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We have developed an unrivalled understanding of the needs of not-for-profit organisations.


We pioneered executive search in the not-for-profit sector, taking the best of commercial headhunting and turning it into the right process needed for the sector. Many others have followed us but 30 years later that same honest and open approach we started tells us the not-for-profit sector appreciates and trusts us.

About Us
20/05/24
Deputy Director Fundraising Communications
Nottingham Hospitals Charity

“ A great recruit from a great recruiter! ”

Gail McIntyre
Fundraising Manager
Heart Foundation New Zealand
29/04/24
Director of Human Resources
Shrewsbury School

“ Execucare are highly professional and know the market well, and are a firm I would certainly recommend. ”

Richard Anthony
Bursar
Jesus College Cambridge
Head of Philanthropy Asia
University of Manchester

“ Execucare are valued supporters of CASE and the CASE Graduate Trainee Scheme. ”

Leigh Cleghorn
Deputy Director
CASE
29/04/24
Director of External Relations
Ark

“ I am delighted with the results and have no hesitation in recommending Execucare. ”

Norman Barrett
Chief Executive
Worldwide Cancer Research
08/06/24
Head of Institutional Fundraising
Royal Horticultural Society

“ I really was so lucky to have you as the consultant on this one (they aren't all like you ...)! ”

Kate Love
Development Director
Felsted School
Portfolio
Director of Philanthropy
Cambridge Arts Theatre

“ She is a wonderful asset to the team so thank you for all your work in bringing her to the Philharmonia ”

Jennifer Suggitt
Director of Development
Philharmonia
Portfolio
Head of Individual Giving
Royal Horticultural Society

“ I couldn’t have asked for anymore. I don’t know how you manage it and know us so well - but you did it again! ”

Helen Walker
Deputy Director Philanthropy & Corporate Partnerships
Dogs Trust
Portfolio
Head of Development
Auckland Museum

“ Execucare were able to offer us frank benchmarking advice based on their knowledge of the sector, which was invaluable for decision-making ”

Alison Woolley
Director of Development & Alumni Relations
Goldsmiths University of London
Portfolio
Head of Philanthropy
Benenden School

“ I have dealt with many agencies and you are by far up there with the very best ”

Sarah Scott
Recruitment Business Partner Advancement
University of Sydney
Portfolio
Trusts & Foundations Manager
Chatsworth House Trust

“ Execucare have helped shape our team, finding great candidates for senior Philanthropy, Operations and Corporate Development roles. ”

Natasha Harris
Director of Development
The Old Vic
Portfolio
Philanthropy Manager
SOAS University of London

“ You really did a fantastic job and I'm glad we were able to work with you on it. ”

Tim Seamans
Director of External Relations
University of Liverpool
Portfolio
Head of Strategic Philanthropy
University of Glasgow

“ I am very happy to recommend their work ... we were delighted with the whole process ”

Evangelia Henderson
Chief Executive
Breast Cancer Foundation NZ
Portfolio
Head of Global Philanthropy
University of Manchester

“ It was due to Execucare’s network that I believe we have selected an outstanding candidate. ”

Amanda Stanes
Director of Advancement
Auckland Grammar School
Portfolio
Director of Advancement
University of Canterbury

“ We have appreciated your focus and advice through the process ”

Bruce Waldin
Partnership & Fundraising Director
Christians Against Poverty
Portfolio
Head of Philanthropy
Royal College of Music

“ Everyone at Execucare are so professional and thorough. I would recommend you in a heartbeat ”

Farah Williamson
Director of Gulf & Strategic Partnerships
Plan International Canada
Portfolio
Director of Development
Lady Margaret Hall

“ With your help we really picked a star as our new Chief Executive Officer ”

Mark von Dadelszen
President
Prostate Cancer Foundation NZ
Portfolio
Development Director
Eltham College

“ Thank you for putting together such an outstanding field of candidates - we were so impressed ”

Sarah Cook
Head of Major Gifts
King's College London
Portfolio
Philanthropy Manager
Royal Horticultural Society

“ We were delighted with having to make a difficult choice between 3 very appointable candidates. ”

Karen Heaton
Director of Human Resources
University of Manchester
Portfolio
Head of Development
Dogs Trust Ireland

“ I have a lot of experience of working with executive search agents and found Mairi and her team at Execucare among the best ”

Chris Cobb
Pro Vice-Chancellor
University of London
Portfolio
Strategic Director of Principal Gifts
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland

“ Execucare has done everything I’d hoped for, and more. Thank You! ”

TJ Rawlinson
Director of Development & Alumni Relations
Cardiff University
Portfolio
Director of Development
Fitzwilliam College

“ I have no reservation in recommending their services to other organisations. ”

Mark Bentley
Director Alumni Relations & Development
University of Auckland
Portfolio
Head of Marketing & Communications
The Lowry

“ Execucare are a genuine pleasure to work with. ”

Gerald Ellison
Bursar
The Perse School
Portfolio
Head of Development
National Museums Scotland

“ I was pleased with how you represented the candidates and each of their strengths, things to look out, etc ”

Barbara Cathcart
Chief Executive
Nottingham Hospitals Charity
Portfolio
Head of High Value Fundraising Support Services
Dogs Trust

“ We were pleased to have had the support and services of Execucare. ”

Deborah Swallow
Director
The Courtauld Institute of Art
Portfolio
Senior Development Officer
University of Manchester