Increasing diversity of thought in leadership teams and future boardrooms
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Increasing diversity of thought in leadership teams and boardrooms
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Be You
About us
Instinctiv is a boutique executive search firm that works with local and global businesses who would like to increase diversity of thought in their leadership teams.
We do this by using many years of experience and by being a specialist, flexible and trusted executive search partner; securing transformational and diverse leaders who can drive growth.
Instinctiv was founded by Melanie Clark who is passionate about increasing diversity of thought in future boardrooms. She and her team do this by spending time with clients and key stakeholders – to really listen and understand the vision, challenges and culture. We then work together to solve problems and find solutions.
Our bespoke executive search process ensures there is a balanced search and shortlist, using extensive mapping, market intelligence, referral partners and referencing. We also work with leadership, advisory, organisational design consultants, and coaches if a client may benefit from these services… prior to, or instead of, embarking on an executive search.
Our Values
Passion
Unwavering commitment and enthusiasm towards clearly defined outcomes
Trust
Collaboration and transparency are at the heart of our relationships
Trust
Collaboration and transparency are at the heart of our relationships
Integrity
An ethical and human-centric approach
Differentiators
Differentiators
Sectors
Tech
Extensive experience of working with digital, technology and IT services businesses looking for leaders who can transform the business from a group, regional or divisional level.
Instinctiv strives to ensure a balanced search, we work particularly with many women in technology and are supporting the diversity movement in the sector.
Positions include:
Chief Financial Officers
Directors Financial Planning & Analysis
Group Financial Controller
Finance Directors
Sales Directors
Chief Growth & Revenue Officer
Managing Directors
Media
Instinctiv has over 15 years’ experience of securing talent in global media, marketing, advertising, and digital.
We have an extensive and global network and support both clients and candidates on their growth journeys.
Positions include:
Local, regional or global CFO’s
Finance Director
Group Financial Controller
Director Financial Planning & Analysis
Chief Client Officers
Chief Growth Officers
Chief Creative Officers
Chief Commercials Officers
Healthcare
Instinctiv has a track record of working with private and listed global healthcare and logistics businesses; to source leaders who can drive increases in revenue, transform and inspire others.
Positions include:
Chief Revenue Officer
Chief Growth Officer
Divisional or Regional Managing Directors
Chief Financial Officers
Finance Director
Group Financial Controller
Director Financial Planning & Analysis
Multi-site
Retail, hospitality and leisure often require individuals with multi-site experience to manage assets, lead investment case reviews, drive M&A and increase EBITDA.
Instinctiv has worked with listed and private businesses to introduce candidates who can drive shareholder value and a sustainable business model.
Positions include:
Chief Financial Officer
Chief Development Officer
Chief Operating Officer
Director of M&A
Finance Director
Group Financial Controller
Director Financial Planning & Analysis
Sport
Instinctiv has placed a number of individuals into sport related organisations. These include sports marketing, media, broadcast and governing bodies.
She and her team work hard to find leaders who bring commercial and sporting expertise to the different types of organisations in the world sport.
Positions include:
Chief Financial Officer
Chief Operating Officer
Managing Director
Chief Growth Officers
Finance Director
Group Financial Controller
Director Financial Planning & Analysis
Plc
We have worked hard to develop a talented network of diverse finance leaders who excel in Plc’s.
Instinctiv knows the intricacies of what is involved when leading finance teams in a listed environment – as well as IPO readiness, dual-listing and SPACS.
Positions include:
Chief Financial Officer
Group Financial Controller
Finance Director
Director Financial Planning & Analysis
Functions
Finance
Chief Financial Officer
Group Finance Director
Group Financial Controller
Director/Head of Financial Planning & Analysis
Finance Director
Director M&A
Director of Finance transformation
General Management
Managing Director
Country General Manager
Regional Managing Director
Operations
Chief Operating Officer
Commercial
Chief Revenue Officer
Chief Growth Officer
Chief Client Officer
Sales Director
Managing Director
Chief Business Officer
Instinctiv works with SME and international businesses and will either help the executive committee or the levels below depending on the size of the organisation.
