I help applied AI companies hire commercial leaders who turn technical capability into enterprise revenue.

Senior and executive search for commercial leaders who combine enterprise experience with genuine sector expertise.


FOR CLIENTS


Hire commercial leaders who can win and grow complex enterprise business.

I work with founders, CEOs and commercial leaders to make senior appointments where sector credibility, enterprise experience and commercial judgement matter, from high-impact individual contributors through to VP and C-suite hires.Each search starts with the commercial challenge behind the appointment: what the person must achieve, who they need to influence and where relevant sector expertise matters. The search is then built around those requirements rather than a generic job title.

FOR CANDIDATES


Considering your next senior move in applied AI?

Senior commercial professionals trust me to identify opportunities that genuinely fit their experience, sector knowledge and ambitions.You’ll get a straightforward view of the company, the role and the people behind it. I’ll communicate openly throughout the process and help you prepare without overselling the opportunity.When the timing isn’t right, I’m always happy to have a confidential conversation about your situation and the wider market.

Nick is one of the most accomplished recruiters I have worked with.

He understands the nuances of the roles he is hiring for, and executes on them precisely in his searches.Candidates are well judged, well briefed, well looked after and consistently high quality.My team really enjoy working with him, and the hires he has helped us make have been great successes.

John Gibson

Chief Commercial Officer, Faculty

Acquired by Accenture in 2026

About Nick


Practical, specialist and personally involved.

I've spent my career helping technology businesses make important commercial hires.Today, I focus exclusively on senior commercial and client-facing recruitment for applied AI businesses.Every search is led personally by me, from the initial brief through to completion. My approach is straightforward: understand the requirement properly, search carefully and keep everyone informed throughout the process.

Specialised focus

Senior commercial leadership appointments in applied AI.


Personal service

You'll work directly with me throughout every search.


Quality over quantity

Focused, carefully run assignments with honest communication.


Built on trust

A practical approach for founders, CEOs, hiring leaders and candidates.

Let's have a conversation.

Whether you’re hiring for your team or considering your next move, I’d be pleased to hear from you.

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