What is the Global Executive Search for Marketing, Communications & Sports Leadership?
For over 20 years, this executive search project has been deeply embedded in disruptor sectors, partnering with fast-growing challenger brands to place outstanding talent in business-critical roles. The focus? Marketing, Communications, and Sports Marketing leadership. In June 2024, the project expanded its global footprint by joining the PartnerWise Collective, boosting reach at SMT and Board levels. It’s all about blending the human touch with cutting-edge technology to deliver a truly differentiated service to both clients and candidates. The expert consultants have successfully placed Communications, Marketing, and Commercial Partnership Directors across a wide range of sectors, both agency and client-side, locally and globally.
Main Benefits and Key Figures
Here’s what makes this project stand out:
- Certified B-Corp since December 2021, with one of the highest UK executive search & recruitment consultancy scores: 109 points.
- Over 56% of placements in 2024 were female candidates.
- More than 25% of placements were candidates from diverse ethnic communities.
- Focus sectors include Consumer Brands, Financial Services & FinTech, Sport & Entertainment, Energy & Renewables, Technology/Telco, Global Strategic Communications Consultancies, and Brand Comms Consultancies.
- Strong commitment to improving Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) within businesses.
Focus Sectors and Expertise
The project zeroes in on sectors where dynamic growth and innovation are the norm. From Consumer Brands to Financial Services and FinTech, it covers a broad spectrum. Sport & Entertainment and Energy & Renewables are also key areas, alongside Technology and Telco. Not to forget, it works closely with Global Strategic Communications and Brand Communications Consultancies. This diverse portfolio ensures a rich talent pool and a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities within each sector.
Core Values Driving the Project
This isn’t just about filling roles; it’s about creating meaningful partnerships and pushing the boundaries of traditional recruitment. The project embodies several core values:
- Enterprising: Encouraging clients to stay ahead, not just react to recruitment needs.
- Refreshing: An honest, purposeful team focused on finding the most talented individuals.
- Pioneers: Innovators in how they work with clients and candidates, and in driving industry change.
- Professional: A reputation built on long-standing client and candidate relationships.
- Progressive: Creating change through groundbreaking programs for gender parity and social balance.
- Partnership: Inviting clients to join in changing the face of marketing and communications.
- Punctual: Delivering efficient processes by understanding business needs and pipelining standout talent.
Commitment to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
At the heart of this project is a genuine commitment to making the marketing and communications sector more inclusive. It’s not just talk — with over half of placements being female candidates and a significant portion from diverse ethnic backgrounds, the impact is real. The project also supports companies in becoming Inclusive Employers, helping them attract and retain diverse talent and improve their EDI credentials. This focus on diversity isn’t a trend; it’s a fundamental part of the project’s DNA.
Project Impact on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- SDG 5: Gender Equality – Promoting gender parity in leadership roles.
- SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth – Facilitating meaningful employment opportunities.
- SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities – Supporting ethnic and social diversity in the workforce.
- SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals – Collaborating globally through the PartnerWise Collective.
Looking Ahead: The Future of Executive Search in Marketing and Communications
With a solid foundation built on experience, innovation, and inclusivity, this project is set to continue shaping the future of executive search. By fusing human insight with advanced technology, it offers a unique proposition that keeps clients and candidates ahead of the curve. The ongoing commitment to EDI and progressive recruitment practices means it’s not just about filling roles — it’s about transforming the industry for the better. The journey is far from over, and the focus remains on creating lasting impact in marketing, communications, and sports leadership worldwide.
