Executive Search

Executive Talent
Found Differently

A seamless search for modern, transformative business leaders. 
We go beyond the brief to find the people others miss.

Finding Leaders to
Inspire Change

Traditional executive search often falls short, relying on dated methods that struggle to keep pace with how businesses are shifting. We take a more current, thoughtful view, focusing on what it really takes to find standout senior finance talent.

We’re known for spotting potential others miss and for genuinely caring about matching exceptional people with organisations that have purpose. With a strong network, informed research, and a real focus on diversity, we bring forward finance leaders with a wide mix of perspectives and experience.

Our Process

01 Define Role & Enrolment

Stage 01

Shortlist Agreement

We are able to complete the full search and jointly select the shortlist for interview on completion, or present candidates as they pass our assessment. We will confirm this approach during the briefing session.

02 Agree Candidate Briefing

Stage 02

Shortlist Agreement 2

We are able to complete the full search and jointly select the shortlist for interview on completion, or present candidates as they pass our assessment. We will confirm this approach during the briefing session. We will confirm this approach during the briefing session. We will confirm this approach during the briefing session.

03 Research Phase

Stage 03

Shortlist Agreement 3

We are able to complete the full search and jointly select the shortlist for interview on completion, or present candidates as they pass our assessment. We will confirm this approach during the briefing session. We will confirm this approach during the briefing session.

04 Assessment & Video Profiles

Stage 04

Shortlist Agreement 4

We are able to complete the full search and jointly select the shortlist for interview on completion, or present candidates as they pass our assessment. We will confirm this approach during the briefing session.

05 Shortlist Agreements

Stage 05

Shortlist Agreement 5

We are able to complete the full search and jointly select the shortlist for interview on completion, or present candidates as they pass our assessment. We will confirm this approach during the briefing session. We will confirm this approach during the briefing session. We will confirm this approach during the briefing session.

06 Interviews

Stage 06

Shortlist Agreement 6

We are able to complete the full search and jointly select the shortlist for interview on completion, or present candidates as they pass our assessment. We will confirm this approach during the briefing session. We will confirm this approach during the briefing session.

07 Offer Management

Stage 07

Shortlist Agreement 7

We are able to complete the full search and jointly select the shortlist for interview on completion, or present candidates as they pass our assessment. We will confirm this approach during the briefing session.

08 Onboarding

Stage 08

Shortlist Agreement 8

We are able to complete the full search and jointly select the shortlist for interview on completion, or present candidates as they pass our assessment. We will confirm this approach during the briefing session. We will confirm this approach during the briefing session. We will confirm this approach during the briefing session.

Sector Expertise

We work with businesses across a wide range of sectors, giving us the breadth to understand different markets and the depth to know what great leadership looks like in each one.

Whether you’re in high-growth tech or established manufacturing, we know how to find the leaders who fit not just on paper, but in the way the industry operates.

  • Consumer
  • Technology
  • Manufacturing
  • Engineering
  • Construction
  • Financial Services
  • Healthcare
  • Private Equity
  • Not-for-profit

Why Work With Us

Transparent Collaboration

Our open, transparent, but challenging communication style and the use of video shortlists help tailor our efforts to your unique needs for a successful search.

Exceptional Talent Discovery

Leveraging an expansive network and innovative research, we identify senior finance leaders often overlooked by others, ensuring you access exceptional talent.

Diversity and Inclusion Focus

We help you build a diverse finance leadership team to enhance business performance, thanks to more varied perspectives and a more enriched work environment.

Strategic Succession Planning

We nurture emerging talent for future CFO roles and support seamless leadership transitions.

Vision-Aligned Leadership

Candidates we present not only possess technical skills but also align with your culture and long-term vision, ensuring strategic harmony.

Value-Driven Leadership

We identify forward-thinking finance leaders capable of sustainable growth and proactive adaptation to evolving business landscapes.

Great Brands Choose Us

The STOIX Difference

Purpose-driven, data-informed, and unconflicted. Here's what sets us apart.

Certified B Corp

B Corp certified since 2023. We see business as a force for good and use the framework to measure how we operate, not just what we say.

Diverse talent


71% of our placements are diverse. We actively challenge briefs, reduce bias, and ensure every longlist reflects the breadth of available talent.

Values-led leadership

We look beyond technical capability to find leaders who are culturally aligned, purpose-driven, and built to last.

Technology driven

We use video shortlists and Hogan assessments so you can evaluate the whole person, not just their experience on paper.

Work with a Search Partner
That Shares Your Values

Whether you’re hiring with purpose or looking for a role where you can make a real difference, let’s start a conversation