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We have developed an unrivalled understanding of the needs of not-for-profit organisations.


We pioneered executive search in the not-for-profit sector, taking the best of commercial headhunting and turning it into the right process needed for the sector. Many others have followed us but 30 years later that same honest and open approach we started tells us the not-for-profit sector appreciates and trusts us.

About Us
25/03/24
Development Director
Pembroke College

“ I couldn’t have asked for anymore. I don’t know how you manage it and know us so well - but you did it again! ”

Helen Walker
Deputy Director Philanthropy & Corporate Partnerships
Dogs Trust
Director of Philanthropy
British Heart Foundation

“ Thank you for putting together such an outstanding field of candidates - we were so impressed ”

Sarah Cook
Head of Major Gifts
King's College London
29/04/24
Director of Human Resources
Shrewsbury School

“ Thank you very much for an excellent recruitment process, it was a great pleasure working with you. ”

Matt MacDougall
Development Fundraising Manager
Heart Foundation New Zealand
11/03/24
Membership Manager
Institute for Fiscal Studies

“ We were delighted with having to make a difficult choice between 3 very appointable candidates. ”

Karen Heaton
Director of Human Resources
University of Manchester
04/03/24
Head of Marketing & Communications
Nottingham Hospitals Charity

“ Thank you for the amazing job you did to help us recruit such fabulous team members ”

Susan Glasgow
Chief Executive Officer
Variety
11/03/24
Transformational Philanthropy Manager
University of Manchester

“ With your help we really picked a star as our new Chief Executive Officer ”

Mark von Dadelszen
President
Prostate Cancer Foundation NZ
11/03/24
Philanthropy Manager Innovation
University of Manchester

“ I have dealt with many agencies and you are by far up there with the very best ”

Sarah Scott
Recruitment Business Partner Advancement
University of Sydney
Portfolio
Head of Development
Auckland Museum

“ It was due to Execucare’s network that I believe we have selected an outstanding candidate. ”

Amanda Stanes
Director of Advancement
Auckland Grammar School
Portfolio
Head of Philanthropy
Benenden School

“ We have appreciated your focus and advice through the process ”

Bruce Waldin
Partnership & Fundraising Director
Christians Against Poverty
Portfolio
Trusts & Foundations Manager
Chatsworth House Trust

“ Execucare provided a highly professional and supportive service during a recent search. ”

Nicole Newman
Fundraising Consultant
Old Royal Naval College
Portfolio
Philanthropy Manager
SOAS University of London

“ Execucare do a brilliant job connecting charities with the right people and we're very grateful for their support ”

Ash Perrin
Founder
Flying Seagull Project
Portfolio
Head of Strategic Philanthropy
University of Glasgow

“ You presented us with excellent candidates and we are delighted with the outcome. It was great to work with you. ”

Lesley Mynett-Johnson
Head of Strategic Relationships
Starship Foundation
Portfolio
Senior Development Manager
University of Leeds

“ I am delighted with the results and have no hesitation in recommending Execucare. ”

Norman Barrett
Chief Executive
Worldwide Cancer Research
Portfolio
Philanthropy Director
Auckland Foundation

“ Everyone at Execucare are so professional and thorough. I would recommend you in a heartbeat ”

Farah Williamson
Director of Gulf & Strategic Partnerships
Plan International Canada
Portfolio
Fundraising Manager
Christ Church Cathedral Reinstatement Project

“ I have a lot of experience of working with executive search agents and found Mairi and her team at Execucare among the best ”

Chris Cobb
Pro Vice-Chancellor
University of London
Portfolio
Executive Head UK Office
St John of Jerusalem Eye Hospital Group

“ Execucare are highly professional and know the market well, and are a firm I would certainly recommend. ”

Richard Anthony
Bursar
Jesus College Cambridge
Portfolio
Director of Development
Lady Margaret Hall

“ I am very happy to recommend their work ... we were delighted with the whole process ”

Evangelia Henderson
Chief Executive
Breast Cancer Foundation NZ
Portfolio
Development Director
Eltham College

“ You really did a fantastic job and I'm glad we were able to work with you on it. ”

Tim Seamans
Director of External Relations
University of Liverpool
Portfolio
Philanthropy Manager
Royal Horticultural Society

“ Execucare were able to offer us frank benchmarking advice based on their knowledge of the sector, which was invaluable for decision-making ”

Alison Woolley
Director of Development & Alumni Relations
Goldsmiths University of London
Portfolio
Head of Development
Dogs Trust Ireland

“ Execucare are valued supporters of CASE and the CASE Graduate Trainee Scheme. ”

Leigh Cleghorn
Deputy Director
CASE
Portfolio
Strategic Director of Principal Gifts
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland

“ She is a wonderful asset to the team so thank you for all your work in bringing her to the Philharmonia ”

Jennifer Suggitt
Director of Development
Philharmonia
Portfolio
Director of Development
Fitzwilliam College

“ Execucare seek to cater to our specific needs and are a pleasure to work with. ”

Alison Traub
Executive Director of Development & Alumni Relations
University of Cambridge
Portfolio
Director of Development
Southbank Centre

“ Execucare are a genuine pleasure to work with. ”

Gerald Ellison
Bursar
The Perse School
Portfolio
Director of Development
Weizmann UK

“ Execucare have been a pleasure to work with and they have guided us through this recruitment process seamlessly and professionally ”

Ralph Elika
Director
Liston College
Portfolio
Philanthropy Manager
Chatsworth House