15 years of experience transforming businesses with top talent

With our offices in UK, Europe, USA and the Middle East, we have headhunted and placed some of the most talented communications, marketing and commercial professionals globally. In doing so, we’ve built an incredible network across the in-house and agency markets. Our clients range from boutique consultancies to global agencies, brands, e-commerce businesses, disruptive start-ups, and FTSE 100 companies and government departments. We have worked on a range of digital transformational projects as business equip themselves for the new world.

Our specialist market knowledge means we understand our clients’ needs and challenges and are able to help them acquire the talent they need to take their team to the next level. This knowledge has been developed from working in the market for 15 years and maintaining a team of experts across the PR, communications, public affairs, marketing, digital, content, sales and commercial roles. We have the skills and expertise to position our clients in the right way, help them attract the best talent, and advise on job briefs, salaries, and skill sets. We help clients with one off hires, build new teams or transformational leadership.

We take a proactive headhunting approach, handling every brief with the sensitivity, confidentiality, and discretion that is required when managing an individual’s career and business objectives. We use a combination of blended headhunting methods and exploration of our existing networks, often benefiting from intel and recommendations from those in the industry.

We are passionate about creating a more diverse workplace and have our own diversity board to challenge our thinking, expand our networks and drive and share best practice across the industry.

Executive Search

We offer executive search and consulting services, supporting your CEO and leadership team in the identification and development of high-performing boards and executive leadership.

Talent Advisory

We offer a cost-effective solution, providing a bespoke outplacement service tailored to suit businesses and their specific needs. From furloughs to redundancies, we guide you through the fundamental stages of outplacement support.

Networking

Offering a structured workshop and events programme year-round to support our clients and candidates through their recruitment and career journeys.

Freelance

If you’re not yet ready to take the plunge and hire permanently, there’s a huge network of potential freelancers for start-ups, SMEs, and even established businesses looking for short-term or project-based work.

Our Values

We are pushing boundaries and promoting better ethics in the industry.

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Approach

Employing the best talent is a prime source of competitive advantage.

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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

  • Global CEO, Regional Head of MENA

    Alice Weightman

    Alice Weightman: Alice established Hanson Search in 2002 and has since become one of the leading search professionals for senior...
  • Global Managing Partner

    Katie Simpson

    Katie Simpson: Having previously spent 10 years in communications, Katie brings real industry insights into the hiring process. Taking her...
  • Managing Partner: UK & Europe

    Janie Emmerson

    Janie Emmerson: Janie leads Hanson Search’s UK & European based teams. From the London office, she guides and supports their...
  • Managing Partner: MENA

    Felice Hurst

    With nearly twenty years of experience in search and recruitment, and a decade of experience working in MENA, Felice set...
  • Associate Partner: Head of Europe

    Barbara Ozanon

    Barbara Ozanon: Barbara leads Hanson Search’s European team of experts and has played a key role in expanding the company’s...
  • Global Communications Partner

    Amy Hayer

    Amy Hayer: Amy is an expert recruiter in the Communications and Marketing space. With over 15 years of experience in...

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