About Us

With unique expertise, full international capability, and world class service, PSD is a true leader in executive recruitment and a trusted partner to many of today’s most successful companies

Founded in 1991 from a consortium of specialist consultancies, PSD has grown into a team of over 50 executive recruitment consultants. Our structure provides the talent, scale, knowledge, and connectivity demanded by ambitious businesses of all sizes.

At the heart of PSD is a unique operational matrix that combines specialist practices and bespoke services. Our commitment to excellence sets us apart. We go deeper, search smarter, and apply the highest standards of professionalism so that whether you’re hiring or applying, the experience is positive, and the results speak for themselves.

And since any organisation is only as good as its people, we work with the best. Each consultant offers specialist counsel, up to date insight, and a wealth of relevant expertise to both clients and candidates.

Our Principles

We recognise the importance of our work to the future for both our clients and our candidates.
This drives our absolute commitment to provide the highest quality service and most
thoughtful and considered advice.

Open-minded

Nobody has a monopoly on wisdom. 
Our priority is always to listen to clients, candidates and colleagues focusing on the needs of others and fostering a climate of openness and trust. When we listen, we discover fresh perspectives and ideas; we find different approaches to problem solving, and new ways to succeed. To be open minded is to learn and grow.

Pioneering

In a rapidly evolving world, the right solution last year may well not be the right solution this year. At PSD we ensure we constantly challenge the way we do business to ensure our clients receive the best and most contemporary advice and service.

Working as One

Open interaction with clients, candidates and colleagues elevates all who work at PSD. It demonstrates engagement with each other and the world beyond our desks. Being accessible means opening the door to others and declaring our readiness to share knowledge and insights. We’re stronger and more successful when we work together.

Committed

For everyone at PSD, taking responsibility, working harder for clients and delivering above and beyond are what drives us. 

Flexible and Responsive

There’s no one-size-fits-all at PSD. Every client and candidate is different, and we ensure we operate with agility and respond to the specific needs of each. Our goal is always to find the most appropriate and effective solution to every assignment. Being adaptable is creativity in action. 

Successful

What does success look like? At PSD, we define success not simply by what we achieve, but by how we achieve it. Clients need to know they can rely on us to deliver for them and protect their reputation; candidates must be able to count on our judgement and integrity. 

Corporate Social Responsibility

At PSD, we endeavour to make the most positive contribution possible to our environment and
the community.

Environment

We recognise the importance of protecting our planet’s finite resources and continually
review our practices to reduce environmental impact. PSD’s commitments include:

  • Maximising reuse and recycling
  • Using materials and energy efficiently
  • Purchasing sustainable products

Community

At PSD we actively support charitable initiatives, with every employee receiving one paid day annually for volunteering.

We’re proud recipients of the Payroll Giving Platinum Award, recognising our long standing support for charities chosen by staff and our commitment to matching donations and covering administration costs.

Charities we support include:  

  • Cash for Kids  
  • Sports Disability Coach  
  • St Peter and St James Hospice