Hanson Search is the leading London-based digital marketing recruitment agency. With over 20 years of experience making strategic placements for organisations both locally and globally, we are renowned for our extensive network and deep industry expertise. We offer recruitment, executive search and talent advisory solutions for permanent as well as interim/fractional roles. Our portfolio of placements spans top-tier digital marketing talent—from SEO and paid media to growth marketing, CRM, and analytics—across the UK, Europe, UAE, and the US. Whether you’re scaling a London-based team or hiring digital leaders globally, we build high-performance digital teams that drive innovation and ROI.

Our Digital Marketing Executive Search Approach

Our process is targeted, discreet, and genuinely strategic:

  • Executive Search & Headhunting for leadership roles (Head of Digital, CMO, Growth Marketing Director)
  • Permanent Recruitment Placements  for mid-tier roles (SEO/SEM Specialists, Social Media Strategists, CRM Leads)
  • Interim / Fractional Solutions for digital transformation, campaign launches, or temporary leadership gaps

Operating across London’s central hubs, we combine market mapping, data-driven insights, and local network expertise to identify and engage premium candidates—fast and efficiently.

Expertise in Digital Marketing Recruitment

We specialise across key digital functions:

  • Performance Marketing (PPC, Paid Social, Programmatic)
  • SEO & SEM Strategy
  • Social Media & Community Management
  • Content & Digital Strategy
  • eCommerce & Growth Marketing
  • CRM, Email Automation & Analytics
  • Product Management in Digital Platforms

Our team has successfully placed digital professionals in London-based roles—from scaling start-ups to FTSE-listed enterprises—replicating high-impact outcomes seen in leading recruitment listings

Our Insight, Network & Industry Engagement

With over 20 years of experience connecting in the digital marketing space, we’ve built an extensive global network of top-tier digital professionals. We stay at the forefront of digital marketing innovation by attending major global events such as Cannes Lions, and by hosting our own insight-led events focused on digital transformation, performance strategy, and marketing leadership. Our in-depth knowledge is regularly shared through thought leadership articles.

As a recognised digital recruitment partner, we’ve earned accolades from the Marketing and Digital Recruitment Awards—including awards for Best Client Service, Best Candidate Experience, and Best International Agency. This reinforces our standing as trusted advisors in the digital hiring space, both in London and globally.

Why Choose Us for London Digital Recruitment

  • Local Expertise: Deep insight into London’s competitive digital talent market
  • Proven Track Record: Specialist recruiters with decades of digital marketing & recruitment experience
  • Flexible Hiring Models: Permanent, contingency, and interim/fractional recruitment options
  • Consultant-Led: Senior consultant personal oversight from brief to placement
  • Data-Driven: Market mapping, candidate intelligence, and targeted headhunting
  • B Corp certified: Ethical, values-led recruitment that aligns with modern business standards

Hire Digital Talent – Permanent or Interim

Whether you’re growing a permanent digital team or need expert interim support—Hanson Search delivers the right talent swiftly. From senior leadership to tactical specialists, we provide bespoke solutions with unmatched flexibility. Contact a member of our team today to start your digital marketing transformation.

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    Introducing
    Our Experts

    With a network spanning the UK, Europe, USA, and the Middle East, our team of recruitment consultants are experts in sourcing the best talent globally. Contact us to find your next hire, from PR pros to digital marketing experts and beyond.

    • Global CEO, Regional Head of MENA

      Alice Weightman

      Alice Weightman: CEO, Global Executive Search Leader, and UAE Market Expert: Alice Weightman is the Founder and CEO of Hanson...
    • UK & Europe Managing Partner, Global Head of Public Affairs

      Janie Emmerson

      Janie Emmerson: Janie leads Hanson Search’s UK & European based teams. From the London office, she guides and supports their...
    • Principal consultant, Sales & Marketing

      Nils Gerardin

      Nils Gerardin: Nils Geradin is a seasoned executive search and recruitment consultant with nearly ten years of experience placing senior-level...
    • Managing Partner, MENA

      Felice Hurst

      Felice Hurst: With nearly twenty years of experience in search and recruitment, and a decade of experience working in MENA,...
    • Managing Partner, Global Head of Corporate Affairs

