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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
13/09/24
Associate Development Director Principal Gifts
St John's College Oxford

“ 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
23/09/23
Head of Development
National Museums Scotland

“ Jamie and I admired your style - professional, diligent, honest and emotionally intelligent ”

Will Hutton
Principal
Hertford College Oxford
Portfolio
Corporate Philanthropy Manager
Royal Horticultural Society

“ I had no hesitation in asking Execucare for support in the recruitment of three highly specialist roles for The National Gallery ”

James Beardsworth-Shaw
Head of Commercial Services
The National Gallery
Portfolio
Director of Philanthropy
Cambridge Arts Theatre

“ 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
Senior Major Gift Fundraiser
King's College London

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

Nicole Newman
Fundraising Consultant
Old Royal Naval College
Portfolio
Director of Development
Royal Northern College of Music

“ Execucare took time to truly understand our role, our culture and priorities. ”

Susan Shutter
Pro Vice Chancellor & Director of Human Resources
Regent’s University London
Portfolio
Strategic Director of Principal Gifts
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland

“ 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
Head of Fundraising
Isabel Hospice

“ Execucare has done everything I’d hoped for, and more. Thank You! ”

TJ Rawlinson
Director of Development & Alumni Relations
Cardiff University
Portfolio
Head of Marketing & Communications
Nottingham Hospitals Charity

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

Mark von Dadelszen
President
Prostate Cancer Foundation NZ
Portfolio
Head of Philanthropy
Royal College of Music

“ 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
Portfolio
Director of Development
Lady Margaret Hall

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

Karen Heaton
Director of Human Resources
University of Manchester
Portfolio
Head of Development
Dogs Trust Ireland

“ I was pleased with how you represented the candidates and each of their strengths, things to look out, etc ”

Barbara Cathcart
Chief Executive
Nottingham Hospitals Charity
Portfolio
Director of Development
Southbank Centre

“ 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
Director of Development
Haberdashers Elstree

“ 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
Fundraising Manager Girls Rights UK
Plan International UK

“ We were pleased to have had the support and services of Execucare. ”

Deborah Swallow
Director
Courtauld Institute of Art
Portfolio
Executive Head UK Office
St John of Jerusalem Eye Hospital Group

“ 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
Portfolio
Head of Individual Giving
Royal Horticultural Society

“ 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
Fundraising Consultant
Living Paintings

“ Execucare have helped shape our team, finding great candidates for senior Philanthropy, Operations and Corporate Development roles. ”

Natasha Harris
Director of Development
The Old Vic
Portfolio
Prospect Research Manager
Eton College

“ 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
Portfolio
Senior Development Manager
University of Leeds

“ 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 Development
Garden Museum

“ 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
Deputy Development Director Philanthropy
St John's College

“ 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
Senior Philanthropy Manager
Royal Horticultural Society

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

Susan Glasgow
Chief Executive Officer
Variety
Portfolio
Global Director of Philanthropy
R&A

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

Bruce Waldin
Partnership & Fundraising Director
Christians Against Poverty
Portfolio
Development Director
Pembroke College