Executive Search

We find the outstanding executive talent for your leadership team. From MD, CFO, COO, CPO- right up to CEO - our experienced Executive Search offering is most suitable for situations where precision, thoroughness and discretion take precedence over speed. Following our 8 step process below, we will deliver you a detailed search of your entire marketplace in order to identify and attract the ‘A* grade’ talents who are capable of transforming businesses, rather than simply filling roles.

Our Executive Search process typically takes between 8 and 12 weeks. During this time, we provide clients with: fortnightly updates, detailed data reports, feedback on their employer brand, diversity and inclusion strategy and data, and a detailed 2,000 word summary on each candidate we feel is suitable. This will include not just their professional expertise and credentials, but also their motivations and personal values. Having been retained by over 220 clients in 2021 alone, we can lay claim to being the trusted go-to Executive Search partner for the UK and USA start-up and scale-up community.

How we work

Our process has both client and candidate needs at the heart of it.

1.
Discovery

Understanding your culture and strategy to create an engaging job description.

2.
Research

Comprehensive 14-day research period and mapping of your marketplace.

3.
Headhunting

Using our network and bespoke SaaS tools to identify the best prospective talent.

4.
Screening

Face to face interviews with each candidate to assess technical, experience and culture fit.

5.
Presentation

In-depth longlist search report accompanied by detailed candidate profiles.

6.
Interviews

Working together to schedule interviews and gather detailed feedback.

7.
Offer

Management of the offer and negotiation process.

8.
Post-offer care

Regular contact with candidate and client to ensure the best long-term outcome.

Our services

Meet our team of highly qualified experts.

Our team is brimming with experience and enthusiasm. No matter where your search will take you, our dedicated consultants will be supporting you at every step.

Find out more

Oliver Gaydon

Senior Community Manager

Olly focuses on helping Creative, PR, Media and Marketing agencies build their Finance and Operations teams. Now, he works exclusively with some of the most successful and well-renowned agencies in the UK. Olly is a proud son of Manchester, and although he will be retaining his network in the South, he has recently set up Harmonic’s Manchester office, where he manages a team that recruits for Creative and Tech businesses across the North-West.

Out of work, you will find Olly enjoying cricket, football and music. Olly is a former musician and fronted a Manchester band called ‘Mayflower’.

Charlie Walker

Founder & Managing Director

Charlie is the Founder and Managing Director at Harmonic. He has sixteen years in Search and Recruitment (with the prematurely grey hairs to show it) and leads on our Executive Search offering for clients seeking CEO, CFO or COO-level hires. Charlie is a judge for the British Business Awards, is the youngest recipient of the ‘Recruitment International Entrepreneur of the Year’ and holds the staffing and recruitment industry record for the ‘Sunday Times International Track 200’ (#5).

A failed musician and DJ (Charlie was in a band previously with Riz Ahmed of Rogue One / Sound of Metal Fame), he retains a massive passion for the arts and the UK and USA start-up scene. He is trustee for Bookmark Reading Charity and Board Advisor to Impact start-up accelerator: Unrest. He is a proud father to his 2 daughters, Iris and Cleo.

Charlotte Gill

Community Analyst

After 4 years at Loughborough University, Charlotte joined the Harmonic team as a Community Analyst focusing on placing finance professionals into the Consumer Goods industry within the Exec Search team.

Outside of work she loves travelling to different places around the world and is keen to explore more of SE Asia. A bit closer to home she loves strength-training in the gym, book-shopping, exploring new brunch spots in London and going to concerts!

Fin Glanvill

Co-founder & Director

Fin, originally from Edinburgh, has nearly 10 years of experience in the Recruitment industry. Currently leading teams across London, Manchester and the United States, he focuses predominantly on Senior hires into the VC Backed Tech start-up space.

Living in the hipster paradise of Hackney, he is a proud new Dad and has an encyclopedic knowledge of 90’s Italian football.

Lidia Burrows

Lead Community Analyst

Lidia works with some of the fastest-growing Food & Beverage and FMCG start-ups in the UK. Aiding the Operations, Logistics and Supply Chain teams with the crucial positions they need to perform and scale effectively.

Outside of work you’ll find Lidia trying out new restaurants in London, playing tennis and trying not to spend all her money on clothes.

Jack Pearson

Senior Community Manager

Jack joined Harmonic to strengthen our Technology team. He specialises in working with and understanding the specific requirements of a variety of technology companies, ranging from Electric Vehicle and Hardware Technology to Fintech and Software-as-a-Service.

Out of work, you will find Jack watching football or socialising with friends at bars and restaurants in London.

Chris Short

Senior Community Manager

Chris works with some of the fastest-growing SaaS businesses in the US, supplying the Finance and Operations teams they need to scale effectively. Chris has a real affinity for start-ups and a great understanding of the challenges that they typically face as they transition to multi-million dollar success stories.

When Chris isn’t working, you can find him trying out a new bar or restaurant, or planning his next trip away.

Dan Cohen

Community Manager

Dan was always the kid in class with the biggest packed-lunch. So when he joined Harmonic, it was no surprise that he started a campaign to support the Food and Beverage industry in supplying the best Finance, Operations and Supply Chain hires.

As Harmonic’s chief foodie, Dan not only understands the skills required to work within the industry, but also the passion, creativity and values which clients expect.

When he’s not exploring the latest businesses and products in the food and drink sector, Dan enjoys music, going to festivals and spending time on the East Kent Coast.

Dan Walker

Community Analyst

Dan joined Harmonic fresh out of university. He works within the executive search team, specialising in placing the best executive finance talent into start-ups and scale-ups within a variety of sectors in the UK.

Outside of the office you will find Dan watching football, supporting his beloved Liverpool or finding new bars in London to have a pint of Guinness.

Ed Naish

Senior Community Manager

Ed has established a community of clients and candidates within the Music, Media and Entertainment industries. He has recruited an array of roles from Finance Assistants to CFOs, and prides himself on understanding not only the technical needs required by Hiring Managers, but also the personal attributes necessary to ensure a cultural fit for his clients.

As our resident music aficionado, music plays an important part in Ed’s life. He boasts a large vinyl collection and loves going to gigs and festivals. Ed also loves exploring some of London’s best pubs and restaurants with his friends.

Stephen Kerins

Lead Community Analyst

Stephen joined the Harmonic team following 8 years of professional sport. Joining the Executive Search team offering for clients seeking CEO, CFO or COO- level hires. Stephen also specialises in placing finance professionals into the exciting Sporting Industry.

Outside of work, Stephen enjoys the lighter things to life like indulging the London food scene, gigs, events, anything outdoors. Born in Ireland he travels to his hometown of Sligo to meet his family, Surf on Strandhill beach or golf in his local club.

What our clients say

We pride ourselves on providing an exceptional service to our clients. Here’s what they say about us.

The team at Harmonic were brilliant, I needed a CFO for a scaling start up, and quickly. They were patient, listened to the company’s needs and turned the role around very quickly. The service was great, and I would highly recommend. Rob Fowler CEO of Volta Trucks

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