Wendy Gray

Managing Director | Head of Carter Murray

UK

• Commerce and industry
• Communications
• Digital marketing
• Marketing
• Managing Director

• +44 20 7332 9591
• wendygray@cartermurray.com
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Wendy heads up Carter Murray in the UK, which focuses on recruitment within marketing, digital, sales, communications, business development and investor relations on an interim and permanent basis. She has been in the recruitment industry since 1997 and over this time has worked at leading international firms in both consulting and managerial roles. Her experience stretches across multiple industry sectors and functions, and she has an exceptional track record of successfully executing complex assignments from manager to the chief marketing officer level.

Why marketing leaders fail in PE-backed companies and how to avoid the wrong hire

• Posted January 29, 2026

Private equity-backed portfolio companies across the UK face a unique challenge. They need marketing leaders who can make an immediate impact while navigating high growth environments, shifting priorities and intense investor expectations. Yet despite the demand for strong marketing leadership in private equity, many companies still experience failed hires or misaligned appointments. The core issue […]

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 […]

Creating inclusive workplaces: the role of reasonable adjustments in attracting top talent

• Posted September 2, 2025

Maintaining an inclusive workplace is no longer optional – it is a strategic imperative. For senior HR and talent acquisition professionals, building an inclusive environment goes beyond compliance. It’s about embracing the full potential of a diverse workforce, supporting mental health and positioning your organisation as an employer of choice. What are reasonable adjustments? Reasonable […]

Let your CMO lead and watch your business grow

• Posted July 28, 2025

The role of the Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) is undergoing a transformation. Once seen as brand guardians or campaign leads, today’s CMOs are expected to be commercial leaders, customer champions and strategic partners to the CEO and CFO. Yet many organisations are still structured in ways that prevent CMOs from delivering on that promise. For […]