Hanson Search

Hire Your Marketing Expert

Gaps in your marketing team holding back campaigns, results, and long-term growth?

Gaps in your marketing team cost more than growth. Skill mismatches waste budgets, talent competition slows hiring, and unrealistic expectations stall progress. We connect you with the right specialists and executives to deliver results that last.

Hire Your Marketing Expert

Speed You Can Count On

We deliver shortlisted candidates in as little as 3 days to 2 weeks, helping you move fast without sacrificing quality.

Proven Quality

With 90% of interviews leading to offers and zero wasted time on mismatched profiles.

Culture Alignment

We go beyond CVs, understanding your culture and leadership needs to ensure every hire is the right fit

We are trusted advisors to our partners

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The Talent You Need

From building brand leadership to optimising performance channels, our digital experts cover every touchpoint. 

Chief Marketing Officers & Digital Leaders

Setting strategic direction, leading transformation, and inspiring teams.

Digital Marketing Specialists

Driving results through SEO, PPC, programmatic, and performance channels.

Brand & Content Strategists

Shaping positioning and creating stories that resonate with audiences.

Customer Acquisition & Lifecycle Experts

Boosting engagement, retention, and long-term loyalty.

CRM, Retention & Loyalty Leaders

Maximising lifetime value through data-driven retention strategies.

Social, Influencer & Partnerships Marketers

Building communities, driving advocacy, and amplifying reach.

AI & Martech Integration Specialists

Leveraging technology to optimise campaigns and accelerate growth.

What We Do

At Hanson Search, we don’t just fill roles; we build the marketing leadership teams that shape your future. Our tailored recruitment solutions cover every stage of growth:

Freelance Talent

Flexible, on-demand experts who can hit the ground running and deliver impact where it’s needed most.

Permanent Hiring

Hand-picked senior talent to drive long-term growth, stability, and innovation within your organisation.

Interim Leadership

Experienced executives who provide stability during transition, accelerate transformation, or guide short-term initiatives.

Advisory & Consultation

Strategic insights into the talent market to help you design, structure, and future-proof your marketing function.

How It Works

Finding the right leader isn’t about speed; it’s about precision. Our proven approach ensures you hire with confidence:

Share Your Vision

We begin by listening understanding your business goals, culture, and the challenges you’re looking to solve.

Team Allocation

We assign the enquiry to the most suitable team member, based on their network and industry expertise.

Confident Hiring & Lasting Impact

From the first shortlist to final negotiations and onboarding, we act swiftly and professionally to ensure your new hire delivers measurable business results.

Case Studies

Whether you’re scaling a startup or strengthening an enterprise team, we tailor the model to you

Building a Strategic Communications Team for a Leading Sustainability Firm

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Head of Corporate Communications and Public Affairs for early stage Energy Company

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Recruitment of EMEA Government Relations Director for a Global Agrifood Leader

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Vice President Government Affairs & Public Affairs Europe in Brussels & Head of Markets across the US and UK

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Head of Government Relations for a Leading Energy Company

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Testimonials

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Robert Stone
11:53 07 May 25
I had the pleasure of working with Daisy during the recruitment process for my new role, and I can’t recommend her enough. From our very first conversation, she was friendly, professional and gave me all the info I needed. Daisy kept me well-informed at every stage, offered helpful insights and always followed up promptly. Highly recommended for candidates and hiring managers!
Mark Wainwright
12:42 21 Apr 25
Daisy at Hanson Search helped hire two fantastic members of my team, I can’t recommend her highly enough.
James Lloyd-Smith
15:20 06 Apr 25
Daisy was a fantastic support throughout the whole interview process. Her continuous communication and support helped me stay in the loop after each stage, providing timely feedback from the company and ultimatley helping me achieve my new fantastic role! – Couldn’t recommend more.
Vasiliki Makou
21:31 26 Mar 25
Daisy has been amazing throughout the recruitment process. She’s been very supportive and helpful. Would definitely recommend her if you are looking for your next role.
Jordan Smith
17:13 26 Mar 25
Daisy was an absolute joy to work with during my job search, providing clear and regular updates and ensuring full transparency throughout the process. Strongly recommend her and the Hanson team when looking for your next career move!
Ed T
14:44 26 Mar 25
Daisy placed me at the perfect agency, despite my initial reservations. Very thankful to her and the team for helping my career progression!
Carolina Madrid
14:38 26 Mar 25
Emily W
15:03 21 Jun 24
Really helpful advice and considered, personalised approach for candidates. I had a great experience working with Allyson during my search. Very thorough and personable! Highly recommend.
Jolyon Dean
18:47 11 Jun 24
Allyson Kurian was recommended to me by a former colleague who she had placed. She gave clear, thoughtful advice which improved my candidacy and ultimately helped pivot my career. She was a delight to work with and I’m grateful for her support!
Sarah Salky
11:41 10 Jul 23
A very big thank you to Ruth Edwards. She was a thoughtful advisor throughout the process — and ultimately a tireless champion. She met me exactly where I was. Her guidance and support helped me to make a huge leap personally and professionally, and I enter this next phase with excitement and confidence! Cheers to Ruth!

