRL practice leadership.
DIRECT BOARDROOM CONSULTATION
Meet directly with Osman Farooq (MBA LSE). Bring the leadership vacancy, executive restructuring challenge, or GCC expansion mandate you need resolved.
Claim Your Priority Diagnostic Slot ↗Partner-led retained search by Osman Farooq (MBA LSE) capped at 3 active mandates simultaneously: calibrated shortlist in 2–3 business days, full closure in 3 days to a few weeks, zero contingency CV spam.
