Advising boards and management teams through organisational change, transformation and growth
We specialise in advising FTSE 100, FTSE 250 and private equity-backed boards on the appointment of chairs, non-executive directors, CEOs and CFOs as well as executive committee members and their direct reports.
Clients benefit from the variety of work that we do as it enables us to look for parallel experience and to think laterally and imaginatively, employing our expertise in working across all sectors and sizes of company.
Our assignments are bespoke and distinct and we thrive in the creative and collaborative approach this allows us to take.
CEO search
The appointment of a new chief executive is arguably the most important decision made by a board. We are experts in finding the very best candidates globally for the top role and then partnering with the chair and nomination committee to advise on and secure a successful appointment. Often we are asked to support at times of tremendous change and heightened scrutiny, and where confidentiality is essential. However, we never lose sight of a meticulous process, where every board member feels they have been given a choice of outstanding, thoroughly-referenced candidates.
CFO search
With 44% of the FTSE 350 CFOs in their current roles for two years or less, the battle to attract the best finance talent is intense. We are proud of our strong, trusted relationships within the financial officers community, and senior finance leaders frequently come to us for confidential advice on their careers. So, we know who is open to a move and who is not. Our work to appoint CFOs and their direct reports spans across the FTSE 100, FTSE 250, AIM listed and private equity-backed businesses.
Executive search
Helping to build successful, well-functioning teams is at the heart of what we do. We advise on executive committee and senior leadership appointments across core functions and divisional CEO roles. Sometimes we are looking for individuals with the potential to succeed the CEO in the medium term. In other situations, we partner with a new CEO to create a new team and culture to transform an organisation, advising on several key appointments simultaneously.
Chair & NED search
Successful chairs lead boards with authority and impartiality, ensuring they operate with rigour, transparency and constructive challenge to management. At a time of increasing board scrutiny, the chair role has never been more critical. We specialise in chair and non-executive appointments, including committee chairs and senior independent directors, and advise on board composition, effectiveness and succession planning.
Succession planning
Effective succession planning is a critical responsibility for boards and senior leadership teams. We partner closely with our clients on a thoughtful and rigorous process, which begins by agreeing the key experience, skillset and leadership style for the role, aligning with the company’s strategy. It frequently includes an in-depth assessment of the internal talent, combined with a highly confidential market mapping of external candidates. Our work supports informed decision-making over time, giving boards and leaders the confidence that they understand their options before succession becomes urgent.
Leadership assessment
We work with our clients to assess their senior leaders, helping to inform appointment decisions, succession planning and development conversations. Our assessments combine in-depth interviews, psychometrics and referencing to evaluate capability, motivation, judgement and fit against a role specification. Used alongside search or as a standalone service, this work helps boards and executives make balanced, well evidenced decisions about individuals and teams.
Senior leadership team assessment
to support CEO, CFO and executive committee succession for a FTSE 100 utility business
International reach
Headquartered in London, we have identified and appointed chairs, non-executive directors and executive committee members all over the world.
board members
relocating to the UK
Cross-border executive search is a core part of our practice. We have a strong track record of working across cultures and international markets.
Our global reach is further supported by our membership of Global Board Advisors, a network of partner firms in North and South America, Europe and Asia Pacific.
The appointment of a new Chief Executive is arguably the most important decision made by a board. We are experts in finding the very best candidates globally for the top role and then partnering with the Chair and Nomination Committee to advise on and secure a successful appointment. Often we are asked to support at times of tremendous change and heightened scrutiny, and where confidentiality is essential. However, we never lose sight of a meticulous and thorough process where every board member feels they have been given a choice of outstanding, deeply referenced candidates.
Group CEO
for a FTSE All Share technology and business services company
Group CEO
for a FTSE 100 consumer company
CEO appointment
for a private equity backed hospitality business