Business Details
32 Years
experience
Global Executive Recruitment Specialists
Established in 1994, Moloney Search has built a global reputation as a leader in executive search and recruitment. Founded by Dr. Curly Moloney, our firm combines rigorous research methodologies with a deep commitment to diversity and inclusion, delivering tailored solutions for clients across business and public sectors. With a client retention rate of 90% and partnerships spanning over 30% of the FTSE 100, we pride ourselves on our ability to identify and develop exceptional talent. Our cross-sector expertise, supported by in-house teams of consultants and researchers, ensures we meet the unique needs of each organisation.Recognised for pioneering diversity initiatives, including co-authoring Cabinet Office guidelines, we remain at the forefront of ethical recruitment practices. Our membership of the Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) underscores our adherence to the highest professional standards. Through continuous investment in networks and innovative tools like The Cambridge Code, we maintain our position as a trusted partner in talent acquisition.
Services
Executive Search
Non-Executive Appointments
Board Practice
Diversity Recruitment
Leadership Search
Public Sector Recruitment
Early Careers Practice
Functional Recruitment
Talent Acquisition
Succession Planning
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We maintain a 90% client retention rate through consistent delivery of exceptional candidates.
- Our proprietary research methodology ensures comprehensive market coverage and diverse shortlists.
- Pioneers in diversity recruitment with 18 years of dedicated expertise and industry recognition.
- We offer tailored solutions supported by specialist teams in 6 key business sectors.
- Our in-house researchers and consultants provide end-to-end recruitment process management.
Associations and certifications
- Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC)
Services
Executive Search
Our executive search service identifies board-level and C-suite talent through rigorous research and global network access. We combine traditional headhunting with innovative methodologies to deliver candidates who match both technical requirements and cultural fit. With 30 years' experience serving FTSE 100 companies and public sector organisations, we ensure our clients gain competitive advantage through strategic talent acquisition.
Diversity Recruitment
Pioneering diversity recruitment since 2006, we deliver market-leading diverse shortlists through dedicated networks and bias-free methodologies. Our team, which co-authored Cabinet Office guidelines, combines traditional research with innovative tools like The Cambridge Code to identify underrepresented talent across gender, ethnicity, and background spectrums while maintaining the highest candidate quality standards.
Public Sector Recruitment
Specialising in senior public sector roles, we combine executive search expertise with deep understanding of governmental requirements. Our work includes board appointments for departments like the Ministry of Defence and HM Treasury, supported by 100% diversity data compliance and tailored processes that adapt to changing regulatory environments while maintaining rigorous candidate evaluation standards.
Board Practice
Our board practice focuses on non-executive director placements and governance advisory services. We maintain relationships with 64% BAME and 45% female candidates in recent appointments, using targeted research strategies and psychometric assessments to ensure boards benefit from diverse perspectives while meeting strict competency requirements across commercial finance, legal, and sector-specific domains.
Early Careers Practice
This service specialises in developing future leadership pipelines through graduate and early career appointments. Combining traditional recruitment with innovative assessment tools, we help organisations establish diverse talent foundations while ensuring candidates receive exceptional experiences. Our approach integrates long-term career development considerations with immediate skills requirements to create mutually beneficial placements.
People
Dr Curly Moloney
Founder & Managing Director
Dr Moloney founded the company in 1994 after two years at Saxton Bampfylde. With academic experience at Oxford and Cambridge Universities, she pioneered diversity recruitment practices and developed The Cambridge Code psychometric tool in partnership with Cambridge University.
Francesca Sloan
Director
Francesca has been with Moloney Search since 1995, becoming a Director in 2000. After graduating from Bath University, she worked in marketing before transitioning to recruitment, bringing commercial sector insights to our executive search practice while championing diversity initiatives.
Questions
What sectors does Moloney Search specialise in?
We operate across six core sectors: TMT, Business Services, Energy & Utilities, Retail/FMCG, Financial Services, and Not-for-Profit & Education.
How does Moloney Search ensure diverse candidate shortlists?
Our market-leading methodology includes dedicated diversity pools, bias-free advertising, and two-week diversity focus periods during searches, validated by our 18 years of D&I expertise.
What executive search services do you offer?
We provide board-level appointments, senior executive recruitment, non-executive director searches, and functional leadership placements across public and private sectors.
Do you work with FTSE 100 companies?
Yes, we partner with over 30% of the FTSE 100 and maintain long-term relationships with 90% of our clients through our tailored approach.
What tools do you use for candidate assessment?
We utilise The Cambridge Code, a clinically-validated psychometric tool developed with Cambridge University, to assess subconscious leadership characteristics.
How do you support public sector recruitment?
We specialise in senior public sector appointments, maintaining 100% diversity data response rates and compliance with government recruitment standards.
