Posted on: 14.05.2026
Overview of Investment Management Firm
An award-winning investment management firm, renowned for providing growth capital to SMEs and property finance to developers and real estate investors, approached Hanson Search for assistance in recruiting a PR and Content Lead. This firm, with a diversified portfolio of businesses, collectively manages substantial assets and has provided significant development funding across a variety of sectors. The company has a strong track record of helping businesses realise their potential and drive sustainable growth for investors and partners.
The Brief: Seeking a PR and Content Leader
The firm required a highly experienced individual to lead the PR and content side of their marketing strategy. The role involved working closely with the Marketing Director and the heads of each business unit to influence key stakeholders, enhance visibility, and increase brand awareness. The ideal candidate needed a solid background in marketing, PR, or business, with the ability to combine strategic thinking with hands-on experience in PR and marketing communications.
Our Approach: Strategic Candidate Search
To identify the ideal candidate, we conducted thorough market research, leveraging our internal CRM and extensive network, which spans over 100,000 connections. Additionally, we advertised the role across social media platforms to maximise outreach. Our team also tapped into our senior network for recommendations and referrals, casting a wider net by considering international markets for candidates willing to relocate.
The Result: Quick and Successful Placement
The recruitment process took just seven weeks, from receiving the brief to the candidate accepting the role. Through our targeted approach, we identified several top-tier candidates, with two advancing to the final interview stage. We worked closely with the client throughout the interview process, providing transparent feedback to ensure the best candidate was selected for the role. The client was pleased to secure an exceptional candidate, who began in the role in August 2023.
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