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How confident are you about the economy and your company’s future? As we navigate the post-election landscape and the Government’s first Budget, understanding the outlook for UK businesses has never been more important. That’s why we’ve partnered with the The Quoted Companies Alliance (QCA) to gather insights from growth companies on their economic confidence, board composition, and the evolving role of non-executive directors (NEDs).   We want to hear from you: 🔹 How do you see your company’s prospects in the current climate? 🔹 Is it becoming harder to recruit effective NEDs? 🔹 What skills are most needed on boards today? 🔹 How should NEDs be remunerated?   Take the survey here: https://lnkd.in/eMPHUYfb   #NED #boardleadership #corporategovernance #economy #quotedcompanies #growthcompanies Tanya Gass

With the UK’s National Insurance system poised for significant changes this year, it brings both compliance challenges and strategic opportunities for businesses, and #HR leaders have a pivotal role in navigating these changes and shaping their organisations' readiness.    In her most recent article, 'The UK National Insurance Shake-Up: What It Means for Businesses and How HR Can Lead the Way’, Annabel Porter (née Hooton) Partner in our HR Practice, covers some key themes, including:   *The complexities of compliance and managing evolving workforce costs *Workforce planning and employee engagement *HR's role in aligning workforce strategies with business objectives Navigating 2025 and beyond A big thank you to Interim HR Director, Jane Mothersdale for sharing her insights.    Read the full blog here: https://lnkd.in/eyuEdawi

Following our sponsorship of the Scotland Dealmakers Awards last year, we are thrilled to see the winners now shortlisted in the Insider Media UK Dealmakers Awards 2025, taking place tonight in Birmingham. This prestigious event brings together the top professionals in M&A, private equity, and corporate finance to celebrate the most significant transactions of the year. Our Investor Practice will be in attendance and Michael Diamond (Managing Director), Molly Hogan (Client Partner), and Oliver Hawkley (Partner) are looking forward to an evening of great discussions and industry recognition. Best of luck to all the finalists as we celebrate excellence in dealmaking! #DealmakersAwards #MergersAndAcquisitions #PrivateEquity #Investment #CorporateFinance 

We are very pleased to welcome Moyra Corbett to Norman Broadbent this week.   Moyra joins us as Partner in our Global HR Practice, supporting CEO’s and CHRO’s on executive #HR recruitment, leadership assessment and #interim solutions. She brings over twenty-five years’ experience working in HR search and senior HR leadership roles for well-known FMCG and retail brands, offering expertise of hiring across the full spectrum of HR, including CPO’s, Talent and Development, Employee Experience, OD & Reward.   Prior to NB, Moyra worked for a boutique HR search firm for over five years partnering globally with recognised FTSE’s, SME’s and PE backed companies across diverse sectors. Her extensive network reflects the strength of her long-term relationships and her desire to build genuine partnerships.   Outside of work, Moyra loves to spend time exploring the countryside with her husband and crazy working cocker spaniel Ralph!   We are excited to have you with us, Moyra!

Great work deserves great recognition - Sam Young, whose expertise in ERP and transformation hiring, continues to deliver impactful results for our clients. A successful ERP Programme Director hire was critical for ACCA Global, and receiving testimonials like this from reinforces the value of a true search partner—one who understands the market, responds to client needs with agility, and delivers talent that makes a real difference. Well done, Sam! 👏 If you're looking for top-tier talent in transformation and ERP roles, get in touch with Sam and the team. #TransformationRoles #ERP #ClientSuccess

The 2nd edition of the #GlobalHealthspanSummit - Architecting the Future is taking place at the Four Seasons Hotel in Saudi Arabia next week, organised by the Hevolution Foundation.   This transformative event will feature perspectives from global leaders focused on how we view #aging and #healthspan science, with the aim to inspire action-driven conversations to help fuel future research.   From Tuesday 4th - Wednesday 5th February, our Lifesciences partner Luke Horrigan will be in attendance and is looking forward to engaging in discussions and insights into breakthrough research and emerging technologies reshaping healthspan science.   Please reach out to Luke if you would like to connect!   #ArchitectingtheFuture

Last night, Norman Broadbent & Board Intelligence hosted an engaging panel discussion on the ‘The art of questioning: Adding value to boardroom decision-making’. Being an effective NED isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about asking the right questions. But what makes a question great, and how can it shape better decision-making at the highest level? Joined by Mike McTighe (Chair, IG Group, Openreach, Together Money), Megan Pantelides (Executive Director, Board Intelligence), and Shrenik Parekh, CFA Parekh (Director, Financial Services Advisory, BDO UK LLP)—and chaired by Tanya Gass (Partner, Board Practice, Norman Broadbent)—we explored how critical thinking and creativity must go hand in hand to drive meaningful conversations in the boardroom. Some key takeaways: * The best boards don’t just challenge strategy—they shape it through open, well-structured questioning. * Psychological safety is critical: do we have the right environment for people to ask bold, thoughtful questions? * Board meetings shouldn’t feel like an interrogation—NEDs and executives need to engage as equals. * Great decision-making isn’t about consensus; it’s about ensuring diverse viewpoints are heard and respected, even when the final decision goes another way. * Questions should inspire collective thinking, not just individual debate * Listening is just as important as questioning If you had to choose, what’s the most powerful question a board can ask? We’d love to hear your thoughts. #BoardLeadership #NED #CorporateGovernance #CriticalThinking

We are delighted to be working with a major EPCI contractor on an exciting new Non-Executive Director opportunity.    Applications close on 13th February. To find out more and to apply, click here - https://lnkd.in/enN6zNWZ

Today, our Board Practice Lead Tanya Gass attended the Women on Boards Directors 'Meet The Headhunters Event' giving her insight into what non-executive recruiters are looking for in a #board candidate.   This event was a great chance to give advice to the Women on Boards UK network, providing support and feedback on how to improve your elevator pitch and how to position yourself to target the more competitive board roles.    Thank you to WB Directors and to the attendees who joined the session. It was a pleasure to be a part of this event.

We are thrilled to announce that Annabel Porter (née Hooton) has been promoted to Partner!   Annabel has played an integral role within the Global HR Practice at Norman Broadbent for the past two years, assisting CEOs and CHROs with executive-level HR recruitment and leadership assessment, consistently delivering exceptional results that align with our clients' strategic goals and driving value through her deep expertise and collaborative approach Since joining NB, she has established a highly impactful and well-regarded event series for HR Leaders, creating a platform for meaningful discussions on pressing industry topics, fostering collaboration among senior HR professionals, and solidifying Norman Broadbent's position as a thought leader in the HR space.   We are excited to see what the future holds for the continuing growth of our HR practice. Huge congratulations Annabel and thoroughly deserved!