Since 2011, Red Diamond Executive Headhunters has grown into one of the UK’s most respected and trusted names in senior-level and executive recruitment.
Since 2011, Red Diamond Executive Headhunters has grown into one of the UK’s most respected and trusted names in senior-level and executive recruitment. For more than a decade, we’ve helped organisations across the UK and around the world hire exceptional leaders who drive growth, transform performance and strengthen long-term success.
Our approach combines global reach, deep sector expertise and a highly personal search process, giving businesses complete confidence that their most critical appointments are in expert hands.
Red Diamond was built on a core belief: great organisations deserve exceptional leadership.
The business was founded to bring a more strategic, relationship-led and ethical approach to executive recruitment, one that prioritises true partnership, accuracy and long-term cultural fit over quick wins or transactional hiring.
What started as a boutique search practice in the UAE has grown to have our HQ in both Dubai and Yorkshire. We have grown into an internationally recognised executive headhunting firm, trusted across aerospace, manufacturing, engineering, HVAC, textiles, chemicals, distribution, building services, cyber security and many more specialist sectors.
Despite our growth, one thing has remained constant: Every search receives the same care, precision and commitment we were founded on.
By providing a service that goes far beyond price, we’re here for our clients at every stage of the process. By adapting to their changing needs and growing with them, they know we always have their best interests at heart.
We take care of our clients and they take care of our reputation. Our calm and confident approach means peace of mind for our clients, and is backed up with a level of service unparalleled in our industry We don’t always need to shout about ourselves, we let our reputation do the talking.
We look beyond the obvious to what’s next – for our clients and ourselves. We are resourceful, creative and innovative.
We carry the sprit of innovation into our business – finding new and better ways to help our clients find the best and most outstanding executive leaders.
Our business is all about human beings so it’s important that we treat people how we expect to be treated. We don’t hide behind language to sound more intelligent. We don’t build walls of words that people have to climb over to get to us. We listen as much as we talk and we give everyone a platform to speak. We embrace people with different points of view, from all backgrounds, and work as one team.
Senior recruitment is too critical to be treated as a process. We immerse ourselves in your organisation’s culture, goals and challenges to identify leaders who not only meet the brief but elevate your business.
The vision of Red Diamond Executive Headhunters is to provide a quality, superior and trusted service. Clients are those who appreciate high standards, value efficiency and want a high return on investment.
The team is dynamic and uses thorough research techniques, to deliver on time to the highest quality standards – resulting in finding professionals that others can’t.
Our team is growing! From recruiting and research to operations and administration, we’re looking for ambitious, smart, and fun individuals interested in making a positive impact in the recruitment industry.
I have used Simon at Red Diamond for a few specialist roles where we felt we needed his dedicated approach to find the right professionals. I was very pleased with how the campaigns were conducted with Simon consulting with me every step of the way in an efficient and timely manner. All the professionals he provided were relevant and his thorough work showed with the quality of the short list. Some key members of my team have been recruited through Simon. I would use Simon again and I would recommend Red Diamond.
Simon is a dedicated and hard-working Executive Search professional. He works systematically and knows how to get the job done quickly and effectively. He always exhibited superior communication skills both written and oral and was always on hand to consult and advise. Simon made things clear and I would recommend.
I have been working with Simon for sometime now. I have found Simon to be commercially astute, pragmatic and will always delivers against what he says. He is also trusted confidant and coupled with a high degree of integrity, the bespoke service he provides is professionally delivered. Many a time using the words of trust and confidence cannot be underestimated in using executive search/headhunters. Simon displays these characteristics and it is for these reasons along with high morals/values, I for one will be working with Simon. Keep up the great work.
An absolute pleasure to have worked with Emma. An extremely professional and supportive process which is entirely down to Emma’s thorough approach – a great experience from my perspective.
Carol approached me for a role which she has clearly researched in depth. She understood the market and the technical requirements clearly. Her negotiation drove the successful landing of this role for me. Her diligence, friendly and honest approach is very refreshing when compared to her peers where in many cases try to promise the moon on a stick. Carol kept me informed throughout which has made this a pleasurable process rather than a stressful one. I cannot recommend Carol enough, 5 out off 5 stars
I was knocked out by the professionalism, attention to detail and extensive knowledge that was more than evident throughout my inter action with Carol. She epitomises the fundamental difference between a leading head hunter and a traditional recruiter. I was clearly signposted every step of the way and the whole process is geared to act in the best interests of both the candidate and the employer. I certainly would not hesitate to recommend Carol and Red Diamond Executive Head Hunters.
It was indeed a real pleasure to work with Simon who facilitated my placement to my last role at a prestigious organisation. He is an absolute professional service provider who has the vision and the calibre to understand your needs and put you at the right place which proves to benefit both the ends. Simon is a delight to work with and I am glad and i strongly recommend to all those out there looking at exploring their bright future…..
Emma is an amazingly talented individual, who has a thorough knowledge of the industry and customers needs, allowing her to match people with positions well. A fantastic communicator, clarity throughout all elements of discussions, this really felt like a friendship as well as a professional relationship. I would absolutely recommend Emma as an individual to work with on your staffing needs. Efficient and tenacious, she definitely understands the brief and how best to ful-fill it. Thank you Emma.
Carol was incredibly helpful and supportive during my recruitment process. She listened to exactly what I was looking for, didn’t just send any old job over for me to apply for, which is what many recruiters do! She is really friendly and communicative which made the recruitment process really smooth! I couldn’t praise her enough – she is absolutely fabulous and the best recruiter I have worked with and will always keep in mind for any future recruitment needs!
An outstanding representation of what an executive level headhunter should be. Clear professional communication, accurate information and all with a personal touch.
I have known and worked with Emma on a number of recruitment assignments over the past years. Recently I worked with Emma on an assignment for a senior level executive at Emaar Industries and Investments.She managed the entire process efficiently and effectively, enabling us to fill a position in which we had previously struggled to identify suitable candidates on the placement. She is transparent about what she can do, how long things take, and what the process will entail. I have no hesitation in recommending her services.
Emma you have been very quick and professional at full filling Gardner recruitment requirements. Thanks for all your support.
Simon is not your average cold calling headhunter, he is very professional, methodical and takes his time to find what’s right for his clients. I recommend Simon for his honesty, knowledge and dedication.
Absolute breath of fresh air in recruitment. Highly skilled, diligent, thorough and person-centred on behalf of her clients and candidates. Really prepares each candidate for each stage of the recruitment process and can never do enough for you. Highly recommended.
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