Established in 1988, Hayward & Associates Ltd is a privately owned Executive Search Firm focusing on the European software industry.
Offering a personalised, specific and highly effective service based on an in-depth knowledge of the industry, Hayward & Associates Ltd enjoy an excellent reputation for successful delivery of first-rate employees. We recruit the senior management, executive and non-executive team.
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Caroline Hayward, Managing Director, and Sarah Cassie will personally ensure that, once an assignment is undertaken, Hayward & Associates Ltd will find the right person with the right experience and cultural fit for your organisation, no matter how long it takes. It is this commitment to deliver that has earned us a leading position as an independent player in European executive search for technology clients.
Our delivery capability is based on utilising one of the best people networks in the business, allied to proven processes and technology that allow us to excel in areas where good candidates are scarce and competition for the best people is fierce.
We partner with many of the leading International Venture Capital and M&A Organisations to source complete management teams and to advise on team building issues. Additionally, we have a network of Associates in specialist, related areas such as interim management and US executive search.
We are recognised as one of the most influential and highly networked executive search firms in the technology sector.
Hayward & Associates Ltd are also Founders and members of The Chairman's Network Ltd.

At a glance:
- Expert market knowledge of technology
- Rapid delivery with quality, regular reporting throughout
- Friendly, ethical and professional service
- Excellent reputation
- Focus on SME technology
- Proven track record

