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Executive Search

Finding exceptional senior commercial talent demands insight, precision, and a tailored executive search strategy.

At Brand Recruitment, we specialise exclusively in hiring senior leaders across Sales, Business Development, Account Management and Customer Success, helping ambitious organisations across the South of England secure the leadership that drives growth.

With decades of combined experience in commercial recruitment, our executive search team understands what defines a high-performing commercial leader, from their strategic approach and commercial acumen to their ability to inspire teams, build pipelines, close enterprise deals and retain key revenue.

We take a consultative, retained approach to executive search, working closely with your leadership team to define the role, expectations and outcomes. Using advanced search technology, we proactively engage senior commercial professionals beyond standard agency reach, approaching candidates discreetly and presenting only genuine fits. Our pricing is clear and transparent, and every appointment is backed by extended replacement guarantees to give long-term confidence in the hire.

Strategic role discovery & definition

We clarify responsibilities, expectations and outcomes with your leadership team.

Targeted executive search

We headhunt senior commercial talent using advanced search tools.

Discreet candidate engagement

We approach passive candidates and present only true fits.

Transparent retained model

Clear pricing, retained delivery and extended replacement guarantees.

Our extensive network

Our network includes thousands of senior-level commercial professionals, from seasoned revenue leaders to transformational customer success strategists.

Sales Leadership

  • Sales Director
  • Head of Sales
  • Regional Sales Director
  • National Sales Director / Manager
  • Commercial Director
  • VP of Sales
  • Chief Sales Officer (CSO)
  • Sales Operations Director

Business Development Leadership

  • Business Development Director
  • Head of Business Development
  • Strategic Partnerships Director
  • Enterprise Business Development Lead / Manager
  • VP of Business Development
  • Chief Business Development Officer
  • New Business Director

Account Management Leadership

  • Account Director
  • Head of Account Management
  • Key Account Director / Manager
  • Client Services Director
  • VP of Account Management
  • Global Account Director
  • Strategic Account Director

Customer Success Leadership

  • Customer Success Director
  • Head of Customer Success
  • Senior Client Success Manager
  • Customer Success Operations Lead / Manager
  • VP of Customer Success
  • Chief Customer Officer (CCO)
  • Customer Experience Director

Our reach spans industries including Retail, FMCG, Technology, SaaS, Engineering, Industrial, Professional Services and more.

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Executive Search FAQs

What is executive search for sales and commercial roles?

An executive search is a targeted recruitment process focused on senior-level appointments in Sales, Business Development, Account Management, and Customer Success. Unlike traditional recruitment, it involves proactive headhunting, market mapping, and direct engagement with passive candidates to ensure you hire the best talent available.

Which senior roles do you recruit for?

We specialise in senior commercial appointments, including:

  • Sales: Sales Director, Head of Sales, Regional Sales Director, National Sales Manager, Commercial Director
  • Business Development: Business Development Director, Head of Business Development, Strategic Partnerships Director, Enterprise BDM Lead
  • Account Management: Account Director, Head of Account Management, Key Account Director, Client Services Director
  • Customer Success: Customer Success Director, Head of Customer Success, Client Success Manager (Senior), Customer Success Operations Lead
Which industries do you cover?

We recruit across a broad range of sectors, including Technology, SaaS, Engineering, Industrial, FMCG, Retail, Professional Services, and more. Our deep market knowledge ensures we can identify leaders who will deliver measurable impact in your sector.

What makes Brand Recruitment different from other executive search firms?**
  1. We specialise exclusively in Sales, Business Development, Account Management, and Customer Success, meaning we understand the nuances of these disciplines.
  2. We offer transparent retained fees
  3. Our network and technology allow us to reach candidates that other agencies cannot access.
  4. We provide generous replacement periods and ongoing support to ensure long-term success.
How long does an executive search take?

While timelines vary depending on role complexity, seniority, and market availability, most searches take between 6 to 12 weeks from initial briefing to offer acceptance. We provide regular updates throughout the process to keep your hiring team informed.

Can you recruit executive positions beyond the South of England?

Yes. Whilst we predominantly operate  across Cambridge, Oxford, Milton Keynes, London, Hertfordshire, Essex, and the wider South and East of England, we can support executive level roles across the UK and internationally.

How can I get started?

Simply get in touch via the contact buttons above to schedule a consultation. We’ll discuss your requirements, review the role and your business objectives, and outline how our executive search process can deliver the right senior commercial leader for your team.

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