One leadership hire can change everything.
We make sure it’s
the right one.

Find outstanding leaders who will take your business further, with Cobalt Search.

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24 countries

Leaders placed from 24 countries

100,000+

More Than 100,000+ People Engaged

100%

of our clients come from referrals

Trusted by growing companies worldwide

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Rasakti
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Blantons
PHL
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Global Leadership Search

Fuel your growth with exceptional leadership for every stage of business

When you can’t risk your business with the wrong hire, we help you find A-player leaders who protect what you’ve built and unlock what’s next. Let’s search.

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Hiring Your First Leadership Role

Hiring your first external leader is a big step. We’ll introduce A-player candidates who can lead with impact, revolutionise your team’s performance, and drive toward your long-term vision.

02

Expanding Your Leadership Team

As growth accelerates, leadership gaps emerge. We partner with you to build the right structure, with senior hires who bring clarity, experience, and momentum.

03

Attracting Outstanding Talent to Large Organisations

You’re unlikely to find top-tier candidates in a dusty database. We work as an extension of your team to attract exceptional talent where traditional recruitment falls short.

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The Cobalt Difference

Your Next Chapter Deserves The Leader Who Can Write It

Bright futures require visionary leadership. We go beyond traditional recruitment to combine deep market research, structured assessments, and culture-first decision-making. So you get your choice of game-changing candidates who can inspire, align, and shape the future of your business.

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Real Search. Not Recycled Shortlists.

We start every search from scratch, mapping the global market to find standout leaders. Not just those who are available, but those who are exceptional.

Aligned on Culture. Selected for Impact.

A-player leadership isn’t just about skills and experience. We go further to find leaders who align with your values, inspire your people, and drive business performance.

Our process is your advantage

Every candidate is proven through two rounds of in-depth technical and cultural interviews. So you only meet A-players who fit, lead, and deliver.

Small, Agile, and Built Around You

You will work with the same senior team throughout - adaptable, hands-on, and invested in your success.

More Than 100,000+ People Engaged

From global CEOs to high-growth founders, hundreds of teams, and stakeholders have been impacted by the placements we've made.

Every engagement is a ripple effect driving cultural transformation, unlocking growth, and shaping the future of businesses worldwide. This is leadership search that leaves a legacy.

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Wish you had a reliable source for outstanding senior talent?

Wish granted.

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“Helen from Cobalt is the single best and most successful head-hunter I have ever worked with and has placed more leaders in more companies than anyone I know.”

Keith J. Cunningham

Speaker, Author, Entrepreneur & Coach

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“Cobalt has been extremely effective at delivering diverse candidates, adding huge value to Keolis in North America and to our culture. Cobalt finds us unicorns!”

Aline Frantzen

CEO US Bus Operations, Keolis North America

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“Cobalt is an exceptional search firm that has been instrumental in shaping the success of our group of companies, placing 15 key roles across a diverse array of high-level professions within our organization.”

Thomas Martini

President & CEO, Lorval Capital Management

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“We found the maturity and capability of Cobalt to be materially different from our experience of using other suppliers”

Robert Anderson

Executive Vice President, Human Resources, Safety and Organization, Keolis North America

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“Helen and Cobalt Search take recruiting to another level. She promised the shortlist would be so strong I’d want to hire them all — and she delivered on her word. I’ll use Helen and her team for all future recruiting needs.”

Tim Dupre

President & CEO, PBS Contractors

Our Team

Meet the people behind every great hire

At Cobalt Search, we’re a close-knit, women-led consultancy who act as a true extension of your team. We build strong, trusted relationships with our clients and candidates alike. Because, like you, we know that great leadership hires are made through deep understanding, not fast transactions. You’ll work directly with experienced consultants who bring insight, empathy, and honest partnership to every search. So you don’t just fill a role. You hire A-player leadership who’ll elevate your mission, culture and business growth.

Helen Goddard

Helen Goddard

Founder & CEO

 Denise Pike

Denise Pike

Vice President
Rebecca Greenhill

Rebecca Greenhill

Executive Assistant

Sarah Hearn

Sarah Hearn

Operations & Client Excellence Manager

Steve Broadley

Steve Broadley

Researcher

Annabel Hudson

Annabel Hudson

Trainee Headhunter

FAQs

Have Questions?

Here’s what clients like to know before we get started.

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How long does a typical search take?

Most searches take 10-12 weeks. That includes briefing, research, interviews, and offer management. If a role is urgent, we’ll adjust our timelines – without compromising on fit. We agree timelines upfront and stay tightly aligned throughout.

What industries do you work in?

We’re 100% referral-based, which means we work across a wide range of sectors. While we’re sector-agnostic, most of our clients are in transport, construction, manufacturing, or services. What matters most is that they value quality over quantity – and want a partner who understands cultural alignment and impact.

What makes you different from other search firms?

We’re not high-volume, and we’re not transactional. Every search is led by a senior partner, underpinned by research and rigour. We focus on fit, impact, and lasting success, not just making a placement.

What’s your approach to cultural fit?

We look beyond cultural fit, focusing on culture add. That means understanding your values, leadership style, and team dynamics, then identifying candidates who not only align but also bring something new that strengthens your culture. It’s a balance of alignment and fresh perspective, and it’s something we consistently get right.

What happens if our new hire doesn’t work out?

It’s rare, but our 90-day guarantee ensures your peace of mind. If your new hire doesn’t work out, we’ll replace them at no extra cost. We’ll refine the brief, relaunch the search, and support you throughout. You won’t be navigating it alone.

Why use a company based in the UK for roles in the US or Canada?

Because results matter more than geography. Our clients don’t choose us for where we’re based, they choose us because we consistently deliver high-impact leaders across North America. We understand local markets, we work across time zones, and we’ve built a reputation for outcomes, not office locations.

Outstanding leadership starts with one great decision.

Ready to make the call that changes everything?

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