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At Hanson Search, we are specialists in Investor Relations (IR) executive search, recruiting for leading organisations to build high-performing investor teams. From FTSE 100 and Fortune 500 businesses to sovereign wealth funds and private equity firms, we deliver senior investor relations talent that drives strategic communications and shareholder value

With recruitment consultants based in London, Europe, the UAE and USA, we operate globally with local market expertise. Our headhunters have a strong track record of placing top-tier IR professionals across all major financial hubs. We recruit for roles including Head of Investor Relations, IR Directors, ESG and Engagement Leads, and capital markets communications specialists with experience in IPOs, M&A, and investor engagement.

Our Investor Relations Executive Search Approach

Our investor relations executive search process is highly targeted, discreet and data-driven. We begin by understanding the needs of your organisation, clear objectives of the role, communications objectives, business strategy and leadership culture. Leveraging our extensive local and international network and market mapping expertise, we identify and engage candidates with the technical fluency, financial acumen, and stakeholder credibility with market knowledge to deliver lasting value. Every IR search is led by a senior consultant with IR and capital markets expertise, ensuring alignment between candidate experience and your business objectives.

Our Expertise in IR Recruitment

Investor Relations plays a crucial role in managing relationships between a company’s leadership and the financial markets. We work across sectors such as financial services, energy, healthcare, technology, consumer and real estate to recruit leaders who understand the markets and shape compelling corporate narratives.

Investor Relations roles we recruit:

  • Chief Investor Relations Officer / Head of IR
  • Director of Investor Relations
  • ESG & Sustainability IR Leads
  • IR Managers & Senior IR Advisors
  • Capital Markets /Financial Communications Specialists

Why choose Hanson Search as your Recruitment Partner

As an independent, employee-owned executive search firm, we take a personal approach to every investor relations recruitment brief. Our service is personal, our reputation is trusted, and our commitment to clients is unwavering. Unlike many traditional headhunting firms, our partners lead every search directly—leveraging deep, highly developed networks to uncover exceptional talent. We take it personally. We don’t stop until we deliver the best candidate for your role.

We’ve built a respected global brand that clients rely on and candidates trust. As a certified B Corp, we also support our clients in building a more sustainable supply chain through ethical hiring practices and values-led recruitment.

Hire Exceptional Investor Relations Talent

Looking to hire experienced investor relations professionals in London, the UK, or internationally? Or are you an IR leader seeking your next challenge?

Contact our team of IR recruitment specialists today to discuss your search.

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    Global Head of Sustainability, International Organisation, Europe

    • Location: Europe
    • Type: Permanent
    • Salary: Competitive base salary + benefits
    • Specialism: Sustainability and ESG
    Lead Global Sustainability Strategy with Impact Are you a sustainability leader ready to make a transformative global impact? This is an exceptional opportunity for a Global Head of Sustainability to shape and implement an ESG strategy for an established international organisation operating across Europe, the Americas, Asia and Africa. Over the past few years, the company has embarked on a significant growth journey — expanding its markets, strengthening its...
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  • 12.11.2025

    Director of Communications, Financial sector, UAE

    • Location: UAE
    • Type: Permanent
    • Salary: $175,000 to $250,000
    • Specialism: Corporate Communications, Financial Communications
    Director of Communications, Global Investment Firm A prestigious global investment firm headquartered in the UAE is seeking an experienced Director of Communications to join their team. This is a unique opportunity to work with a leading organisation in the alternative investment space, managing a multi-billion-dollar portfolio across private equity, venture capital, credit, real assets and public markets. The Role: Senior Communications Leadership in the Financial Sector ...
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  • 07.11.2025

    Director of Social Media – Manchester, UK

    • Location: Manchester, UK
    • Type: Permanent / Hybrid
    • Salary: Competitive
    • Specialism: Marketing
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  • 05.11.2025

    Deputy Head of Communications (8-Month Contract, Inside IR35), Southeast UK,

    • Location: Southeast UK, hybrid (3x days on-site)
    • Type: Interim / Hybrid
    • Salary: Circa £500 per day
    • Specialism: PR & Comms, Corporate
    This is a fantastic interim opportunity for an experienced communications professional to step in as Deputy Head of Communications for a major educational organisation navigating a busy and high-profile period of transformation and change. What You’ll Do as Deputy Head of Communications You’ll provide senior strategic and hands-on support across all areas of communications, helping to steer internal and external engagement in a complex, ...
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  • 05.11.2025

    Senior Associate – Flagship Projects (12-month FTC)

    • Location: London / Brussels / Berlin
    • Type: Interim
    • Salary: Circa £70,000
    • Specialism: Healthcare Communications, Public Affairs, Government Relations & Policy
    Drive the European Government Affairs Strategy for a Global Biotech Leader Our brilliant client, a market-leading consultancy, is partnering with one of the world’s largest biotech companies to establish a new government affairs strategy within Europe.  We are looking for a seasoned contractor to support the strategic development and delivery of an EU-wide public affairs function, working directly with senior leadership on both the consultancy and client side. This unique opportunit...
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  • 03.11.2025

    Chief Marketing Officer – Abu Dhabi

    • Location: Abu Dhabi
    • Type: Permanent
    • Salary: Competitve salary
    • Specialism: Marketing
    About the Chief Marketing Officer Role A global consumer-facing group is seeking a Chief Marketing Officer  to lead the strategic evolution of its global brand and audience engagement in Abu Dhabi. This is a retained executive search for a marketing leader who can shape the group’s regional and international reputation, drive creative innovation, and build an integrated marketing function that delivers measurable impact across a diverse portfolio of brands.
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  • 31.10.2025

    Interim Social Media Lead (Built Environment), London

    • Location: London, Hybrid
    • Type: Interim / Hybrid
    • Salary: £450+ per day (outside IR35)
    • Specialism: social media, Digital
    Here’s an eye-catching opportunity to join one of the UK’s most high-profile organisations in the built environment sector as Interim Social Media Lead. This is a pivotal role for an experienced social media strategist ready to bring fresh ideas and credibility to a major national brand. About the Interim Social Media Lead Role You’ll take charge of the organisation’s social media strategy and content output, shaping how it communicates ...
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  • 29.10.2025

    Partner, Sustainability Consulting, Dubai

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    • Type: Permanent
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    Are you an experienced sustainability consultant ready to lead commercial growth in the UAE? Are you an experienced, commercial sustainability consultant looking to create impact at scale? Are you excited by the prospect of growing new revenue streams with corporate clients in the UAE? This organisation, a global leader in sustainability consulting services, is expanding rapidly in the Middle East and is looking for a Partner to grow its service offering across a varie...
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  • 28.10.2025

    Managing Director – Award-Winning Creative Agency in the UAE 

    • Location: Dubai, UAE
    • Type: Permanent
    • Salary: AED 50,000 – AED 60,000 per month
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    We are recruiting for an award-winning creative agency based in Dubai, is seeking a Managing Director to lead its next phase of growth and expansion across the GCC.  Working closely with the CEO and senior leadership team, you will shape and execute a strategy that strengthens the agency’s position as a leading force in the GCC’s creative and brand communications landscape.
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  • 28.10.2025

    Head of Social Media, B2B Global Organisation, UAE

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    • Type: Permanent
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    Hanson Search MENA is recruiting a Head of Social Media role for a leading B2B global organisation in the UAE. This role will shape and drive the organisation’s social media presence as a recognised and influential voice on the global stage. Lead Social Media Strategy and Brand Positioning You will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive social media strategy that enhances visibility, reinforces brand positioning, and builds engagement with key ...
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    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...

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      Ivana Stevanovska

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

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      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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