Investor Relations Executive Search & Headhunting

Your Search partner for Investor Relations

At Hanson Search, we specialise in Investor Relations executive search and recruitment, partnering with leading organisations across sectors to build high-impact IR teams. From FTSE 100 and Fortune 500 corporations to private equity–backed firms and family offices, we support clients globally in hiring senior investor relations talent that drives shareholder value and strategic communication.

With consultants based across London, Europe, the UAE and USA, we operate internationally with deep local market insight. Our expert teams has a proven track record in headhunting IR professionals across all major financial hubs, including Heads of Investor Relations, IR Directors, ESG & Investor Engagement Leads, and IR specialists with experience in IPOs, M&A, and capital markets communications.

Our IR Headhunting Expertise

Investor relations is a critical function bridging the gap between a company’s leadership and the investment community. We work across sectors including financial services, energy, healthcare, real estate, consumer, and technology to place IR leaders who understand market expectations, shape corporate narratives, and cultivate long-term investor confidence. Roles we cover include:

• Chief Investor Relations Officer / Head of IR
• Director of Investor Relations
• ESG & Sustainability IR Leads
• IR Managers & Senior IR Advisors
• Capital Markets /Financial Communications Specialists

Our Approach to IR Recruitment

Our investor relations executive search process is highly targeted, discreet, and data-driven. We begin by understanding the needs of your organisation and clear objectives of the role communications priorities, and leadership culture. Leveraging our extensive local and international network and market mapping expertise, we identify and engage candidates with the technical fluency, financial acumen, and stakeholder credibility with market knowledge to deliver lasting value.

Every search is led by a senior consultant with IR and capital markets expertise, ensuring alignment between candidate experience and your business objectives.

Why Hanson Search as Your Talent Partner

As an independent boutique business, majority-owned by its employees, we bring a fresh and agile approach to executive search. Our service is personal, our reputation is trusted, and our commitment to clients is unwavering. Unlike many traditional headhunting firms, our partners lead every search directly—leveraging deep, highly developed networks to uncover exceptional talent. We take it personally. We don’t stop until we deliver the best candidate for your role.

We’ve built a respected global brand that clients rely on and candidates trust. As a certified B Corp, we also support our clients in building a more sustainable supply chain through ethical hiring practices and values-led recruitment.

Looking to hire in IR?

If you’re seeking exceptional investor relations talent, or are an IR leader exploring your next move, contact us today to speak with one of our dedicated consultants.