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At Hanson Search we understand that hiring the right talent is not just a business necessity, it’s a strategic advantage. Securing individuals who can drive growth, protect reputation and manage risk is critical. For over 20 years, we’ve partnered with organisations around the world to build leadership teams that transform businesses. With recruitment consultants based in the UK, Europe, the Middle East and USA, we deliver international searches with genuine local market insight. We don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. Every search we lead is shaped by a deep understanding of your business, culture and sector dynamics, combined with rigorous market mapping, benchmarking and candidate assessment.

Our purpose is simple, to help businesses thrive by placing the right people in the right roles, at the right time.

Market Specialists in Executive Search

We know that sector expertise is essential to finding the right talent. That’s why many of our consultants have previously worked in the industries they now recruit for, giving them in depth market knowledge and talent expectations. Whether it’s communications, public affairs, investor relations, sustainability or financial leadership we speak your language, because we’ve been there.

We bring strategic insight to every search, advising on market trends, salary expectations, role requirements and future talent needs. That’s why our clients see us as trusted recruitment partners. In fact, 98% of candidates surveyed rate our industry knowledge as exceptional and would recommend us for the quality of our insight and our communication throughout the process.

We deliver talent that’s aligned not just with the role, but with your business strategy, sector context and growth.

Passion & Professionalism in Every Search

We excel at challenging roles. With a 97% success rate on retained briefs, we are known for delivering exceptional outcomes in even the most competitive and complex senior recruitment markets. We don’t just fill roles, we take the time to position our clients strategically, showcasing their vision, culture and value proposition to the right candidates.

Our passion lies in helping organisations grow by placing individuals who can make a lasting impact. Whether we’re recruiting for a global CMO, a Head of Public Affairs or a Director of Investor Relations, we apply the same high standards, attention to detail and we genuinely care. Our professionalism is reflected in every stage of the process from the clarity of our briefings and candidate evaluations to our client feedback. We are proud to be seen as an extension of our clients’ teams, known for handling sensitive, high-level searches with discretion.

Above all, our work is driven by purpose, to connect people with opportunities that drive commercial growth, reputational strength and long-term success.

A Perfect Fit: Aligning Talent with Business Strategy

We know that the best hires are not just qualified on paper, they’re aligned with your culture, strategy and long-term goals. That’s why we take the time to understand the full context of each assignment, from business objectives to team dynamics. By combining this insight with deep sector expertise, we deliver senior talent who bring lasting impact, whether you’re hiring a Chief Communications Officer, Head of ESG or Public Affairs Director.

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          Introducing
          Our Experts

          Our team possesses a unique blend of industry expertise, advanced recruitment acumen, and professional assessment skills on a global scale. With an in-depth understanding of the market, we are perfectly positioned to help you hire the best talent that you need

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                    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...            
            
            
            
                
                 
                 
            
        
            
        
    
            

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                    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...            
            
            
            
                
                 
                 
            
        
            
        
    
            

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

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                    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,...            
            
            
            
                
                 
                 
            
        
            
        
    
            

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                    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...            
            
            
            
                
                 
                 
            
        
            
        
    
            

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                    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...