MEET OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM

We have a team of exceptional Directors, Consultants and Researchers delivering projects internationally. 

Our Directors

Peter Tucker

Peter Tucker

Director and Founder

Peter was part of the team that set up Novo in 2003 and has now been running research based assignments for over 20 years. This experience covers a wide range of sectors and companies but would class the following as particular specialities: sales and marketing, sport and manufacturing.

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.

Dale Perrett

Dale Perrett

Director and Founder

Dale is one of the Founding Directors of Novo Executive Search and Selection. He is part of the Novo leadership team that drives the business. He remains passionate about working with clients on a daily basis delivering executive search assignments. Dale has a breadth of experience successfully working across many sectors.

Jon Hollier

Jon Hollier

Director and Founder

Jon is a Founding Director of Novo Executive Search & Selection. Beyond establishing and developing Novo, his extensive experience covers a wide range of disciplines across commercial and the third sectors. Jon has delivered a significant number of executive search assignments across the UK and internationally throughout his 20 year career.

  • Client Testimonials

      "Novo were a real pleasure to deal with and impressed me with there professional, friendly manner and made my recruitment process smooth and problem free. Managing Director

    Melton Renewable Energy

  • Client Testimonials

    As part of our growth strategy it was essential for Clearsprings Support Services to partner with a professional and agile business to work alongside us and execute our acquisition plan. Following a robust selection process it was clear that Novo had the right credentials and through Dale exhibited a level of competence and understanding which made my decision to engage with Novo very easy.  The project managed by Novo and the performance from day one underpinned the selection of partner. Throughout I received a high level of analysis, good and timely communication and positive feedback from acquisition targets. As a result of Novo’s commitment and hard work we have acquired 5 very good businesses; a great team effort.  We plan to embark on a third round of acquisitions next year and will have no hesitation in choosing Novo as a partner.   Managing Director, Clearsprings Support Services Ltd

    Clearsprings Support Services Ltd

  • 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

  • Candidate Experience

    "I found the whole experience refreshingly straightforward compared to other organisations I have dealt with in the past. Novo were flexible with their selection stage and then supported me through the company interview process, providing valuable feedback and updates at each stage. All in all a professional approach and a company I would willingly use again and recommend to others." Supply Chain Director.

    Actavis

  • 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

  • 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

  • Client Testimonials

    We engaged Novo Executive Search and Selection to work on one senior recruitment assignment for Wilo (UK), a key and pivotal role; Sales Director for Building Services. Ryan and his team delivered a high standard of service. Professional, thorough and great communicators, Novo Executive Search and Selection listened to our brief and ensured that their focus was on providing a candidate, who closely matched our needs and wants. It was evident throughout my dealings with Novo, that they had put a high level of effort in and shown their focus above and beyond with their hard work. I would have no hesitation in recommending Novo Executive Search and Selection, they are resilient, true grafters and in summary, they earnt their fee. We will be using the consultancy again. HR Manager UK & IE

    Wilo (UK) Ltd

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    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

    Novo Excutive Search & Selection was appointed to search for a new Managing Director for Chiorino UK Ltd. Chiorino UK is part of a large Italian group which manufactures conveyor and transmission belting, coated fabrics and polyurethane films. The UK division (one of 60 divisions worldwide) has traded in the UK for over 40 years. Novo were able to access the very best candidates in the market place. They kept us fully informed throughout the process and presented us with a number of candidates to interview. From the initial list of candidates presented to us we were able to recruit a successor. We were delighted with Ryan’s work and efforts he contributed to achiving our goal. We therefore would have no hesitation in recommending Novo Excutive Search & Selection to any other organisation looking for help or advice in recrutiment. Vice President.

    Chiorino UK Ltd

  • Candidate Experience

    "I have received outstanding service throughout. Novo clearly work closely together as a team and their clients. Novo was instrumental in finding me my ideal role and helped me secure that role every step of the way, offering good advice and encouragement from the outset. More importantly, Novo have altered my negative perception of the recruitment industry and I'd highly recommend them to anyone." Head of Health & Safety

    Thurlow Nunn

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