Leading Social Media Recruitment Experts

At Hanson Search, we are a leading recruitment, executive search, and talent advisory consultancy, specialising in social media and digital engagement roles. With over 20 years of experience in marketing, communications, and media recruitment, we’ve become specialists in building high-performing social teams that drive engagement and brand growth.  Partnering with global brands, agencies, and fast-growing scale-ups, we connect organisations with top-tier talent—or help professionals advance their careers in social media. As a B Corp certified business, we are committed to ethical, purpose-led recruitment and helping clients shape socially responsible teams that align with brand values and long-term business objectives.

Why Choose Us for Social Media Executive Search?

We combine deep industry knowledge with hands-on recruitment experience to deliver outstanding results in social media hiring.

  • Strategic Expertise: We understand every layer of the social ecosystem—organic, paid, community, and reputation management. This allows us to deliver candidates who drive real impact.
  • Industry Access: Our consultants regularly attend top events like Cannes Lions, staying at the forefront of innovation and talent trends in digital media.
  • Flexible Hiring Models: Whether you need permanent hires, interim consultants, or executive-level leaders, we provide tailored solutions to match your needs.
  • Actionable Insights: Through market intelligence, candidate feedback, and thought leadership, we bring you a clear view of evolving digital and community trends.

Our Digital Media Recruitment Coverage

We recruit across a wide spectrum of social roles, from strategic planners to content creatives. Our placements span:

Mid-to-Senior Roles (Permanent and Interim):

  • Content Strategists
  • Social Media Managers & Community Leads
  • Paid Social and Digital Advertising Specialists
  • Social Copywriters and Visual Creatives
  • Influencer and Partnerships Managers

Executive-Level Positions:

  • Heads of Social Media
  • Social Media Directors
  • Digital Engagement Leads

We work across sectors including agencies, tech companies, e-commerce brands, lifestyle businesses, and in-house teams.

Proven Success in Building High-Impact Digital Media Teams

Our social media recruitment team has partnered with leading agencies, brands, and digital-first businesses. Whether you’re looking to strengthen brand reputation or launch multi-platform campaigns, we understand what exceptional social talent looks like. And we know how to find it.

From content creation and paid media to community management and digital leadership, we connect you with professionals who not only meet your brief but also align with your business goals, team culture, and long-term growth plans. Additionally, whether you require permanent hires, interim support, or freelance specialists, our tailored recruitment solutions are built to meet the fast-paced, always-on nature of today’s social landscape

Meet with a specialist consultant from our social media recruitment team to discuss your hiring needs and start building a high-performing, future-ready team.

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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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