Exclusive Permanent Recruitment for Communications Specialists

We headhunt high-performing, passive communications professionals for your critical Associate, Director, and Senior Management roles.

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Why Standard Contingent Recruitment Fails the Communications Function

When you release a role to multiple generalist agencies on a contingent basis, it triggers a race to submit CVs from active job boards. Quality is sacrificed for speed.

Our Exclusive Permanent Placement model is the solution for critical mid-to-senior hires. By partnering with us on a committed, exclusive basis, we shift from a reactive 'CV-gathering' exercise to a proactive headhunting campaign. We dedicate specific consultant resources to map the market and extract top-performing specialists who aren't actively looking to move.

A Dedicated Headhunting Sprint
A contingent vacancy is just one of many on a recruiter's desk. An exclusive role becomes our immediate priority. We commit focused, ring-fenced consultant time to your search, ensuring a relentless and continuous headhunting process that standard recruitment models simply cannot resource.
Unlocking the 'Passive' Talent Market
The highest-performing Corporate Affairs and Communications managers are rarely scrolling job boards. Our exclusive process leverages our deep, established network to access passive talent—giving you exclusive visibility of candidates your competitors won't ever see.
Protecting Your Employer Brand
When multiple agencies pitch the same role, it looks desperate and confuses the market. As your exclusive brand ambassadors, we control your narrative. This builds significant trust with candidates, resulting in a more engaged shortlist, smoother negotiations, and a dramatically reduced risk of counter-offers or dropouts.
Vetted for Strategic Impact, Not Just Keywords
Generalists look for keyword matches. Because we live and breathe Communications, we vet candidates for nuance—assessing their media relationships, writing capability, and stakeholder management skills. We deliver a highly relevant, vetted shortlist faster than a generalist can even learn the brief.

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Precision Matching for Critical Hires

A bad hire in corporate communications isn't just an HR problem, it's a reputational risk. Our exclusive recruitment process removes the friction, risk, and chaos of traditional hiring. With our deep industry expertise and tailored headhunting approach, you will receive a seamless, impactful service that secures the right candidate the first time.

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What our customers say

Melanie Olrik

Chief People Officer, Hollis

We needed a fast solution for a senior hire. Comms Search & Selection's understanding of our needs, candidates provided and interview preparation ensured a thorough but efficient resolution.
Stephen Sobey

Media Relations, First Sentier Investors

Max and Muksheeda had a great understanding of my career aspirations. I was really impressed by their market knowledge, sector specialism and transparent communication during the process.
Teo Do

Senior Director, Investor Public Relations, Hines

From the outset, the team at Comms Search demonstrated proactiveness, making Hines a top priority. Each candidate was of excellent caliber, thoroughly vetted and well-suited for the role.
Abi Goldsbrough

Interim Marketing Communications Director, Hollis

Max took a genuinely personal approach throughout my recruitment journey. His in-house comms expertise was very clear. I started the role knowing exactly what was needed to support my new team.
Ben Tanner

Head of Media Relations, Ex Chubb and BNY Wealth and Investments

Max Forsyth of Comms Search & Selection is an exceptional professional and a true partner for job seekers. With extensive experience, he secures roles that align with candidates’ skills.
Sara Mack

Public Relations Director, Climate Investments

Max is the consummate professional. He took time to understand our needs and produced an excellent shortlist of candidates, providing us with unique insights, resulting in hires each time.
Oksana Poltavets

VP, Corporate Communications, Global Investment Bank in New York

I’ve worked with a good number of recruiters over the last 15 years and you’re by far the best - super organized, knowledgeable, and helpful.
Claire Nolan

Corporate Communications Contractors, First Sentier Investors

Working with Max is always an absolute pleasure. He really listens to requirements, is always open and honest, and manages expectations.
Chloe Magnuson

PR Manager, Dechert

Max played an instrumental role in securing my current position as a PR Manager for a global law firm. His guidance was invaluable in helping me prepare for interviews and negotiations.
Will McSheehy

Director of Corporate Affairs, Starling Bank

Max is a pleasure to work with. He's proactive, responsive and goes the extra mile to build a thriving network through his coffee club event series.

Our Expertise Across The Communications Function

We don’t just fill vacancies, we build world-class functions. From the Chief Communications Officer to the Head of Communications, PR Manager and Content Leaders, we recruit the strategic leaders who own your corporate narrative, protect your reputation, and drive stakeholder value.

Corporate Communications

Recruiting Chief Communications Officers (CCO) & Group Heads of Communications. We place the guardians of your corporate brand. Leaders who integrate media relations, digital strategy, and stakeholder engagement to drive business performance.

Corporate Affairs

Heads of Corporate Affairs, Policy & Government Relations. Finding political heavyweights and policy experts who can navigate regulation, manage reputation risk, and secure your license to operate.

Executive Communications

Strategic Advisors to the CEO & Board. Headhunting the ghostwriters and strategists who craft the narrative for the C-Suite, ensuring your leadership’s vision is articulated with clarity and impact.

Internal Communications

Directors of Internal Communications & Employee Engagement. Leaders who partner with HR to drive organisational alignment, retention, and culture transformation during critical periods of growth or change.

Change Communications

Transformation & M&A Communications Leaders. Specialists in restructuring, mergers, and acquisitions. We find the talent that minimises disruption and maintains morale during complex transformations.

Investor Relations

Heads of Investor Relations & Capital Markets. Recruiting financially literate storytellers who can articulate your equity story to the street, managing analyst expectations and shareholder value.

Content & Thought-Leadership

Heads of Content & Storytelling. Modern leaders who turn your organisation into a media house, driving authority through owned content channels, social media and digital strategy, and executive thought leadership.

Public Relations

Media Relations Directors & Heads of PR. Connecting you with the calmest heads in the room. Experts in global media relations, crisis communications, and proactive reputation management.

Brief Us on Your Next Hire

Stop waiting for the right candidate to apply. Contact our specialist team to discuss your open vacancy, benchmark salaries, and initiate a targeted, exclusive search to secure your next high-performing communications leader.

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Our consultants

Meet the team >

Max Forsyth

Managing Director, Founder and Head of Executive Search

Nandita Samant

Head of Communications Practice

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Exclusive Permanent Recruitment for Communications Specialists

We headhunt high-performing, passive communications professionals for your critical Associate, Director, and Senior Management roles.

Submit Your Requirements >

Why Standard Contingent Recruitment Fails the Communications Function

A Dedicated Headhunting Sprint

Unlocking the 'Passive' Talent Market

Protecting Your Employer Brand