We headhunt globally for C-Level, SVP, Vice President & Executive roles
Leaders that elevate organisations and shape lasting success.
Our success is built on relentless commitment to securing the right leaders for every business we partner with. Each search is won and executed by us--no handoffs, no shortcuts.
This founder-led process is deliberately rigorous, with detailed briefing, broad market mapping, and EQ-driven assessments. The result is leaders who not only fit the role but who stay, thrive and deliver measurable impact.
That's why our clients see stronger performance, long-term stability, and leadership teams that transform businesses.
Leadership positions we search for
Chief Digital Officer
The Chief Digital Officer (CDO) is responsible for driving growth by converting traditional analog businesses to digital ones using the potential of modern online technologies and data. The CDO is also responsible for digital transformation within the organisation.
Chief Marketing Officer
The Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) is responsible for overseeing the planning, development and execution of an organisation's marketing and advertising initiatives. The CMO ensures the organisation's message is distributed across channels and to targeted audiences in order to meet sales objectives.
Chief Customer Officer
The Chief Customer Officer (CCO) is responsible for the total relationship with an organisation's customers. The CCO ensures that the customer's voice is heard and acted upon in all areas of the business, from product development to sales to customer service.
Chief Experience Officer
The Chief Experience Officer (CXO) is responsible for the overall experience of an organisation's customers, employees and other stakeholders. The CXO ensures that all touchpoints with the organisation are consistent, seamless and aligned with the brand promise.
Chief Technology Officer
The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) is responsible for overseeing the development and dissemination of technology for external customers, vendors, and other clients to help improve and increase business. The CTO is also responsible for managing the technology infrastructure within the organisation.
Chief Information Officer
The Chief Information Officer (CIO) is responsible for the overall technology strategy and direction of an organisation. The CIO ensures that the organisation's technology infrastructure is aligned with its business goals and objectives.
Senior Vice President
The Senior Vice President (SVP) is a high-level executive who is responsible for overseeing a specific business unit or function within an organisation. The SVP is responsible for developing and implementing strategies to achieve the organisation's goals and objectives.
Vice President
The Vice President (VP) is a mid-level executive who is responsible for overseeing a specific department or function within an organisation. The VP is responsible for developing and implementing strategies to achieve the organisation's goals and objectives.
"Ru, I just wanted to let you know that I have received lovely feedback about you from the candidates I have met. They speak to your warmth, people first approach, professionalism. Just wanted to share how much I appreciate that. The candidate experience, regardless of if we hire or not is so important to me and Four Seasons. Thank you."
Anna Filipopoulos, Chief People Officer, Four Seasons"Euan Andrews, CEO & Founder, Create Future The feedback from candidates has also been hugely positive about Ru & Lindsay throughout the process and their management of the search has been key to us making a successful hire."
Euan Andrews, CEO & Founder, Create FuturePrincedale in Numbers
candidates are considered per search. Clients meet the top 1.6%
success rate - our clients hire from our shortlist every time
searches at any one time, so each gets our focus
years of global headhunting experience behind every decision
years is our average tenure for our Chief & SVP hires
of our placements are women
leaders have been placed personally by Ru since Princedale began in 2012
Search that's built around you
Princedale's fine-tuned, rigorous process sets new standards in executive search - and the names speak for themselves. Aman, Explora, Four Seasons, Harrods, The Dorchester Collection, Penhaligon’s, Nike, Coca-Cola, L’Oréal, Apollo, McKinsey, L Catterton, Chelsea FC and END Clothing have all trusted us to deliver leaders who elevate their business. Explore our case studies to see how this process translates into lasting success.