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Networking Opportunities

At Hanson Search, our tailored Networking Service empowers clients and candidates across industries such as digital marketing recruitment, corporate communications recruitment and executive search services. We believe in the transformative power of networking and knowledge sharing to drive innovation, leadership development, and career success. Our clients benefit from exclusive access to events and content designed to inspire, educate, and connect professionals worldwide.

Round Table Discussions

Participate in intimate roundtable discussions with industry experts, CMO recruitment specialists, and senior decision-makers. These carefully curated sessions encourage the exchange of fresh ideas, debates on market challenges, and collaborative problem-solving, essential for those seeking to thrive in fast-evolving sectors like public affairs recruitment or sustainability recruitment.

Live Events and Webinars

Our global live events and webinars offer valuable insights on topics shaping today’s market. Past events have covered:

  • Diversity and Inclusion in Communications Recruitment
  • Latest strategies in digital transformation recruitment
  • Political impacts on corporate affairs recruitment
  • Corporate Sustainability Initiatives
  • Building dynamic and resilient team cultures
  • The evolution of Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) roles in the digital era

These interactive sessions are ideal for professionals in marketing executive roles, talent acquisition, and leadership positions.

Thought Leadership

Stay informed with exclusive thought leadership insights from global CEOs, HR leaders, and top talent acquisition consultants. Discover cutting-edge trends in executive search services, interim CMO recruitment, and the future of communications and marketing careers.

Exclusive Content

Clients gain access to premium resources such as whitepapers, industry reports, and executive interviews. These materials offer critical knowledge on topics like marketing executive search, corporate communications headhunting and the evolving recruitment landscape for digital marketing leaders, essential tools for businesses aiming to stay competitive.

Live Events and Webinars

Our live events are a cornerstone of our networking offerings. We host a variety of events, from global webinars to more intimate gatherings, all designed to facilitate networking and learning. Hear from keynote speakers, participate in interactive workshops, and connect with other professionals in your field. Previous topics have included:

  • Diversity in the Industry: Explore the latest strategies for promoting diversity and inclusion within your organisation.
  • Latest Trends: Keep up with the cutting-edge trends shaping your industry.
  • Impact of Politics: Understand how political developments are influencing business practices and strategies.
  • Sustainability: Learn what leading brands are doing to tackle sustainability challenges and promote environmental responsibility.
  • Building Dynamic Team Cultures: Discover how to foster a vibrant, collaborative, and high-performing team culture.
  • The Future of Work: Gain insights into the evolving workplace landscape and what it means for employers and employees.
  • The Changing Role of a CMO: Explore how the role of the Chief Marketing Officer is transforming in today’s digital and data-driven world.

Thought Leadership

Stay ahead of the curve with our thought leadership content. We regularly feature insights from global CEOs, Heads of HR, and other senior executives on key topics such as:

  • Leadership Development
  • How to develop a career in Communications or Marketing
  • Global Talent and the Changing landscape

Exclusive Content

Our clients have access to exclusive content, including whitepapers, research reports, and interviews with industry experts. These resources provide valuable insights and practical advice to help you navigate the complexities of today’s business landscape.

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Our tailored recruitment approach secures talent in communications, marketing, sustainability, public affairs and sales in business-critical roles that drive revenue, reputation and manage risk.

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We provide flexible, high-quality freelance and interim professionals for short-term projects, leadership cover and specialist business needs worldwide.

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Our talent advisory services support talent mapping, salary benchmarking, c-suite succession planning and acquisition, helping businesses navigate transformation and protect culture.

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    Introducing
    Our recruitment 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

    Meet the team

    • 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...

    • 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...

    • 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...

    • 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...

    • Search Director, MENA

      Amanda Dowie

      Amanda Dowie: Amanda Dowie is an accomplished executive search specialist with over 20 years of global recruitment experience, including more...

    • 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...

    • Principal Consultant, Communications, Marketing & Digital Marketing

      Helena Ranger

      Helena Ranger: Helena is Principal Consultant leading the Consumer division across PR, Marketing and Digital Marketing. She plays a pivotal...

    • 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...

    • 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...

    • 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...

    • 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...

    • 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...

    • Senior Researcher

      Arlena Butt

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

    • Researcher

      Fani Mateska

      Fani Mateska: With over four years’ experience in recruitment consultancy, Fani joined Hanson Search in July 2025, bringing expertise from...

    • 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...

    • 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,...

    • 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...

    • Business Support

      Mirjana R.Dejanovska

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

    • Business Support

      Ivana Stevanovska

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

    • Advisor

      Nicholas Watkins

      Nicholas Watkins: Nicholas has over 30 years of business leadership experience that combines successful careers in the media, leisure and...

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    Hanson Search’s knowledge of the market is up to date and accurate, they understand day to day needs for their clients, but their real USP is the ability to introduce talent that enables ambition & growth.

    Talent Partner, Blakeney

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