Executive Search
We identify and recruit top executive talent worldwide, so you can unlock your organisation’s full potential with visionary leadership.
Our approach to executive search
Successful executive search requires a specialised, tailored recruitment service to proactively seek highly qualified professionals for senior executive positions. Therefore, you need a partner with the right expertise, networks and resources to attract the best candidates.
Combining unrivalled functional expertise and strong relationships with global market insight, we consistently help leading organisations find exceptional senior executive talent to deliver their business strategy, whether in the UK or around the world.
Our experienced team has an enviable track record of acting as a trusted advisor to boards and executive teams from a wide range of organisations, from ambitious SMEs to global blue-chip businesses across all sectors.
We are rigorous in understanding business objectives, challenges, and culture for every assignment. Listening first and then acting as a trusted advisor to find the right mix of skills, experience, and chemistry to build high-performing teams for our clients.
Supported by a team of dedicated researchers who bring exceptional insight into new networks, we think laterally to provide the highest quality shortlists of diverse candidates within a robust and transparent search process.
In-house research teamHow we identify and recruit leading executives for your business
Unrivalled functional expertise
This is just one of the key ingredients which creates the Eton Bridge difference. We are structured as functional specialisms covering the breadth of corporate leadership, rather than industry sector. For our clients, this means we bring quality market insight and are superbly placed to find the very best senior talent to have a meaningful impact in their organisation, regardless of industry background.
Discerningly different
Clients and candidates tell us our genuine care and authenticity are key differentiators. We are driven to create a meaningful impact on business performance and individual careers. Our clients are in safe hands, as we find high-impact talent who enhance their business performance. Plus, our exceptional candidate experience allows us to give people a personalised service and support their careers long-term.
Collective strength
We are unique in having extensive networks of Executive Search, Interim Management and Business Consulting, as well as the depth of expertise in each functional specialism.
Our teams work together closely to share knowledge and insights into global networks, markets and cultures for the benefit of our clients This means we connect the dots quicker, finding a richer mix of diverse, world-class talent to impact business performance from day one.
Going beyond the brief
We are rigorous in understanding business objectives, challenges and culture for every assignment. Listening first and then acting as trusted advisor to find the right mix of skills, experience and chemistry to build high-performing teams for our clients.
Functional specific researchers
Our researchers are all focussed on specific functional areas. They bring exceptional insight into new networks, conducting targeted research into companies and sectors to find candidates with the relevant skills, experience, and qualifications to match your business needs.
Open and transparent communication
We pride ourselves on providing a smooth and thorough process throughout all phases of an executive search with excellent communication. Ultimately, providing the highest quality shortlists of diverse candidates within a robust and transparent process.
We are incredibly proud of having built a strong reputation for delivering excellence for our clients across 35 countries. We don’t take this lightly and are continuously asking for feedback and looking to improve. To achieve this, we use the Net Promoter Score (NPS) – a trusted metric that provides insights into client satisfaction and advocacy. Our current NPS is 70 – a testament to the trust and satisfaction of our clients. Something of which we’re very proud.
70
2024 NPS result
2,040
Organisations supported globally
63%
Executive Search repeat business
Our clients
We have a strong track record of supporting Private Equity firms and their portfolio companies with their critical talent hires across a wide range of senior leadership roles, both in the UK and around the world.
Eton Bridge Partners are proud to be an Advisory Member for PepTalks, helping leaders to operate more effectively within Private Equity.
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For over a decade, we’ve supported a wide range of global listed organisations, acting as trusted advisor to build outstanding teams to enable their business success. Whether main market, AIM or other global listed organisations, we’ve built an enviable reputation for finding exceptional candidates across the breadth of corporate leadership, regardless of industry background.
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What our clients have to say
Eton Bridge were flawless in their execution of our recent search for an IT Director for Automotive and Head of Business Solutions. They found us a perfect fit! Working with Eton Bridge is a pleasure, their communication is strong and they are quick to bring matters to a close – which is refreshing!
Craig Charlton Chief Information Officer, automotive technology companyEton Bridge is by far one of the most attentive and personable Executive Search providers I have ever had the privilege to work with. Their focus is not only on a great candidate experience but also ensuring the right fit for both their candidates and clients alike.
Alistair Roman Interim Finance Director, leading UK retailerEton Bridge Partners provides a service that goes well beyond the normal executive recruitment business. I value their integrity and professionalism.
James Bowling CFO, FTSE 100 utilities companyUltimately, we managed to secure a great candidate from Eton Bridge. She is an individual with huge potential, terrific technical capability and is a first-class cultural fit for the business. I was delighted with the hire, as was the senior leadership team.
Robin Mills Executive Team, FTSE 20Eton Bridge Partners were not only a great team with excellent communication but delivered substantial client insight including an EMEA-wide view of HR trends across industries and executive levels. Both from a client and a candidate perspective, I whole-heartedly promote the team.
Viktor Kovacs Executive Chairman, Operational Board Member, InvestorThe Eton Bridge team successfully completed a CEO search for me. The location, sector and proposition, not to mention the very difficult current market dynamics, made this search more challenging. Yet the team remained resolute, determined and professional resulting in a very successful appointment.
Gary Browning Chairman, PE Backed AssetRarely has the interaction with an Executive Search organisation been so professional and effortless. From the moment they initially contacted me to the point of signing my contract, the team ensured that I was informed and supported throughout the entire process.
James Mullins Director of Sales Northern Europe, Australian listed technology companyYour executive search partner
Finding the right executive talent is no easy feat. We connect leading organisations with the brightest leaders, using a team of dedicated consultants with a global reach.
Our experience is unrivalled, with an extensive network of clients and candidates who have trusted our market-leading executive search recruitment services.
Get in touch and find out how we can help your organisation build outstanding leadership teams to drive your business performance.