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Technology & Digital Executive Search
Robert Walters is one of the UK’s leading technology executive search firms, Robert Walters connects organisations with senior technology and digital leaders who drive innovation, transformation and sustainable business growth. Our expertise spans digital executive search, information technology executive search, and wider C-suite leadership appointments across the UK's evolving technology sector.
Executive search for technology and digital leaders
The UK's technology sector continues to evolve at pace as organisations respond to advances in artificial intelligence, cloud computing, cybersecurity, data analytics and digital transformation. Across industries, businesses are seeking leaders who can harness emerging technologies, navigate disruption and deliver long-term competitive advantage.
Drawing on deep expertise across the UK's technology landscape, our technology executive search specialists partner with organisations ranging from high-growth start-ups and scale-ups to FTSE-listed businesses, private equity-backed companies and global enterprises. We identify and secure exceptional leaders across technology, digital, product, data and transformation functions.
As organisations accelerate investment in AI, cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure and digital innovation, demand continues to grow for executives who can combine technical expertise with commercial leadership. Through our digital executive search capability, we help businesses appoint leaders who can drive innovation, lead transformation and deliver measurable business outcomes.
Using a research-led, relationship-driven approach, our information technology executive search consultants connect organisations with CTOs, CIOs, CDOs, COOs and wider executive leadership talent capable of delivering growth and organisational change.
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Our technology executive search specialists help organisations secure proven leaders across software, SaaS, fintech, cybersecurity, cloud, AI, data and digital businesses. We work closely with clients to identify executives who can lead innovation, scale operations and deliver competitive advantage.
Chief Executive Officer
CEO
The CEO is the highest-ranking executive in an organisation, responsible for setting strategic direction, driving performance and representing the business to its board, stakeholders and the market.
Chief Financial Officer
CFO
The CFO oversees the financial health of the organisation, leading financial planning, risk management, reporting and capital strategy to support sustainable growth and commercial decision-making.
Chief Technology Officer
CTO
The CTO leads the organisation's technology strategy, overseeing infrastructure, digital transformation and innovation to drive competitive advantage and operational capability.
Chief Operating Officer
COO
The COO is responsible for the day-to-day operational performance of the business, translating strategy into execution and ensuring the organisation runs efficiently and at scale.
Chief People Officer
CPO
The CPO is responsible for the organisation's people strategy, encompassing talent acquisition, culture, leadership development, employee experience and workforce planning.
Chief Commercial Officer
CCO
The CCO is responsible for revenue growth, customer acquisition and commercial strategy, aligning business objectives with market opportunities.
Chief Marketing Officer
CMO
The CMO leads brand, marketing and customer strategy, driving growth through market positioning and the development of campaigns that build brand equity, deepen audience connection and deliver measurable commercial results.
Executive assignments delivered for
Our Technology & Digital Executive Recruiters
Ben Appleton
Business Director
Manchester, United Kingdom
With 20+ years of recruitment expertise, Ben partners with engineering and manufacturing organisations to secure transformational ...
Ben Litvinoff
Associate Director
London, United Kingdom
Ben leads Robert Walters' Technology, Transformation and GTM teams across UK&I. Recognised as an RW Global High Achiever 3 times, ...
George Mellor
Business Director
Manchester, United Kingdom
George has over 14 years' experience in executive search, consultancy and workforce solutions, specialising in senior commercial, ...
Howard Green
Business Director
London, United Kingdom
Howard Green leads executive search at Robert Walters, advising boards and CEOs on senior hires, succession and growth. Former sea...
Our track record
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47
Years of combined executive search experience across our team
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80%
Of clients return to us for their next executive search
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10
Week average time to place an executive leader in a new role
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100%
Of executives we have helped would recommend our services
Our executive insights
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Anabas Case Study
Anabas, a leading Facilities Management business for corporate workplaces, were confidentially looking for a successor to their Managing Director, who was transitioning into a Chairman role. The current MD and HR Director approached four Executive Search businesses, and Robert Walters was successful
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Global Talent Solutions: Seadrill Case Study
Seadrill, a Fortune 500 company and one of the largest international offshore drilling organizations, engaged Robert Walters to act as their recruitment partner for a critical Global Tax Director search. With headquarters in Norway and plans to relocate to the UK within two to five years, Seadrill r
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European Finance Director
Our client, Dechra Pharmaceuticals, is a global leader in veterinary pharmaceuticals and related products. With operations spanning across multiple regions, Dechra focuses on delivering high-quality solutions to improve animal health and welfare. Headquartered in the UK, they have a strong presence
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At Robert Walters, we believe our success comes from the success of our clients and candidates. We're not just recruitment experts; we're partners in crafting your success story.
