Harris Hill Executive Search
Specialists in CEO and board-level appointments in the UK charity and not-for-profit sector.

Welcome to Harris Hill Executive Search
Specialists in charity and not for profit executive recruitment

Finding the right new leadership for your organisation is a big responsibility, as you’ll know if that responsibility falls to you.
Yet it's something you're unlikely to have been faced with many times, if at all, which means having to make this highly consequential decision with little precedent to draw on.
That’s exactly where we can help.
With over
30 years
of successful appointments for charities and not for profit organisations of all sizes nationwide, we bring the wealth of experience that's helped to make us an
established and trusted partner for third sector organisations seeking exceptional leadership.

“Harris Hill has provided an excellent service in our search for a new Chief Officer for our organisation. I would recommend Harris Hill within the charity sector to any potential new clients.”
Sue Jordan
Chair - Citizens Advice Bromsgrove & Redditch
Why charities choose us
We know this sector, not just recruitment.
With 30 years focused exclusively on the UK charity sector, we understand what makes charity leadership different: the balance between mission and sustainability, the scrutiny that comes with public trust, and the particular skills it takes to lead a values-driven organisation. What's more, we know the people who have those skills, because we've worked so closely with the sector throughout their career.
We take the time to understand you.
Before we open a search, we get under the skin of your organisation — its culture, its challenges, and what success will really look like in the role. That means the candidates we bring you aren't just qualified on paper; they're right for you.
We're approachable, whatever your size or budget.
You don't need to be a large, well-resourced charity to have access to a properly run search process. We work with organisations at every stage, and we'll always give you a straightforward view on what's realistic and how we can help.
We're with you every step of the way
From defining the role and building a strong, diverse candidate pool, through interviews and assessment, to offer and onboarding, we support you through every stage of the process, just as we do for those applying for the position.

A great result, guaranteed
More than 98% of the assignments we take on result in a successful appointment. In fact, we're so confident in the effectiveness of our approach that we guarantee the return of all fees if we don't find someone you're delighted to appoint, making our service risk-free.
If you'd like to find out more or discuss a forthcoming requirement, please contact Jenny Hills or Nick Shanks via the details below:
Jenny Hills, Director • 020 7820 7321 • Email Jenny
Nick Shanks, Director • 07766 538575 • Email Nick

“We were extremely satisfied with every stage of the support given by Harris Hill in concluding our search for a new CEO of Ronald McDonald Children's Charities, as their entire approach was most helpful and very well organised.“
Jeff Fergus
Chair - Ronald McDonald House Charities








