MANDATE: To appoint a standalone HR Manager for a boutique Investment Manager. The role required a polished and credible individual who could assess current HR frameworks, identify areas for improvement, and implement change. The successful candidate needed to bring energy, vision, and cultural alignment — while being able to both lead strategically and execute operationally. Financial Services experience was essential, as was the ability to be hands-on and build strong relationships across senior leadership.
SOLUTION: Amelia worked closely with the CEO to gain a deep understanding of the company’s culture, growth ambitions, and the qualities needed in an HR Manager to truly elevate the function. The key challenge was finding someone with both strategic gravitas and operational capability — someone who could influence at senior level while also rolling up their sleeves to deliver day-to-day HR needs.
Drawing on her extensive Financial Services network, Amelia conducted a comprehensive search that included both her existing connections and external market mapping to uncover hidden talent. She remained in close contact with the CEO throughout the process, providing expert guidance and a carefully curated shortlist of candidates who demonstrated the right blend of experience, professionalism, and cultural fit.
QUOTE: Amelia really understood the needs of our business and the type of personality and drive we were looking for in our HR Manager. She provided valuable guidance throughout the process, acted with urgency and professionalism, and delivered a candidate who was the perfect fit for our business. A fantastic service - I’d be delighted to work with her again.