Executive search for public safety, cyber security and regulation. We reach senior leaders who are not actively looking, and help you appoint with confidence.
Our networks and market intelligence come from years of recruiting in these sectors. We help public bodies shape senior roles, reach credible leaders and make sound appointments.
Leaders for policing, fire and rescue, justice, safeguarding and the wider public safety sector.
Specialists in cyber risk, information assurance, AI, digital transformation and national resilience.
Executives for bodies that protect standards, oversee complex markets and uphold public confidence.
One named consultant runs your campaign from the first brief to the start date.
We work with your senior stakeholders to understand the strategy, the context and the real demands of the role.
Subscriber insight and sector intelligence show where the skills are, what they cost and how available they are.
Candidate packs explain the scope, influence and public value of the role to leaders from any sector.
Direct approach, specialist media and professional networks reach active and passive candidates, including under-represented groups.
Regular check-ins and a reserve pool keep the campaign on track and reduce drop-out.
Consistent assessment, recorded decisions and a full audit trail support a fair, merit-based appointment.
Delivered in partnership with the Institute of Directors, our executive development programmes are designed for senior leaders across policing, regulatory bodies, and the wider public sector.
The programme is built around four interconnected pillars, preparing senior leaders for successful transition into board and NED appointments.
Further dates in 2027 to be confirmed.
On an FCDO executive search, our data on candidate activity, where the skills sit and sector pay helped the client broaden the specification and timeline. The result was a larger, stronger talent pool.
Red Snapper Recruitment is appointed to Lots 1 and 2 of Executive and Non-Executive Search 3. UK public sector bodies can buy a full search or individual services, for permanent and fixed-term roles from Grade 6 to SCS4.
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Group Director and Executive Search Practice Lead, Red Snapper Recruitment
John leads Red Snapper Recruitment’s Executive Search Practice, partnering with organisations across regulatory services, central government, and cyber and information security.
Over the past 15 years, he has worked with senior leaders across the public, private and not-for-profit sectors, with a particular focus on complex and highly regulated environments.
John provides market insight and strategic counsel throughout the search process, helping clients identify and appoint exceptional leadership talent. Drawing on his broader experience in managed services and learning and development, he brings a practical and distinctive perspective on building long-term leadership capability and organisational resilience.
He is committed to supporting organisations in appointing leaders with the skills, experience and values needed to achieve their strategic objectives and drive lasting impact.
Executive Search Practice Lead, Policing & Law Enforcement Executive Search
Natalie leads Red Snapper Recruitment’s Policing & Law Enforcement Executive Search Practice. She has worked with policing organisations and public safety partners across the UK for more than eight years, developing a deep understanding of the sector, its leadership challenges and specialist talent markets.
She partners with police forces, national agencies and public safety organisations on senior operational and executive appointments, combining sector expertise, market intelligence and targeted search methodologies to identify and engage high-calibre leaders. Natalie works closely with clients to understand their organisational priorities and leadership requirements, helping secure individuals with the experience, values and capability to deliver in complex policing and public service environments.