Business Details
33 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Executive Search & Leadership Solutions
Sheffield Haworth is a globally recognised consultancy with over three decades of expertise in executive search, leadership advisory, and organisational transformation. Established in 1993, we have cultivated a reputation for delivering strategic talent solutions to clients across financial services, technology, insurance, and professional services sectors. Our global network of consultants combines international reach with local market insights, enabling us to source diverse leadership talent and provide tailored solutions. We are committed to ethical standards as a member of the Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants (AESC), with our leadership team actively contributing to industry governance. Our services encompass strategic research, interim executive placements, and change management, addressing complex people-led transformation challenges.With offices in 15 locations spanning Europe, the Middle East, the Americas, and Asia-Pacific, we empower clients to navigate a rapidly evolving business landscape. Our approach integrates deep industry knowledge with innovative talent intelligence, ensuring clients gain a competitive advantage. We prioritise transparency, diversity, and inclusion, demonstrated through initiatives like our socio-economic diversity working group and Disability Confident status. Our track record includes high-impact placements for Fortune 500 companies and emerging disruptors, supported by thought leadership in areas such as climate risk disclosures and AI regulation. As we pursue our 2030 vision to become the leading strategic people consultancy, we remain focused on ethical leadership and client-centric innovation.
Services
Executive Search
Strategic Research
Interim Executives
Leadership Advisory
Change Consulting
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of leadership excellence in executive search and organisational transformation
- Our global network spans 15 locations across four continents with local market expertise
- We provide tailored consulting solutions for complex people-led transformation challenges
- Our team includes certified experts with industry-specific knowledge in financial services and technology
- We operate with full transparency and hold Disability Confident status for inclusive practices
Associations and certifications
- AESC
Services
Executive Search
Our executive search service identifies and places senior leaders in C-suite, board, and specialist roles across global industries. We focus on financial services, technology, insurance, and professional services sectors, leveraging our extensive network to find candidates with strategic vision and cultural fit. Clients benefit from our rigorous assessment process and deep market knowledge.
Change Consulting
We guide clients through complex transformations by aligning leadership with strategic objectives. Our consultants develop tailored change management frameworks that address cultural, operational, and structural challenges. This service helps organisations implement sustainable improvements while maintaining business continuity during transitional periods.
Leadership Advisory
Our leadership advisory service focuses on developing high-performing executives and building future-ready teams. We offer succession planning, leadership development programmes, and cultural assessments to enhance organisational capability. Clients receive data-driven insights to optimise leadership effectiveness and drive long-term growth.
Strategic Research
We provide bespoke talent intelligence and market analysis to inform strategic decision-making. This service includes competitor benchmarking, sector trends analysis, and compensation benchmarking. Clients gain actionable insights to strengthen their talent acquisition strategies and maintain competitive advantage in evolving markets.
Interim Executives
Our interim executive service delivers experienced professionals for short-term leadership requirements. We specialise in financial services placements, providing candidates with proven track records in crisis management and operational turnaround. Clients benefit from immediate access to high-calibre talent without long-term commitment.
People
Alex Cormack
Chief Executive Officer
Alex Cormack leads Sheffield Haworth's global operations with over 25 years of executive search experience. He specialises in financial services and technology sectors, driving strategic growth while maintaining the firm's commitment to ethical leadership and client-focused innovation.
Tim Sheffield
Chairman
As co-founder and Chairman, Tim Sheffield has shaped Sheffield Haworth's vision since 1993. He chairs the European AESC Council and focuses on expanding the firm's consulting services while maintaining its founding principles of integrity and excellence.
Frances Denny
Managing Director
Frances Denny leads the firm's socio-economic diversity initiatives and executive search practice. With extensive experience in financial services, she specialises in placing leaders who drive inclusive growth and sustainable business transformation.
Graham Ridgway
Non-Executive Chair
Graham Ridgway brings decades of enterprise software expertise as Non-Executive Chair. He advises on leadership development and digital transformation, combining technical knowledge with strategic business acumen to guide organisational change.
Srin Madipalli
Serial Entrepreneur
Srin Madipalli, technology innovator and inclusion advocate, collaborates with Sheffield Haworth on diversity initiatives. As co-founder of Accomable and accessibility engineer at Google, he champions inclusive leadership practices across industries.
Questions
What industries does Sheffield Haworth specialise in?
We specialise in financial services, technology, insurance, professional services, and consulting sectors with global market expertise.
How does Sheffield Haworth ensure ethical recruitment practices?
As AESC members, we adhere to strict ethical standards and maintain transparency throughout our executive search processes.
Do you offer leadership development services?
Yes, our Leadership Advisory service includes development programmes, succession planning, and cultural assessments for organisations.
What geographic regions do you cover?
We operate across Europe, Middle East, Americas, and Asia-Pacific with 15 global offices and local market expertise.
How do you approach organisational transformation?
Our change consulting service combines tailored frameworks with leadership alignment to implement sustainable business improvements.
Can you provide interim executive placements?
Yes, we specialise in interim leadership solutions, particularly within financial services and technology sectors.