Client Testimonials
Instinctiv successfully completed our Director of Finance search. Mel’s ability to listen and very quickly understand what we are looking for in a candidate sets her apart and helps explain why she presented us with a shortlist of such outstanding candidates.
Her management of all stakeholders was extremely impressive. Her tenacity ensured the process ran smoothly, whilst also ensuring the candidates had a positive experience.
I would highly recommend Instinctiv as a partner for any business, looking for a senior hire.
Global CFO
NYSE Listed Sports Data & Technology Global business
Instinctiv has completed a Group CFO search and Group Finance Director search for my previous and current companies. They provided two excellent shortlists and subsequently two excellent candidates. The attention to detail, consultative approach, clarity and transparency are extremely refreshing. Instinctiv provides a service above and beyond.
CEO
PE backed large hospitality group
Instinctiv successfully completed FD and country CFO searches for us. She takes the time to listen and partner with the business, and candidates, with care.
EMEA CFO
US Listed Marcoms Network
This year Instinctiv has done a fantastic job on three searches for two listed businesses that I sit on the board of. The candidates have been first class. Instinctiv listen and collaborate incredibly well with all stakeholders, providing invaluable candidate insights and referencing. I can’t recommend Instinctiv enough for executive level searches.
NED
FTSE 250 & AIM listed Plc’s
Instinctiv are a huge contributor in my talent plans. I have worked with Mel for a number of years on senior roles where I need to evolve my team. Her ability to nail the brief, her candidate proposal suggestions and her advice on best cultural fit in deciding on the final candidate dates is second to none. A complete delight to work with.
CFO
Global Data & Insights Plc
Candidate Testimonials
Mel placed me as into an EMEA CFO position. She got to know me ahead of any meetings with the client to make sure I was a good fit for their requirements, both from a skillset and personal perspective. She provided me with useful background into the role as well as insights into the people conducting interviews. The process was extremely thorough, I was well briefed and received timely feedback.
Following my appointment, I had regularly follow up calls, checking the placement was working out as planned and continues to do so.
EMEA CFO
US Listed Marcoms Network
Instinctiv recently helped me secure a senior role at a fast-growing US-listed business based in London. Instinctiv were an absolute pleasure to work with from start to finish.
The attention to detail and client care were second to none. I was always kept incredibly well informed, well briefed and prepared for every step of the process. What I valued most was the honesty and coaching along the way to make sure not only was I right for the role but that the role was the right fit for me, my career and my goals.
Director of Finance
NYSE Listed sports technology business
I can’t hold the candidate experience I had with Instinctiv in high enough regard. I was kept updated throughout, provided detailed information on the role, opportunity, challenges and culture. I was provided brilliant coaching through the move from my current company.
Director of Group Finance
PE backed global streaming business
Clients
NED Development
Melanie has worked for a number of years helping aspiring Non-Execs. She advises on how to look for a role, how to create a Non-Exec specific CV and by holding Non-Exec development seminars.
Melanie has worked for a number of years helping aspiring Non-Execs. She advises on how to look for a role, how to create a Non-Exec specific CV and by holding Non-Exec development seminars.
These are held every six months with Liz Smith (previously Director of Non-Executive Development at PwC) along with a number of experienced Chairs and Non-Execs.
To date more than 300 executives have benefited from the seminars, coaching and advice. With many going on to secure exciting Non-Exec positions.
Topics covered:
• How to look for your first or second Non-Exec position
• What due-diligence you should do
• CV advice
• How to present yourself
• Advice on fees, time expectations, key experience boards look for and how to differentiate yourself
• Plus answers to many more commonly asked questions
These are held every six months with Liz Smith (previously Director of Non-Executive Development at PwC) along with a number of experienced Chairs and Non-Execs.
To date more than 300 executives have benefited from the seminars, coaching and advice. With many going on to secure exciting Non-Exec positions.
Topics covered:
• How to look for your first or second Non-Exec position
• What due-diligence you should do
• CV advice
• How to present yourself
• Advice on fees, time expectations, key experience boards look for and how to differentiate yourself
• Plus answers to many more commonly asked questions
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