Business Details
47 Years
experience
Trusted Executive Search & Leadership Solutions
Established in 1979, we are the UK's first executive search firm with a global footprint spanning 79 countries. Our purpose is to create lasting positive impact through leadership solutions tailored to board, executive, and interim roles. With over 45 years of experience, we serve clients ranging from start-ups to FTSE 100 companies, combining deep sector expertise with rigorous methodologies to identify high-calibre leaders. Our values-driven approach prioritises excellence, curiosity, collective success, and care for stakeholders.We lead industry initiatives in ED&I, CSR, and ESG, partnering with organisations like Chapter Zero and Lean In Equity & Sustainability. Our in-house research team and psychological experts provide data-driven insights for leadership development and market intelligence. With 3000+ clients worldwide, we deliver transformative outcomes through a culture of collaboration and innovation.
Services
Executive Search
Interim Management
Leadership Development
Board Advisory
Talent Research
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We offer 45+ years of pioneering executive search experience
- Our global network spans 79 countries with local market expertise
- Proven track record with 3000+ successful client engagements
- We lead industry initiatives in ESG, diversity, and sustainability
- Combining proprietary data with rigorous assessment methodologies
Associations and certifications
- Voluntary Code of Conduct for Executive Search Firms
- Enhanced Code for Executive Search
Services
Executive Search
We identify board directors and C-suite executives through 43 years of market insights and rigorous methodologies. Our bias-free approach combines sector expertise with cultural alignment assessments. Serving public and private enterprises globally, we deliver strategic leadership appointments that drive organisational success.
Interim Management
Providing immediately available executives for transformation projects and leadership gaps. Our network includes specialists in change management and programme delivery. With global reach, we source high-impact interim leaders to maintain business continuity during transitional periods.
Leadership Development
Our psychological experts use data-driven assessments for leadership benchmarking and development. We create tailored programmes to nurture future-ready executives. Combining coaching with performance analytics, we help organisations retain and develop internal leadership talent effectively.
Board Advisory
Building balanced boards with diverse expertise across listed and private companies. We provide governance frameworks and succession planning using proprietary market data. Our advisory services enhance board effectiveness and strategic decision-making capabilities for long-term value creation.
Talent Research
Multi-lingual research teams deliver bespoke insights on leadership markets and competitors. Our intelligence services support strategic talent decisions with real-time data analysis. We combine global reach with sector-specific knowledge to identify emerging leadership trends and opportunities.
People
Kevin Davidson
Chief Executive Officer
Leading strategic direction and client relationships, Kevin oversees global operations from our London headquarters. With extensive executive search experience, he drives innovation in leadership solutions while maintaining our values-driven approach to talent acquisition.
James Peskett
Managing Director
James leads our executive search practice, combining sector expertise with market insights. He specialises in board appointments across multinational corporations, focusing on governance and strategic leadership development for FTSE 100 companies.
Mehran Malik
Chief Financial Officer
Overseeing financial strategy and corporate governance, Mehran ensures fiscal responsibility while supporting growth initiatives. His expertise in financial leadership aligns with our commitment to delivering value-added executive search solutions to clients.
Sean Buchan
Chief Operating Officer
Sean manages day-to-day operations and process optimisation across our global offices. He implements technological innovations to enhance search methodologies while maintaining quality standards across all executive search engagements.
Jonathan Stringer
Managing Director
Leading our international expansion strategy, Jonathan specialises in cross-border executive placements. With deep sector knowledge, he advises global clients on leadership succession and organisational transformation across multiple industry verticals.
Questions
What executive search services do you specialise in?
We specialise in board advisory, C-suite appointments, interim management, and leadership development across all major industry sectors globally.
How does your firm approach diversity and inclusion?
We actively champion diversity through partnerships with organisations like Lean In Equity & Sustainability and EPoC, embedding inclusion in every search process.
Which industries do you cover?
We operate across consumer markets, financial services, industrials, TMT, life sciences, private equity, and specialty practices including renewable energy.
What makes your firm different?
Our 45-year heritage combines with innovative methodologies and ESG leadership to deliver tailored solutions that create lasting organisational impact.
