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Novo Executive Search
& Selection Services

Our executive recruitment and executive search consultants operate with the highest levels of professionalism, integrity and ethics. We strive to always exceed our clients’ expectations by adding real value to their business. Our ambition for our clients’ success means we are always proactive and creative in identifying new services and markets. We invest heavily in training and development ensuring that all of our executive recruitment consultants apply the most reliable and effective tools and techniques for solving clients’ challenges in a consistent manner. We work closely with our clients and have a wealth of knowledge and experience. Our executive recruitment skills are second to none.

Executive search is a “no compromise approach” and is about gaining access to, and timely placement of, key individuals. It is without question the methodology of choice for the identification and recruitment of high calibre professionals with specific skills.

The ability to make insightful decisions about people is themost enduring source of competitive advantage.Executive search concentrates on helping clients achieve this advantage through the identification, assessment and recruitment of the most talented business leaders.

Our executive search process will give you access to the broadest possible pool of candidates with the relevant skills. We target relevant companies and ascertain organisational structures, proactively identifying the most appropriately skilled individuals. We then approach and assess them directly, using competency-based interviewing models. Our consultants are passionate about ensuring that hired candidates make a positive impact that exceeds our clients’ expectations.

Our dedicated research team will handle the initial identification of potential candidates and make contact to discuss the opportunity in depth. Our researchers and consultants pinpoint high quality candidates and generate exceptional shortlists to meet our client’s specifications.

Our data management software system, “Libero”, was created to allow us to access our firm’s knowledge and expertise for the benefit of clients. We fully use and apply these tools in every assignment to assure quality and comprehensiveness. This adaptable project management capability ensures we can track the progress of all assignments from inception through to completion.

Our executive recruitment and executive search consultants operate with the highest levels of professionalism, integrity and ethics. We strive to always exceed our clients’ expectations by adding real value to their business. Our ambition for our clients’ success means we are always proactive and creative in identifying new services and markets. We invest heavily in training and development ensuring that all of our executive recruitment consultants apply the most reliable and effective tools and techniques for solving clients’ challenges in a consistent manner. We work closely with our clients and have a wealth of knowledge and experience. Our executive recruitment skills are second to none.

  • 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

  • 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

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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

  • Candidate Experience

    "I was very impressed by the whole experience. Novo had a good understanding of the post on offer and what was required and had obviously taken the time to match this to my skill set. They kept in close contact throughout and assisted in facilitating contract negotiation, making the whole process painless for me as a candidate. Couldn’t ask for anything more." Operations Director

    atmos consulting

  • Candidate Experience

    "I received an excellent service from Novo, from my initial meeting with the consultant to the final negotiations around the job offer the service was faultless. I felt I was well matched to the role and I was kept well informed during the entire recruitment process and any queries I had were answered very promptly. I would highly recommend Novo". Head  of Procurement

    JISC

  • Client Testimonials

    “Thank you to you and your team for your work on this assignment, we were really happy with the candidates and, the approach was extremely good.  We’ll certainly use you again for the next assignment.” Managing Director, Delta Simons

    Delta Simons

  • Client Testimonials

    “CACI has asked Novo to help us with a number of senior level appointments. Each role required individuals with very specific skills and experience and we felt that we would be unable to fill the positions using alternative methods such as advertising. We have been consistently pleased with the work Novo has done on our behalf. They provide a thorough and professional service at all stages of the recruitment process, from creating the job specification through to the final discussions with the selected candidate. They communicate regularly and take the time to really understand our business and the specific requirements for each role.  Novo has always been able to fulfil the briefs we have given them and we have been impressed by the candidates put forward for interview. I would have no hesitation in recommending their services to other businesses.”   Vice-President Consumer Marketing, CACI

    CACI

  • 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

    “This is the fifth senior manager recruitment undertaken by Novo on behalf of EPRL in a relatively short space of time as we expand our management capabilities. Each time the process has been smooth and in each case the eventual successful candidate has hit the ground running and made a positive impact on the business. The European Project Manager role was a difficult one to fulfil but again Novo’s skill and process have helped to find the right candidate.” CEO, EPRL

    EPRL

  • 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

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