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Finding the perfect CEO for the Paul Hamlyn Foundation

The Paul Hamlyn Foundation (PHF) supports organisations working to build a just society. In 2024, after a successful...

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Chief People Officer (including Property, Estates, Marketing & Communications

Green Park was commissioned to find a new Chief People Officer and EXCOM Member for HMRC...

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How the Nuffield Trust Went Looking for Two Trustees – And Finished With Four

When the Nuffield Trust required two Trustees for their organisation, they turned to Green Park. A long-standing...

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Shakespeare’s Globe: How a Values-Based Search Found the Perfect CEO for an Iconic Institution

Shakespeare’s Globe needed a new CEO, a high-profile role at one of the UK’s most iconic cultural institutions. Green...

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Green Park has been a trusted partner to the public sector and civil society for nearly two decades. We understand the demands of leadership in a complex, resource-constrained, and highly scrutinised environment - and we know how to find the people who can thrive in it.

From central government departments and arm’s length bodies to charities, trusts and foundations, regulators, think tanks, and membership organisations, we work across the ecosystem to strengthen institutions and deliver better outcomes for communities. Our deep understanding of policy, delivery, governance, and public trust enables us to align leadership decisions with long-term societal impact.

Our Experts

Kai Adams

Kai Adams

Managing Partner

James Greengrass

James Greengrass

Senior Partner

Joanna Moriarty

Joanna Moriarty

Partner

Jaimi Shanahan

Jaimi Shanahan

Director

Our strength in numbers

Not for profit & public sector

97%

first time successful placement rate in 2024

27%

of all appointments since Feb 2021 are from ethically diverse communities

Placed Candidates

50%

of our CEO appointments since Feb 2021 are female

Placed Candidates

5%

of our appointments since Feb 2021 have a declared disability

Diversity

52%

of all appointments since Feb 2021 are female

2

Each week for the past four years we have appointed an average of two female leaders and are leaders of colour.

Diversity

7%

of all appointments since Feb 2021 are LGBTQI+

913

placements since Feb 2021

Appointing Leaders Who Deliver Lasting Change

We specialise in identifying and securing transformational talent - leaders who combine strategic vision with the ability to build coalitions, navigate ambiguity, and lead through complexity. Our award-winning approach to inclusive recruitment ensures that every shortlist broadens the gate without lowering the bar.

We don’t just help you hire - we help you build the leadership culture needed to retain and empower high-performing, values-led individuals.

Insight-Driven, Purpose-Led

Our consulting and search work is grounded in rigorous data, lived experience, and deep sector insight. Whether you’re navigating reform, leading post-pandemic recovery, or rethinking your organisation’s role in society, we act as both advisor and delivery partner.

Roles we recruit for:

  • Executive Search – for Chief Executives, Senior leaders (CFO, CPO, COO etc) including Directors General, Chair, Non-executive Directors, Trustees, Policy, Strategy, Engagement 
  • Diversity & Inclusion Advisory – building equity into the core of public leadership
  • Board Effectiveness & Governance – helping NEDs and Chairs shape direction and impact
  • Interim Leadership – enabling rapid response and stability through experienced senior professionals
  • Leadership Development & Succession Planning – ensuring your pipeline is future-proof and fit for adding value to the communities you serve 

17years

of diverse talent mapping

55+

countries

56%

Female Trustee Placements

34%

Ethnic Minority Trustee Placements

50+

awards won

Public Sector & Civil Society

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Testimonials

"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 Keily

“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

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

“Working with Green Park made this important and potentially challenging appointment process smooth and easy to navigate. The recruitment professionals that they assigned to the project communicated consistently and articulately with the variety of different stakeholders involved in the process; they were sensitive but did not steer away from being honest about the difficult realities involved in this recruitment campaign which resulted in expectations being expertly managed and trust being embedded. I would highly recommend Green Park for senior executive search campaigns, especially in the culture and creative industry.”

Charlotte Cowan

Head of People & Culture | Shakespeare's Globe