Executive Search I

Senior Technical & Specialist Leadership

The right people for senior technical leadership positions.

We specialise in identifying and appointing senior technical leaders who combine deep expertise with strategic vision. These professionals are essential to driving innovation, optimising operations, and leading complex technical projects, ensuring businesses remain at the forefront of their industries.

Building High-Impact Senior Technical Teams

The foundation of our Senior Technical Leadership Recruitment process is to identify highly skilled, results-driven specialists, individuals who excel in technical excellence while influencing business strategy. At Adderleys, we recognise that securing "The Right People" in technology, engineering, data, and other specialised fields is critical to innovation, operational efficiency, and long-term growth. Our approach ensures that every technical leader we place is strategically aligned, culturally compatible, and ready to drive measurable impact.

The Power of Self-Awareness in Leadership

A key component of our methodology is the Self-Awareness Questionnaire, an advanced assessment tool that goes beyond technical skills. This unique evaluation delves into:

  • The questionnaire gathers detailed insights into a candidate’s career trajectory, including previous roles, leadership experience, and key achievements.

  • A skills scoring system (1-10 scale) evaluates leadership traits like emotional intelligence, resilience, decision-making, adaptability, and strategic thinking. This provides a measurable leadership profile rather than relying solely on qualitative assessment.

  • Personal statements and core competencies sections help gauge leadership philosophy, cultural alignment, and career motivations, ensuring a deeper understanding of a candidate’s long-term potential.

  • Core leadership traits such as business acumen, innovation, results orientation, and integrity are assessed in a structured manner, aligning with modern leadership expectations.

  • Candidates provide insights into their key performance indicators (KPIs) in both their current and potential roles, allowing for a performance-driven assessment of leadership effectiveness.

  • The inclusion of company culture preference, management philosophy, and work environment suitability ensures candidates align with your client’s strategic and cultural goals.

What sets us apart?

Deep Technical Expertise & Industry Insight

We understand that senior technical leadership requires more than just expertise, it demands individuals who can translate complex concepts into business strategy. Our team specialises in sourcing high-calibre technical leaders across engineering, technology, data, and specialist functions, ensuring the right fit for your organisation’s needs.

Access to Exceptional Specialist Talent

With over 30 years of experience, we leverage an extensive network of senior technical professionals, including CTOs, Heads of Engineering, Directors of Data & AI, and Operational Specialists. Our targeted search methodology allows us to reach both active and passive candidates, securing the best leadership talent available.

Strategic & Cultural Alignment

Beyond technical skills, we assess candidates on their leadership capabilities, problem-solving mindset, and ability to integrate within your company’s culture. By understanding your organisational goals, industry challenges, and work environment, we ensure a seamless leadership transition.

Regional & Sector-Specific Expertise

Our strong regional presence and sector-specific knowledge allow us to identify top senior technical talent across key business hubs and emerging markets. Whether you require leaders for a growing technology team, a specialist engineer for an innovative project, or a data-driven executive, we have the insights to connect you with the right people, in the right locations.

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