Insights & Analysis

In-depth perspectives on executive search, leadership hiring, and talent strategy.

Data & Analysis4 March 2026 • 8 min

The Real Cost of a Bad Senior Hire (And Why Most Boards Underestimate It)

The £200k role that costs £1 million. A frank breakdown of what really happens — financially and culturally — when a senior appointment goes wrong.

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Strategy25 February 2026 • 10 min

CEO Succession: Why Most Boards Leave It Too Late (And How to Fix It)

The warning signs that your CEO succession plan is inadequate — and what a proactive approach actually looks like.

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Insights6 March 2026 • 6 min

Why the Best Senior Candidates Are Never on Job Boards

The majority of the talent market for senior roles is invisible to advertising. Here is why that matters and what to do about it.

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Private Equity11 February 2026 • 9 min

What PE Investors Actually Look for in a Portfolio Company CEO

After placing hundreds of CEOs into PE-backed businesses, here is what separates the appointments that create value from the ones that don't.

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Market Trends3 February 2026 • 8 min

The UK Executive Search Market in 2026: What's Changed and What It Means for Your Next Senior Hire

AI disruption, shifting candidate expectations, compressed timelines, and the rise of the counter-offer. Here is what is actually happening in the UK executive search market.

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