Business Details
39 Years
experience
Trusted Executive Search Services in London
Howgate Sable is a distinguished executive search firm with a 30-year heritage of delivering talent and enabling organisational change. Our approach is rooted in honesty, trust, and partnership, ensuring we become an extension of our clients' teams. We specialise in identifying leaders for Board-level, C-Suite, and Senior Management roles across diverse sectors, leveraging our global network and sector-specific expertise. Our independence and flexibility guarantee ownership of every search, supported by a dedicated research team that understands market dynamics and client needs. We prioritise long-term relationships over transactions, combining decades of experience with a forward-thinking mindset to deliver results that speak for themselves.Our repeat business reflects our commitment to excellence, as we focus on understanding client cultures to provide tailored solutions. With a presence in London, Manchester, Dallas, and Zurich, we offer a boutique advantage that larger firms cannot replicate. Our partners are sector specialists who bring strategic insight and consultancy to every assignment, ensuring candidates align with organisational values and objectives. We embrace technology while maintaining a personal touch, blending innovation with the human element critical to successful executive search. Our reputation is built on a foundation of integrity, ensuring clients receive unparalleled service and candidates find opportunities where they can thrive.
Services
Executive Search
Interim Management
Cybersecurity Recruitment
Infrastructure Recruitment
Consulting Services
Board Level Recruitment
C-Suite Recruitment
Global Talent Acquisition
Sector-Specific Recruitment
Leadership Consulting
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of expertise in executive search with a focus on sector-specific leadership placements.
- Our partners are sector specialists who provide strategic consultancy alongside recruitment solutions.
- We prioritise long-term relationships through honesty, trust, and tailored client partnerships.
- Our global reach extends to the UK, Middle East, USA, and Asia, with local market insights.
- We guarantee results through a dedicated research team and a 100% ownership approach to every search.
Services
Executive Search
Our executive search service identifies top-tier leaders for Board-level and C-Suite roles across industries. We combine sector expertise with a rigorous methodology to match organisational culture and strategic goals. Clients benefit from a tailored approach that ensures long-term alignment between candidates and business objectives.
Interim Management
Interim management solutions provide immediate leadership for critical transitions or projects. Our specialists place experienced executives who deliver stability and expertise during periods of change, ensuring continuity and strategic progress for client organisations.
Cybersecurity Recruitment
We specialise in recruiting cybersecurity leaders, including CISOs, to address boardroom-level digital risks. Our candidates bring technical expertise and strategic vision to strengthen organisational resilience against evolving cyber threats across global markets.
Infrastructure Recruitment
Infrastructure recruitment focuses on senior roles within construction, real estate, and telecoms sectors. We source leaders who drive large-scale projects, leveraging industry networks to connect clients with executives experienced in complex infrastructure challenges.
Consulting Services
Our consulting services extend beyond recruitment, offering strategic leadership advice and organisational design insights. Partners provide executive coaching and interim management guidance, ensuring clients navigate change effectively with expert support.
People
Nick Irving
Partner
Nick Irving is a senior partner specialising in aviation and transportation sectors, with extensive experience in executive search and leadership consulting. He brings strategic insight to client assignments.
Neil Humphreys
Managing Director
Neil Humphreys leads Howgate Sable's global operations, driving growth and innovation in executive search. His expertise spans leadership recruitment and organisational transformation across diverse industries.
Pauline McGuirk
Partner
Pauline McGuirk is a leading search consultant in manufacturing and industrial sectors, delivering premium executive recruitment solutions. She focuses on aligning candidate expertise with client operational needs.
Natasha Cleeve
Partner - Interim Practice
Natasha Cleeve specialises in interim executive search, leveraging her deep market knowledge to place leaders in temporary roles that drive organisational success during transitions.
Chelsea Garrett
Partner
Chelsea Garrett leads US operations, focusing on industrial and fast-growing businesses. Her sector expertise ensures clients receive tailored executive search solutions aligned with North American market dynamics.
Questions
What sectors does Howgate Sable specialise in?
We specialise in executive recruitment for infrastructure, cybersecurity, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, and technology sectors, alongside interim management and leadership consulting services.
How does Howgate Sable ensure candidate quality?
Our rigorous search methodology combines sector expertise, global networks, and in-depth client consultations to identify leaders who align with organisational culture and strategic goals.
Do you operate internationally?
Yes, we operate globally with offices in London, Manchester, Dallas, and Zurich, serving clients across the UK, Middle East, Asia, and the Americas.
What is your approach to interim management?
Our interim practice focuses on placing experienced leaders for temporary roles, ensuring organisational stability and strategic continuity during periods of transition or project-driven needs.
How do you support clients beyond recruitment?
We offer executive advisory services, including leadership coaching, organisational design, and strategic consultancy to enhance client capabilities beyond executive placements.