“From commencing the search to securing an accepted offer, the entire process was completed in just six weeks. For a Managing Director appointment, this was an exceptional achievement. Throughout the process, Howard maintained excellent communication, provided honest and balanced advice, and managed both candidates and stakeholders professionally and discreetly. The quality of the candidates presented was particularly impressive. Every individual introduced was credible, well-qualified and thoroughly assessed against our requirements. Howard demonstrated a strong understanding of both technical capability and cultural fit, ensuring that the shortlist reflected not only the skills required for the role but also the leadership style and values that were important to our organisation.”
Managing Director
Anabas
Fortune 500 Global Tax Director Search
"We were very pleased with the service provided by Robert Walters in our search for a new Global Tax Director. More specifically, we were impressed by their great ability to understand us as a client, including our culture, needs, and our industry. We felt that Robert Walters prioritized Seadrill’s requirements and kept in constant communication with us. The result has been that we have found an excellent resource and the process was made very simple."
“Robert Walters is truly great at their job—knowledgeable, supportive, and able to strike the right balance in communication, keeping you informed throughout the process at the right time and in the right way. They are genuinely focused on achieving the best outcome for all parties, and I have no hesitation in recommending them.”
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Our Executive Search team
Robert Walters Executive Search is the UK's specialist partner for C-suite, senior leadership and board appointments. We connect some of the UK's most influential organisations with the exceptional leaders they need to grow, transform and lead, combining deep market expertise with the reach of one of the world's most trusted talent solutions businesses.FAQs
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What is executive search for technology and digital organisations?
Technology executive search and digital executive search are specialist recruitment services focused on identifying, attracting and securing senior leadership talent across the technology sector. This includes C-suite executives and senior leaders responsible for technology, digital transformation, product development, data, operations and commercial strategy.
Unlike traditional recruitment, executive search uses a targeted and research-led methodology to engage highly sought-after leaders who are often not actively seeking new opportunities.
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What are the current executive hiring trends in the UK's technology and digital sector?
Demand for experienced technology and digital leaders remains high across the UK, particularly for executives with expertise in AI, cybersecurity, cloud transformation, digital strategy, data and product leadership.
Technology executive search is increasingly focused on leaders who can combine technical expertise with strong commercial decision-making and measurable business impact. Similarly, digital executive search activity continues to increase as organisations invest in customer experience, digital products, automation and transformation programmes.
As competition for senior talent intensifies, organisations are prioritising executives who can successfully lead change, build high-performing teams and deliver sustainable growth in rapidly evolving markets.
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What is the difference between hiring technology executives in London and other UK technology hubs?
London remains the UK's largest technology market and is home to a diverse ecosystem of global technology companies, scale-ups, fintech businesses and investors. Executive hiring is often focused on growth, innovation, digital transformation and international expansion.
Other major technology centres, including Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, Bristol, Edinburgh and Cambridge, each offer distinct talent markets with strengths in software development, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, digital innovation and life sciences. Hiring priorities and talent availability can vary significantly depending on location, sector and growth objectives, making a tailored approach to technology executive search important when hiring at the senior level.
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What are the benefits of partnering with an executive search firm?
Access to top talent: Partnering with an executive search firm provides access to extensive leadership networks and highly qualified candidates who may not be actively seeking new opportunities.
Industry expertise: Specialist executive search firms offer market insight, sector expertise and rigorous candidate assessment processes, helping organisations identify leaders with the right skills, experience and cultural fit.
Streamlined recruitment: Executive search partners manage sourcing, engagement, assessment and shortlisting, allowing organisations to focus on their core business while reducing hiring risk.
Strategic advantage: Securing exceptional executive talent can create a significant competitive advantage, helping organisations accelerate growth, lead transformation and strengthen leadership capability.