Executive Search
Built for SMEs

We’re transforming how SMEs approach executive search by:

  • Using the latest recruitment technology to run complete searches and unearth the very best talent – going far beyond the ‘black book’.
  • Delivering industry leading insight and value add as part of our searches.
  • Providing a highly tailored, confidential and personal experience.

Our Mission

To build world class leadership teams with the potential to grow world class businesses.

Who We Are

We understand that you don’t hire at this level very often… and that when you do you need to get it right first time

Powered by Instant Impact, the award-winning Talent Solutions provider for SMEs, we deploy leading recruitment technology and Talent Intelligence to ensure we identify the right talent based on facts, not just intuition.

Our Specialisms

Technology & Transformation Chief Technology Officers,
Chief Transformation Officers,
Data Directors and more…
HR & People Chief People Officers, CHROs,
HR Directors and more…
Sales & Marketing Chief Revenue Officers,
Chief Marketing Officers,
Sales Directors and more…
Operations & Delivery Chief Operations Officers,
Managing Directors,
Operations Directors and more…
Finance Chief Financial Officers,
Group Financial Controllers,
Finance Directors and more…
Legal Partners, Group General Counsel,
Legal Directors and more…

Who Our Clients Are

Candidates

Whether we’ve known you for years or are speaking with you for the first time, we are committed to building strong and lasting relationships within our talented community by sharing relevant opportunities, insights, news, and innovations.

We also offer an exceptional series of events in the UK and USA.

Our Approach

Executive search hasn’t changed much in 30 years. Relying on a black book of contacts overlooks the best fit for a role.

While networks are useful, they’re just a small part of modern search. We take a scientific approach, using Talent Intelligence, market mapping, and our Centres of Excellence to find the right candidates, ensuring your business gets exactly what it needs—first time.

Why Choose Us

  • Unique blend of proprietary and open-source AI talent identification and screening tools
    – going far beyond mapping networks to promote ED&I
  • Multi-channel sequencing: Grabbing the attention of people who aren’t actively looking to move.
  • Assessment solutions: Removing bias and focusing on your specific needs
  • Data led market insight to challenge your preconceptions of what the right hire is
  • Salary & benefits benchmarking to ensure you don’t miss the mark
  • Bespoke reports on every search so you know exactly what’s happening in your business & your market.
  • Every search is different – we tailor our searches to you and your specific needs
  • Our experienced Exec Search leaders will provide a white glove experience to you and your candidates
  • Hiring treated with absolute confidence and discretion from initial consultation to post-hire reporting

Our Values

Be Proud Proud of our work and the positive experiences we deliver Build Trust Transparent & respectful, seeking out new ways to add value. Embrace Innovation We continuously seek new ways to enhance our search processes and deliver better results for our clients. Win Together We win in partnership with our colleagues, clients and candidates.

Get In Touch

Whether you are looking to find you next leader or seeking new opportunities, Impact X is here to help. Contact us today to learn more about how!