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Executive search for technology and life sciences. We help

fast-growth technology and life sciences businesses hire the talent they need to develop game-changing technologies.

AUTUMN 2024

2024 has been a challenging year for many organisations, but hiring impactful talent remains a key priority for business leaders. Competition for top talent continues to be high across the C-suite, although we've seen a particular increase in demand for engineering and product leadership roles over the past two quarters, aligning with broader market trends. 


The conversation around compensation continues to evolve. Whilst we've seen overall compensation soften slightly, base salaries continue to rise. This has been due partly to ongoing uncertainty surrounding capital gains tax and the budget, coupled with the lack of exits over the past year. As a result, individuals are placing less value on share options than previously. It will be interesting to see whether this trend persists in 2025 or if, with the potential for a more buoyant economy, we see a different balance.


We’d like to thank Andy Swarbrick, who retired as Chair of Bailey Fisher earlier this year, after 10 years’ service, and to welcome Ludo Chapman as our new Chair. Under Ludo’s guidance, we look forward to continuing to support our clients with their growth journeys. See here for some of the work we've completed recently, or please get in touch if you’d like to discuss your next senior hire. 

Northern Tech Ecosystem

 

Justin Carpenter shares his thoughts on the North's thriving technology ecosystem, after 15 months as Partner heading up our Manchester office.

It was great to hear about Raspberry Pi's journey to IPO when CEO Eben Upton joined us as guest speaker at our recent Board Dinner with Mishcon de Reya.

Zoe's latest Women in Life Sciences event welcomed early stage CEOs to talk about hybrid and agile working, ahead of the Government's new Employment Rights Bill.

What works on scale up boards? Toby caught up with Katy Tuncer, Head of Innovation at Horizon37, to discuss board dynamics, and the critical unlock for success.

Our niche focus has given us a unique understanding of the make-up of successful C-suite, board and leadership teams at every stage of growth. By working with you, we make your business goals our priority so we can find you the leadership you need to achieve them.

 

If you'd like to speak to one of our team about hiring, your board structure or compensation data/trends, please get in touch.

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