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Portman Scott is a London-based executive search and recruitment firm founded in 2012 by directors Bernard Howard and Bridie Cunningham to help high-growth SMEs and scaling technology businesses hire leaders who drive measurable impact. With deep firsthand experience building and running companies, the team approaches every mandate as business people first, focusing on understanding each client’s goals, culture, and market dynamics before activating targeted search. Their Next Generation Search (NGS) methodology combines client-specific knowledge with tailored behavioural and competency-based assessments to shortlist only the most relevant, high-calibre candidates, a quality-first approach reflected in their statistic that more than 83% of candidates are invited to second interview. Portman Scott partners with founders, CEOs, and leadership teams to recruit critical roles such as Managing Director, Operations Director, Sales and Marketing Director, Commercial Director, Chief Technology Officer, and VP of Engineering, advising on salary levels, organisational structure, and the profiles most likely to accelerate growth. The firm augments the hiring experience with secure client microsites that centralise CVs and candidate profiles for multi-user, multi-location collaboration, reducing email sprawl and speeding decision-making. For candidates, Portman Scott provides thorough preparation, transparent feedback, and guidance throughout the process to ensure the role, culture, and challenge align, aiming for long-term retention and immediate contributions. Testimonials from media, technology, and private equity–backed companies highlight the team’s targeted headhunting, commercial understanding, and balanced advice. As members of the REC and Helm, Portman Scott adheres to professional standards while staying closely connected with the UK’s scale-up ecosystem. Whether advising a health tech startup on a first senior hire post-investment or supporting an established SME through leadership transition, Portman Scott’s blend of entrepreneurial insight, rigorous assessment, and efficient delivery helps clients save time, avoid costly mis-hires, and secure leaders who can plan, execute, and inspire.
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