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Executive HR Search & Advisory

We find mission critical HR leaders for high growth life science, technology, and VC backed companies.

From permanent CHROs to fractional and interim solutions — we partner with boards and C-suites to place the people leadership your next stage demands.

320+
Senior Placements
20
Countries Served
95%
Retention Rate
18+
Years of Expertise

Trusted by leading organisations across every sector

NASDAQ Technology Co.FTSE 100 RetailerPE-Backed FinTechSeries C Health-TechMultinational FMCGProfessional ServicesLeading Logistics GroupLife Sciences
What We Do

Tailored solutions for every stage of HR leadership

Executive Search

Retained search for CHRO, CPO, VP HR, and senior HR leadership roles across all sectors and geographies.

  • CHRO & CPO appointments
  • HR Director & VP-level
  • Board advisory placements
  • Global & regional mandates

Interim HR

Proven senior HR professionals deployed rapidly to lead through transitions, transformations, and critical periods.

  • Rapid deployment
  • M&A integration support
  • Transformation leadership
  • Maternity & gap cover

Fractional HR

Part-time, portfolio-style HR leadership for scaling businesses that need senior expertise without full-time overhead.

  • Scale-up HR leadership
  • Portfolio CHRO model
  • Cost-effective seniority
  • Flexible engagement

Day One Hiring Engine

Supporting early stage venture capital and private equity-backed companies to scale their hiring engine and reduce agency reliance.

  • Hiring strategy & design
  • Talent acquisition support
  • Agency cost reduction
  • Scalable hiring infrastructure
Why ElevateHR

Why clients choose us

Clients return to us not just because we find the right person — but because we understand what "right" means for their organisation, culture, and moment in time.

01

HR-Only Specialists

We work exclusively within the HR function. Every search, every conversation, every relationship is built inside this world — giving us unmatched depth, credibility, and access.

02

A Truly Human Approach

We invest in relationships, not transactions. Our consultants bring candour, care, and long-term partnership to every mandate — with clients and candidates alike.

03

Speed Without Compromise

Senior interim leaders deployed within days. Permanent searches completed in weeks, not months. We move with urgency and precision — because great organisations cannot afford to wait.

Modern architecture representing our structured approach
95%
Client retention rate
Why ElevateHR

The HR search firm that truly understands the function

We are specialists, not generalists. For over 18 years, we've focused exclusively on human resources leadership — from CHROs at Fortune 500s to the first People hire at high-growth start-ups. Our consultants have walked in the shoes of the leaders they place.

Deep HR function expertise — it's all we do
Global reach with local market intelligence
Board-level relationships and referral networks
Rigorous, research-led assessment methodology
Our Consultants

Meet the team behind every placement

David Bell

David Bell

VP Talent & Partner
CHRO & CPO Search · Board Advisory

20+ years in HR leadership at publicly traded companies and executive search. Former Head of Talent himself, David brings firsthand insight to every C-suite mandate he leads.

Ben Dodd

Ben Dodd

VP Talent Interim & Partner
Interim HR · PE-Backed Businesses

20+ years in HR leadership at both Private and Publicly traded companies and executive search, expertise in Interim placements. Trusted by boards for the most sensitive mandates.

Candidate Assurance

Research, Assessment & Background Checks
Candidate Outreach & Quality checks

Dedicated professionals ensuring we locate, assess, and check the background of great talent.

Our Process

A proven approach to finding exceptional talent

01

Discovery & Alignment

We immerse ourselves in your business context, culture, and strategic ambition to define the ideal leadership profile.

02

Research & Mapping

Leveraging our global HR network and proprietary data, we identify and approach the strongest candidates in the market.

03

Assessment & Shortlist

Rigorous evaluation through structured interviews, psychometric tools, and deep reference checks to present a curated shortlist.

04

Placement & Integration

We support the offer process and provide onboarding advisory to ensure a smooth transition and long-term success.

Our Insights

Perspectives on HR leadership

Building the First HR Function: A Founder's Guide to People Leadership
Advisory8 min read

Building the First HR Function: A Founder's Guide to People Leadership

Most founders wait too long to hire their first senior HR leader. Here's how to know when you're ready, what to look for, and how to set them up to succeed.

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What the Best CHRO Candidates Look For in Their Next Role
Executive Search6 min read

What the Best CHRO Candidates Look For in Their Next Role

After hundreds of conversations with senior HR leaders, we know exactly what makes the best candidates say yes — and what makes them walk away.

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Why More Scale-Ups Are Choosing Fractional CHROs Over Full-Time Hires
Fractional HR5 min read

Why More Scale-Ups Are Choosing Fractional CHROs Over Full-Time Hires

Access to board-level HR thinking without a full-time salary. We explore the model that's reshaping how high-growth companies build their people function.

Read more
For Candidates

Looking for your next role in HR?

Whether you're a CHRO exploring your next chapter, an HR Director ready to step up, or a specialist seeking an interim or fractional opportunity — we work with the best HR talent in the world. Let's talk.

Confidential conversations

All candidate interactions are handled with complete discretion. Your interest in exploring the market stays private.

Global HR network

Access mandates spanning CHRO, VP People, HR Director, HRBP, Interim and Fractional roles across every geography.

Register your profile

Share your CV once. We'll proactively match you to relevant searches and keep you informed of opportunities that fit.

Client Voices

Trusted by leaders who demand excellence

"ElevateHR understood our culture and strategic direction from day one. They presented candidates we would never have found ourselves — and our new CHRO has been transformative."

CEO
Global Technology Company

"Their fractional HR model allowed us to access seasoned leadership at a critical growth stage. The impact was immediate and lasting."

Founder & CEO
Series B FinTech

"The depth of their HR network is unmatched. Within three weeks, we had a shortlist of exceptional candidates for our VP People role across EMEA."

Group CHRO
FTSE 250 Retailer
Get in Touch

Let's start a conversation

Whether you're looking for your next HR leader, exploring advisory support, or considering interim and fractional solutions — we'd love to hear from you.

Phone
+1 (207) 420-5420
Offices
London · Portland · Melbourne