About Us

Connecting talented people, creating enduring relationships.

We are the communications, policy, and advocacy headhunters, an employee-owned boutique search firm. We work across the economy and society to help you hire the most senior communication leaders and everyone who reports to them. Our expert consultants connect talented people with the most exciting roles. Our unparalleled industry knowledge, extensive directory of contacts, and fairness in price are why our clients continue to partner with us.

In addition to our search and recruitment services, we provide consultancy for corporate affairs and communications departments on team structures and skills gaps; psychometric profiling to support development, succession planning, and restructuring; talent mapping and pipeline management; ED&I reporting; talent partnerships and RPO programmes.

Our purpose is to create important and enduring relationships. We promise to connect talented people, smoothly and efficiently. 

Our Practices

Executive Search Practice

Our Executive Search Practice is dedicated to sourcing top-tier executives who drive strategic impact in communications, policy, and advocacy. 

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Corporate & Regulatory Practice

Our Corporate & Regulatory Practice connects you with top talent in communications, policy, and public affairs, tailored for your sector.

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Membership Practice

Our Membership Practice specialises in recruiting top professionals for trade associations and professional bodies, from CEOs to entry-level roles.

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Health & NFP Practice

Our Health & NFP Practice excels in recruiting for marketing, communications, policy, and public affairs roles across the health and not-for-profit sectors.

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Want to delve a little deeper?

Take a look at our hand-picked team of talented consultants. Interested in joining us? Speak with us about our open positions at Ellwood Atfield, after all, hiring is what we do!