      Katie Simpson

      Katie Simpson: Having previously spent 10 years in communications, Katie brings real industry insights into the hiring process. Taking her...
    • Partner, Global Head of Healthcare & Communications

      Amy Hayer

      Amy Hayer: Amy brings over 15 years of experience in executive search, with a focus on healthcare communications and international...
    • Partner, European Head of Public Affairs and Communications

      Barbara Ozanon

      Barbara Ozanon: With over a decade of experience in recruitment, executive search, and headhunting, Barbara Ozanon leads Hanson Search’s European...
    • Managing Consultant, Public Affairs & Policy, UK & USA

      Peter Ferguson

      Peter Ferguson: As a Managing Consultant in the Public Affairs Practice, Peter advises and supports some of the world’s most...
    • PA to CEO & Business Support

      Sam White

      Sam White: Sam joined Hanson Search in 2016 as an internal recruiter, bringing prior experience as an independent headhunter. Today,...
    • Associate Director of Operations & Inclusion

      Robyn Field

      Robyn Field: As Associate Director of Operations & Inclusion, Robyn is responsible for all business and administrative operations at Hanson...
    • Senior Consultant, Head of Digital

      Daisy Hughes

      Daisy Hughes: Daisy brings nearly a decade of recruitment experience to her role at Hanson Search, where she leads the...
    • Consultant, MENA

      Lexi Smith-Muller

      Lexi Smith-Muller: Lexi has over 10 years’ experience of recruitment & talent acquisition, and over 6 years’ experience working in...
    • Principal Consultant, Communications & Marketing

      Helena Ranger

      Helena Ranger: Helena is the Principal Consultant leading the Consumer division across PR and Marketing. She plays a pivotal role...
    • Advisor

      Nicholas Watkins

      Nicholas Watkins: Nicholas has over 30 years of business leadership experience that combines successful careers in the media, leisure and...
    • Senior Consultant, Corporate Affairs & Sustainability

      Allyson Kurian

      Allyson Kurian: Allyson is a specialist in corporate affairs and sustainability communications, working at the mid-to-senior end of the market,...
    • Senior Consultant, Communications, Europe

      Camille Chevallier

      Camille Chevallier: Having started her career as a comms professional, Camille spent 20 years in senior roles within leading agencies...
    • Business Support

      Mirjana R.Dejanovska

      Mirjana Dejanovska: Mirjana is Talent Strategist & Customer Success Manager at our sister company, The Work Crowd. Mirjana joined Hanson...
    • Internal Recruitment & Operations Lead

      Katie Cubbon

      Katie Cubbon: Katie manages internal recruitment at Hanson Search, while also overseeing office management and business operations. With experience across...
    • Researcher

      Arlena Butt

      Arlena Butt: Arlena is a valued researcher at Hanson Search, supporting the team across Public Affairs, Corporate Communications, Health and...
    • Researcher

      Kristina Ugrin

      Kristina Ugrin: With more than 10 years’ experience in the UAE and Europe, in recruitment consultancy, event management and in-house...
    • Partner, Global Head of Sustainability

      Johnny Goldsmith

      Johnny Goldsmith: Johnny leads the global Sustainability & ESG practice at Hanson Search. He has over 8 years’ experience in...
    • Senior Consultant, Corporate & Financial Communications, UK & USA

      Rachel L’Estrange

      Rachel L’Estrange: After spending six years in Corporate PR and Marketing, Rachel made the move into recruiting for the industry...
    • Business Support

      Ivana Stevanovska

      Ivana Stevanovska: Ivana is Community and Marketing Executive at our sister company, The Work Crowd. As well as being highly...
    • Head of Interim Communications

      Ben Mitchell

      Ben Mitchell: Head of Interim Communications Ben is Head of Interim Communications and works across both Hanson Search and our...
    • Head of Interim Marketing and Management Recruitment Services

      Madeleine Weightman

      Madeleine Weightman: Madeleine is Head of Interim Marketing and Management Recruitment and co-Founder of The Work Crowd, the sister company...

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