Strategy Hour for Your Next Comms or IR Hire

If you aren't running a full external search for your next communications or investor relations hire, you are likely recruiting via internal HR or job boards — and you are probably being flooded with a mix of AI-generated applications and the 10-30% of candidates who are actively applying to job adverts at any one time (and that is if they have even seen your advert).

If you haven't found who you need so far and don't yet have the budget or sign-off to engage an external search firm like Comms Search & Selection, this one hour strategy session is for you.

Don’t leave your search for your new hire to a resume filter. Book a 1-to-1 strategic consultation with Max Forsyth, Managing Director of Comms Search & Selection.

Purpose of the Consultation

During our 60-minute session, we will review:

  • Your Recruitment Process: What has been done to date, what has and hasn't worked and advise on best practice moving forward.

  • The Shortlist Audit: We review your top 3–5 candidates to identify high-potential talent, solve challenges and overcome objections.

  • The JD Review: This is often a primary cause of issues. We review the JD to ensure it is optimised for search and aligned properly with your budget and role expectations.

  • Retention Strategy: We review your role benefits, career progression and hybrid policies to eliminate the dissatisfaction that drives top talent elsewhere.

The Comms Search Retained Search Offer

If, after our consultation, you decide to transition to a Full Retained Search with Comms Search & Selection within 30 days, we will credit 100% of your consultation fee toward the search commencement fee. We act as the bridge to the passive and hard to engage talent your internal HR team cannot reach.

Book Your Strategic Session

Please select a time below. Payments are processed securely via Stripe. All sessions are £540 per hour inc VAT and include any prep and research required prior to the session.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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. ​

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.