Executive
recruitment agency

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Our experience in executive recruitment

You can depend on our expansive networks, market insight and consultative approach to support senior and executive‑level hiring across a wide range of roles, sectors and organisations.

For more than 30 years, we have placed experienced leaders across commercial and public sector organisations - from listed businesses to government agencies and not‑for‑profit bodies. Whether you are hiring senior managers, directors or C‑suite professionals, we help organisations secure leaders equipped to drive change and deliver results.

As your recruitment partner, we recommend solutions based on your organisation’s goals, hiring context and urgency. Our specialist consultants work with you to define each role’s requirements and identify suitable candidates using a range of recruitment and assessment tools, including targeted search, market mapping and salary benchmarking.

We also take an inclusive, research‑led approach to executive recruitment. By combining deep market knowledge with multi‑channel attraction strategies, we support organisations to reach diverse talent pools and encourage equitable hiring outcomes.

Get in touch today and discover how we can help you attract and retain the best executive talent.

 

Executive roles we recruit for

We recruit across a broad spectrum of senior leadership and executive roles, supporting both permanent and interim appointments.

  • Chair and non-executive roles - experienced decision‑makers providing governance, oversight and strategic challenge.
  • C-suite positions - appoint senior leaders, from CEOs to CTOs, with the capability to lead complex organisations and functions.
  • Senior managers - secure proven leaders with in‑demand expertise across growing and regulated sectors.
  • Senior functional specialists - draw on specialist leadership expertise across finance, technology, legal and other critical functions.

 

Our executive recruitment track record 

We have placed senior and executive professionals across multinational organisations, public bodies, specialist consultancies and growing businesses.

Each year, we support the placement of over 300 senior leaders, including C‑suite executives, chairs, non‑executive directors and senior functional specialists, across a range of recruitment models.

Organisations we have supported include the NHS, Falklands Islands Government, South Gloucestershire Council, Suffolk County Council and the United Kingdom Debt Management Office.

Delivering diverse leadership appointments through a research‑led approach

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A solution for every workforce challenge

 

Whatever your business needs, we deliver the right talent at the right time. From urgent temporary cover to strategic permanent hires, our recruitment solutions are built to drive your growth and keep your organisation moving forward. With Hays, you can be confident your team is equipped to deliver results - today and for the future.

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