Financial Services Executive Search

Our Financial Services practice is built on more than six decades of direct experience across financial markets. That insider perspective gives us a clear view of the leadership demands facing modern institutions - from regulatory scrutiny and governance expectations, to transformation, growth, and productivity pressures.

Led by Simon Hall, the team's careers spans senior roles across the sector, including the successful delivery of complex mergers and acquisitions, strategic introductions of commercial growth activities and attacting transformational talent that clients cannot find themselves.

This rich mix of experience shapes how we evaluate executive talent: not only on capability and credibility, but on real-world impact, decision-making under pressure, and true board-level readiness.

Our Experts

Simon Hall

Simon Hall

President, Global Board and Financial Services Practices

Ian Tucker

Ian Tucker

Partner - Financial Services

Chris Chandler

Chris Chandler

Partner

Luke Webber

Luke Webber

Partner, Information and Technology

Juliet Hardingham

Juliet Hardingham

Director

Samantha Clausen

Samantha Clausen

EA and Business Manager to Simon Hall, President, Global Board and Financial Services

A disciplined client model

We partner with a carefully selected group of well-funded, highly respected clients. This focused approach helps us avoid the widespread conflicts of interest that limit many search firms.

The result is lighter “off-limits” restrictions and access to a broader, stronger talent pool for our clients. At board and C-suite level, every appointment is transformational.

Our reputation is built on discretion, integrity, and outcomes. We combine deep sector knowledge, rigorous assessment, and trusted advisory to deliver appointments that create lasting value.

Talk to our Financial Services team. If you’re hiring a board member or senior executive - or planning succession for critical roles - we’d welcome a conversation.

20years

of diverse talent mapping

55+

countries

50+

awards won

84%

candidates retained 4+ years

Testimonials

"My experience with Green Park can be summed up in three words; advocacy, integrity, transparency. In working with Jo Sweetland and her team, it was clear from the start that they went well beyond the skills needed for the role. Their exceptional support and thoughtful, intentional guidance throughout the journey, from initial interest to formal offer, set them apart."

Justin Ostrander

Director of Finance, USA at ISP

"Working with Paul Bullock starts off with a heavy interview, where he basically gains as much insight into your business as possible so he not only selects the correct group of people to interview, but also sells your business to make sure all parties understand the opportunities. Every time I work with Paul he has delivered." 

Jalil Rahman

Chief Commercial Officer, Orla Kiely

“Jo Sweetland and her team at Green Park were fantastic during the search and interview process. They provided excellent communication with deep attentiveness and walked me through the process providing keen insights along the way. I felt very supported to ensure a smooth, seamless and professional experience with Jo.” 

Zenia Minwalla

Regional Head of Property @International Schools Partnerships Ltd, USA

From start to finish, Juliet Hardingham and the Executive Search Team at Green Park were exceptional. Juliet took the time to understand the role and our organisation, delivering a strong, diverse shortlist for our Head of Government Relations and External Affairs. Her professionalism, insights, and clear communication confirmed we had chosen the right partner.

James Greenhill

Head of Global Executive Resourcing @Jacobs

David Sayers and the Private & Commercials team have for sure, been one of the best recruiting teams to work with throughout this process. The interviews were scheduled in quick succession, and I was kept in the loop throughout the hiring process. The feedback loop was smooth, and I never felt any hiccups in the process, despite there being an 8-hour time zone difference. Thank you for your support!

Uma Deepak

Senior Finance Business Partner @International Schools Partnership

We worked with Green Park to swiftly hire an interim Head of Operations. Simon Pickerell from the Executive Interim team was outstanding - he quickly understood our needs, delivered a strong and diverse shortlist over the festive period, and supported both us and the candidates throughout. Thanks to Simon, we’ve hired an experienced Head of Operations who’s a great cultural fit. Highly recommend Simon and Green Park.

Rhian Thompson

@Magic Breakfast

"Green Park's proposal had diversity at the heart, rather than just an add on - and this gave us confidence that in working with them we would be partnering with an organisation who held the same values as our own in this area."

Claire Burles

Group People Director | Stage Coach

"Jo Sweetland of Green Park is just the best. She absolutely IS Green Park. Hard working. Super smart and understands a client’s needs. Jo has deep market relationships and superb networks. She sets the benchmark for Search in the recruitment industry. I would never hesitate to recommend Jo Sweetland to anyone. A delight to work with BUT more importantly brings the best results."

Matthew Jeffery

Head of UKI Recruitment | EY