INTERNATIONAL SEARCH
OPERATING NATIONALLY
AND GLOBALLY

We have a successful track record of executive recruiting across all continents. We are able to draw upon the considerable experience of our consultants and researchers many of whom have multi-lingual skills.

We work across a range of industry sectors in each region and have a broad understanding of the issues organisations face in each sector. In addition to understanding these factors, we recognise that there may be specific issues to overcome within a specific market, geography and culture.

Through a collaborative culture focused on successfully delivering recruitment projects across the globe, Novo rises to the challenge of utilising high-value human resource and consultancy services to take your business forward. We aim to deliver our clients the best possible service to satisfy their international executive recruitment challenges.

All our executive search consultants and researchers have a wealth of commercial experience internationally and unrivalled insight into their specialist sectors. Our executive search consultants offer a professional service, working ethically and with integrity to establish strong relationships with clients.

Novo Executive Search and Selection invests heavily in training and development ensuring that all of our staff apply the most reliable and effective tools and techniques for solving clients’ international recruitment challenges in a consistent manner.

To have a confidential discussion about our services please contact 
George Woodward Director george.woodward@novoexec.com or
Ryan Mills Director ryan.mills@novoexec.com 0844 241 2064

This methodology is most effective when clients are looking to attract high calibre candidates with cross transferable skills.

Our Directors

George Woodward

George Woodward

Director

George is a key part of Novo Executive Search’s leadership team and is instrumental in driving forwards and running the business as it continues to grow. As an experienced Director with over 15 years UK and global executive search experience George has an outstanding track record in recruiting exceptional talent for FTSE clients through to mid-size companies and owner managed SME’s.

Ryan Mills

Ryan Mills

Director

Ryan is a Director of Novo Executive Search and Selection, with extensive experience recruiting senior management and board level professionals across a multitude of sectors. His client base ranges from start-ups through to large corporates and PLC’s.

  • Client Testimonials

    In the Summer of 2020 Novo were appointed by Gemserv, the low carbon, energy, technology & health sector consultancy to recruit an experienced NED for their Board. Through running a thorough and targeted non-executive selection campaign, engaging with a wide audience of experienced people from the environmental, technology, health and energy markets Novo were successful in appointing a suitably experienced NED for Gemserv.

    Gemserv

  • Non Executive Appointments

    During the first half of 2021 Novo Executive Search worked with the Central Bedfordshire Council on 3 retained search assignments; the recruitment of a Non-Executive Chair to oversee the Board of a start-up housing development company (New Vista Homes) and a start up care homes and services business (Care is Central), as well as suitably experienced Executive Directors for both of these new organisations. Through running targeted traditional headhunting searches which were supported by carefully selected executive and non-executive advertising campaigns, all 3 roles were filled.    

    Central Bedfordshire Council

  • Client Testimonials

    Non-Executive Directors (Audit Committee Chair) Oxford Cannabinoid Technologies’ aim is to become a global leader in the development of safe and effective prescription medicines to treat serious and life-threatening human diseases and conditions. Having recruited the current CEO, John Lucas and CSO, Valentino Parravicini Novo was asked to find two NEDs, including the Audit Committee Chair, in preparation for an IPO on the Standard London Market in May 2021. Not only were we tasked with finding experienced candidates, we were given only a couple of weeks to complete this vital recruitment. The roles were advertised anonymously and our extensive network of contacts was contacted to identify suitable and interested candidates to make up an initial shortlist of candidates. The first two candidates shortlisted to meet the Chairman were appointed and played an important role in preparing the business for its over-subscribed flotation on May 21st. As always, it has been a delight working with you. You are my first port of call whenever we need serious talent! John Lucas CEO.

    OCT

  • Candidate Experience

    "My personal experience with Novo was really good. They had all the information I needed whilst being professional, discreet and considerate, which ultimately made the whole process extremely smooth." Account Director

    Catalina Marketing

  • Client Testimonials

    "Novo have consistently put forward high calibre candidates and continue to provide a friendly and supportive professional service." HR Director, Trapeze  

    Trapeze

  • Client Testimonials

     I have enjoyed working with Novo since they started up and it is a relationship I am happy to continue. Novo scores very strongly acting as the virtual face for my Company – I have real confidence in their ability to represent us and judging by the feedback from candidates they do this very well. I also appreciate Novo’s honesty – they manage our expectations well and push us hard for support when they need which enhances the sense of relationship in our dealings. HR Director, Buro Happold

    Buro Happold

  • Client Testimonials

    “In a challenging and competitive market I have been impressed by the level of service and communication provided by the team at Novo Executive Search. I would have no hesitation in recommending using the services again as we continue to grow and expand.” Director, WSP Buildings

    WSP Buildings

  • Candidate Experience

    "I can fully recommend Novo for senior management recruitment. They give 100% for their clients by seeking out the best candidates that match the job specification but also ensure they match the values and ethos of the clients company." Commercial Director  

    One Post

  • Client Testimonials

    BPE is a highly successful multi service law firm based in Cheltenham with a growing and developing presence in many disciplines such as Private Wealth and Corporate Law. Novo's Legal Division were retained to recruit Technical Associates across areas such as Private Client and Corporate Law for the company.  Through retained comprehensive South West headhunting search assignments within Gloucestershire, Bristol, Swindon and Bath, Novo were successful in appointing suitably exerienced Associates in both practice areas.

    BPE Solicitors

  • Client Testimonials

    Jaywing is an award winning and leading UK integrated data, creative and marketing agency with offices in Sheffield, Leeds and Newbury. Novo were recently retained to recruit an HR Director for Jaywing and was successful in appointing an experienced individual into the post who comes with a diverse mix of fast paced retail sector expertise. The targeted search & section assignment engaged with a very strong shortlist of candidates based in the North and East Midlands resulting in the successful appointment.

    Jaywing

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