Leaders who can build the team and deliver the strategy.
Discreet, research-led executive search for the data, AI and cloud leaders who set your technology direction.
Leadership hires need a different approach.
The best data and technology leaders are rarely looking. Reaching them takes research, a credible approach and a clear story about your organisation and the challenge ahead.
We run a structured, confidential search, assess candidates on leadership as well as technical judgement, and guide both sides through to a successful start.
Leadership roles we search for
- Chief Data Officer and Chief Data and Analytics Officer
- Head of Data, Head of AI and Head of Data Engineering
- Cloud and platform engineering leaders
- Principal and enterprise data architects
- Engineering and delivery managers
How a leadership search runs.
Discovery
We meet key stakeholders to understand the strategy, the team and the leadership the role demands.
Market mapping
We research and approach the people who fit, including those not actively looking.
Assessment
Structured interviews and referencing, summarised in a clear written report on each candidate.
Offer and transition
We manage the offer and notice period, and support the first 90 days in the role.
What you get.
Discretion
Confidential approaches that protect your organisation and your current team.
Market view
A clear picture of who's out there, what they earn and how your offer compares.
Depth of assessment
Leadership, strategy and technical judgement, tested properly.
Transition support
Help with the offer, notice periods and the first months in role.
Common questions.
Is the search confidential?
Yes. Many leadership searches involve a sensitive replacement or a new strategy. We approach candidates discreetly, share your organisation's name only when appropriate, and never advertise a confidential role.
Do you run retained searches?
For senior and confidential roles we usually recommend a retained search, which lets us commit dedicated research and time. We'll agree the approach and fee structure with you at the start.
How do you assess leadership candidates?
Through structured interviews covering strategy, stakeholder leadership, team building and technical judgement, plus thorough referencing. You receive a written assessment of every shortlisted candidate.
Planning a leadership hire?
Start with a confidential conversation about the role and what the right leader looks like.