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Ready to hire your next marketing leader? Tell us about your hiring needs, and our team will be in touch.
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Why Brands Trust Hanson Search?

Hanson Search is a global talent advisory and executive search firm with highly experienced teams dedicated to filling business-critical roles. We go beyond recruitment, focusing on the impact talent has on your revenue, reputation, and risk ensuring long-term value for your business

Hire Your Marketing Expert

20+ Years of Expertise

in Executive Search

Hundreds of Successful Hires

Across industries

Global Network

of sustainability & ESG leaders

Award-Winning

Consultancy & B Corp Certified

Our Experts

With a network spanning the UK, Europe, USA, and the Middle East, our team of recruitment consultants are experts in sourcing the best talent globally.

Alice Weightman

Global CEO, Regional Head of MENA
CEO, Global Executive Search Leader, and UAE Market Expert: Alice Weightman is the Founder and CEO

Janie Emmerson

UK & Europe Managing Partner, Global Head of Public Affairs
Janie leads Hanson Search’s UK & European based teams. From the London office, she guides and supports their

Katie Simpson

Managing Partner, Global Head of Corporate Affairs
Having previously spent 10 years in communications, Katie brings real industry insights into the hiring process.

Amy Hayer

Partner, Global Head of Healthcare & Communications
Amy brings over 15 years of experience in executive search, with a focus on healthcare communications and international

Barbara Ozanon

Partner, European Head of Public Affairs and Communications
With over a decade of experience in recruitment, executive search, and headhunting, Barbara Ozanon leads Hanson Search’s European

Johnny Goldsmith

Partner, Global Head of Sustainability
Johnny leads the global Sustainability & ESG practice at Hanson Search.

Nils Gerardin

Principal consultant, Sales & Marketing
Nils Geradin is a seasoned executive search and recruitment consultant with nearly ten years of experience placing senior-level.

Amanda Dowie

Search Director, MENA
Amanda Dowie Amanda Dowie is an accomplished executive search specialist with over 20 years of global recruitment experience, including more

Madeleine Weightman

Head of Interim Marketing and Management Recruitment Services
Madeleine is Head of Interim Marketing and Management Recruitment and co-Founder of The Work Crowd, the sister company.

Helena Ranger

Principal Consultant, Communications & Marketing
Helena is the Principal Consultant leading the Consumer division across PR and Marketing. She plays a pivotal role..

Peter Ferguson

Managing Consultant, Public Affairs & Policy, UK & USA
As a Managing Consultant in the Public Affairs Practice, Peter advises and supports some of the world’s .

Rachel L’Estrange

Senior Consultant, Corporate & Financial Communications, UK & USA
After spending six years in Corporate PR and Marketing, Rachel made the move into recruiting for the industry.

Daisy Hughes

Senior Consultant, Head of Digital
Daisy brings nearly a decade of recruitment experience to her role at Hanson Search, where she leads the...

Allyson Kurian

Senior Consultant, Corporate Affairs & Sustainability
Allyson is a specialist in corporate affairs and sustainability communications, working at the mid-to-senior end of the market,

Felice Hurst

Advisor, MENA
With nearly twenty years of experience in search and recruitment, and a decade of experience working in MENA,...

Camille Chevallier

Senior Consultant, Communications, Europe
Having started her career as a comms professional, Camille spent 20 years in senior roles within leading agencies.

Lexi Smith-Muller

Consultant, MENA
Lexi has over 10 years’ experience of recruitment & talent acquisition, and over 6 years’ experience working in

Arlena Butt

Researcher
Arlena is a valued researcher at Hanson Search, supporting the team across Public Affairs, Corporate Communications, Health and...

Ben Mitchell

Head of Interim Communications
Head of Interim Communications Ben is Head of Interim Communications and works across both Hanson Search and

Kristina Ugrin

Researcher
ith more than 10 years’ experience in the UAE and Europe, in recruitment consultancy, event management and in-house...

Robyn Field

Associate Director of Operations & Inclusion
As Associate Director of Operations & Inclusion, Robyn is responsible for all business and administrative operations

Sam White

PA to CEO & Business Support
Sam joined Hanson Search in 2016 as an internal recruiter, bringing prior experience as an independent headhunter.

Katie Cubbon

Internal Recruitment & Operations Lead
Katie manages internal recruitment at Hanson Search, while also overseeing office management and business operations.

Mirjana R.Dejanovska

Business Support
Mirjana is Talent Strategist & Customer Success Manager at our sister company, The Work Crowd.

Ivana Stevanovska

Business Support
Ivana is Community and Marketing Executive at our sister company, The Work Crowd. As well as being highly.

Fani Mateska

Researcher
With over four years’ experience in recruitment consultancy, Fani joined Hanson Search in July 2025, bringing expertise

Nicholas Watkins

Advisor
Nicholas has over 30 years of business leadership experience that combines successful careers in the media, leisure