Wendy Gray

Managing Director | Head of Carter Murray

UK

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

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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.

WENDY'S INSIGHTS

The first 100 days: how commercial leaders drive value in PE-backed businesses

• Posted July 17, 2026

Contents Share Key insights Stepping into a leadership role in a private equity-backed business is very different from joining a traditional corporate. Expectations are high, timelines are shorter and commercial leaders are often expected to demonstrate impact quickly. Understanding why marketing leaders fail in PE-backed companies and how to avoid the wrong hire can also […]

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 […]

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 […]

How to help recruiters find you on LinkedIn (without your employer knowing)

• Posted May 1, 2026

If you’re exploring a new job, quietly open to new opportunities or thinking about your next step in your marketing career, recruiters need to be able to find you on LinkedIn. Recruiters use LinkedIn every day to support hiring managers and talent acquisition teams who are advertising job postings across a competitive job market. With […]