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How to improve your recruitment process for marketing and communications talent

  • Posted June 16, 2026
Contents Share Key insights Many financial services employers assume hiring challenges are caused by a shortage of marketing talent. In reality, recruitment processes are often a major part of the problem.  While there’s no shortage of professionals in the market, the strongest candidates typically have multiple options. Long processes, unrealistic expectations and poor candidate experiences can quickly cause businesses to lose talent to competitors.  Improving your recruitment […]
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Marketing Manager CV guide: how to stand out in today’s market

  • Posted June 16, 2026
Contents Share Key insights You’ll need a strong CV when applying for a Marketing Manager job. In an increasingly competitive market, employers are looking for more than campaign delivery experience. They want marketing professionals who can demonstrate strategic thinking, commercial impact and leadership capability.  Today’s Marketing Managers need to demonstrate creativity, commercial awareness and measurable results. Whether you’re applying for your first Marketing Manager role or stepping into a more senior position, your CV should clearly demonstrate the value you can bring to […]

Professional services hiring in 2026: how AI, data and commercial pressure are redefining marketing and BD roles

  • Posted June 12, 2026
Contents Share The professional services market is showing signs of stabilisation after a cautious start to the year. Hiring across marketing and business development is returning, but in a much more focused and selective way. Organisations aren’t simply rebuilding teams but redefining what good looks like across marketing and business development, driven by AI, automation […]

Why high application numbers don’t equal hiring success

  • Posted June 4, 2026
Contents Share A high number of job applications can feel like a clear signal that your job postings are working. Strong visibility on LinkedIn, simplified application processes and wider access to jobseekers have made it easier than ever to attract attention for marketing, communications and digital roles. But attention isn’t the same as intent. In […]

Giving back through mentorship: interview with Gemma Francis, founder and BD consultant

  • Posted May 26, 2026
Contents Share We recently launched our UK mentorship programme as part of our 25th anniversary, especially for individuals who work in marketing and business development within professional services. It’s designed to give back to the industry that’s shaped us while building a stronger, more connected professional network and supporting career development across the UK. We […]

What AI really means for marketing, sales and digital hiring globally

  • Posted May 1, 2026
Contents Share Automation and the use of AI are no longer emerging concepts for marketing professionals, sales teams and digital marketing leaders. Generative AI and AI-powered platforms are already reshaping how organisations approach marketing strategies, customer engagement and decision-making on a global scale. From AI tools supporting content creation and social media management, to machine […]

The new face of investor relations in 2026

  • Posted March 30, 2026
Investor relations in the UK is evolving faster than at any point in the last decade. Recent UK-focused analysis shows that IR is no longer seen as an administrative or regulatory disclosure role. Instead, IR is now expected to help shape corporate strategy, capital markets messaging and investor perception. The role has moved from “a […]

Why M&A experience matters for communications leaders in private equity-backed businesses

  • Posted March 23, 2026
PE-backed companies are entering a more confident phase as deal volume steadies and M&A activity returns to board agendas. As this shift accelerates, portfolio companies are relying more heavily on communications to present growth potential, protect valuation and help private equity firms and investors understand the long-term direction of the business. Expectations are expanding for […]

A CV guide for investor relations professionals

  • Posted March 10, 2026
contents For investor relations roles, employers prioritise clarity, impact and strong analytical grounding. Your CV should show what you delivered, not just what you were responsible for. It should demonstrate relevant experience, technical skills and the ability to communicate effectively with senior stakeholders and institutional investors. IR professionals often spend more time preparing investor presentations, […]

How to shorten sales hiring processes without losing quality

  • Posted February 26, 2026
Across key European markets such as the UK, Ireland, Germany and the Netherlands, sales leaders face growing pressure to fill roles quickly without sacrificing the quality of their hires. Extended hiring processes are having a direct impact on revenue for sales teams operating in these fast-moving environments. As specialist recruiters, we see where hiring processes […]

What does a Client Development Manager do in a law firm?

  • Posted January 9, 2026
The role of the Client Development Manager has become increasingly important in the modern law firm. As competition intensifies across legal services and professional services more broadly, law firms are focusing less on one‑off new business wins and more on long‑term client relationships, sustainable revenue and measurable value delivery. A Client Development Manager sits at […]

Hiring sales and marketing leaders to drive PE-backed growth

  • Posted November 19, 2025
Private equity (PE) investment brings a unique set of pressures and opportunities for high growth businesses. With ambitious value creation plans and tight timelines, the need for commercially astute leadership becomes crucial – particularly in sales and marketing.  While finance and operations often receive early attention post-investment, it’s the marketing leaders and sales strategists who are tasked with delivering the top-line […]

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Tax, treasury and senior finance recruitment

Brewer Morris is a trusted tax, treasury and senior finance search and recruitment consultancy. Through integrity, flexibility, specialist expertise and always delivering results, we’ve built lasting relationships with professionals and businesses.

In the last 12 months, Brewer Morris has placed nearly 900 tax/treasury and senior finance professionals globally. This includes 130 in leading financial institutions, over 330 in industries like media, tech, consumer and pharmaceuticals and a further 400 in professional, accounting and legal industries.

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Marketing and sales recruitment

Carter Murray is a global search and recruitment consultancy dedicated to marketing and sales. Through deep expertise within our markets, we’re consistently able to fulfil even the most complex briefs and match the best specialist to every role. 

In the last 12 months, Carter Murray has placed over 300 marketing and sales professionals globally. Half of these opportunities filled were “Head of” level and above. They have teams on on the ground in London, Dubai, New York and Dublin.

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Frazer Jones is a global HR executive search and recruitment consultancy. They recruit trusted HR professionals at every level, empowering businesses of every shape and size all over the world. They help HR professionals thrive and empower HR leaders to put people and culture at the heart of their business.

In the last 12 months, Frazer Jones’s 80+ recruiters have placed over 1300 HR professionals. This includes 300 in legal and professional services, 400 in leading financial services institutions and 600 in industries like media, tech, consumer and pharmaceuticals. 200 placements were Director/C-Suite level.

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Taylor Root is a legal, risk and compliance search and recruitment consultancy. They connect a global network of proven industry professionals with the world’s most sought-after law firms and businesses. Forming lasting partnerships, they are constantly evolving and continue to shape the world’s legal, risk and compliance markets.

Over the last 12 months, Taylor Root’s 100+ global recruiters has placed over 700 qualified Lawyers in law firms globally on permanent and secondment basis. This includes 300 in leading financial financial institutions, and over 400 in industries like media, tech, consumer and pharmaceuticals. 300 placements were Director, C-suite and Partner level. TR Plus offers legal secondments to clients to support key projects and M&A.

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