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Exec Capital’s blog offers insights and news relevant to senior executives and professionals in finance, recruitment, and leadership. The blog covers a variety of topics aimed at executives, particularly those looking for or transitioning into high-level roles such as Managing Directors (MDs), CEOs, and other C-suite positions.
Key themes include:
Leadership and Executive Recruitment: Posts discuss strategies for executive CV crafting, interview tips for C-suite roles, and the importance of personal branding for executives.
Private Equity and Financial Services: The blog often covers topics on private equity recruitment, investment management, and compliance challenges, reflecting the firm’s close work with businesses involved in M&A and fundraising.
Technological Trends: There’s a focus on how advancements like AI and blockchain are reshaping industries, particularly for roles like Chief Money Laundering Officers and those in financial services. Our missions is to be the UK’s leading Executive Recruitment boutique.
Sector-Specific Insights: The blog also delves into areas such as sustainable investing, market volatility, and salary comparisons in London’s finance sector, catering to both businesses and professionals within these fields.
This blog serves as a resource for executives to stay updated on industry trends and best practices for leadership and career advancement
The Director's and C-Suite Blog
Hiring a COO for a Startup vs. an Established Business: Key Differences and Considerations
Hiring a COO for a Startup vs. an Established Business: Key Differences and Considerations Introduction In the dynamic world of …
Understanding the Difference Between a CEO and COO: Key Roles in Structuring a Successful C-Suite
The CEO decides where the business is going. The COO makes sure it can actually get there. That is the …
How a Great COO Can Transform Your Business Operations: Lessons from Industry Leaders
Most Chief Operating Officers are competent. The business runs, the numbers get reported, the problems get solved. What separates the …
Top Qualities to Look for When Hiring a COO: Executive Recruiters Share Their Insights
Top Qualities to Look for When Hiring a COO: Executive Recruiters Share Their Insights The Role of a COO in …
Interim vs. Permanent COO: Evaluating the Best Fit for Your Business Strategy
Interim vs. Permanent COO: Evaluating the Best Fit for Your Business Strategy Introduction Overview of the Chief Operating Officer (COO) …
Strategic Leadership: 7 Signs Your Business Is Ready for a COO
Strategic Leadership: 7 Signs Your Business Is Ready for a COO Understanding the Role of a COO The Definition and …
The Evolving Role of the COO: Navigating the Complexities of Business Leadership in 2025
The Evolving Role of the COO: Navigating the Complexities of Business Leadership in 2025 Overview of the COO Role The …
Onboarding Financial Controllers: Navigating the First 30 Days with Confidence
Onboarding Financial Controllers: Navigating the First 30 Days with Confidence The Importance of Effective Onboarding for Financial Controllers Understanding the …
How CFOs Can Use Improv Comedy Techniques to Handle Boardroom Curveballs
How CFOs Can Use Improv Comedy Techniques to Handle Boardroom Curveballs The Unpredictable Nature of the Boardroom The Dynamic Environment …
Can a CFO Be a Rockstar? Finance Leadership Lessons from the Music Industry
Can a CFO Be a Rockstar? Finance Leadership Lessons from the Music Industry The Evolving Role of the CFO Historical …
Would You Trust an AI CFO? The Rise of Algorithmic Financial Leadership
Would You Trust an AI CFO? The Rise of Algorithmic Financial Leadership The Rise of AI in Financial Leadership Historical …
Business Resilience: How to Prepare for the Next Black Swan Event
Business Resilience: How to Prepare for the Next Black Swan Event Introduction to Business Resilience and Black Swan Scenarios Understanding …
EXEC Capital works closely with our clients to identify their needs, creating a close working relationship between businesses and our team of talented MDs and CEOs. Our recruitment service allows you to find the perfect candidate on either a part-time, interim or full time basis.
Our blog covers news items of interest to our clients and candidates looking for their next senior finance roles. EXEC Capital works closely with PE houses and specialises in helping business with their Private Equity Fund raising.
Many of our blog posts cover topics that our team gets involved with on a day to day basis, such as Corporate Finance and increasingly Financial Services as more of our clients are based in the City of London or are involved in M&A activity of some shape or form.
We curate a list of candidates that are hand selected for your company with the skills and experience you need to scale your business. Visit our how we work page to learn more about our approach.
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Reference guides for boards and nomination committees approaching senior appointments at FCA-regulated firms — regulatory process, governance and sector guidance.
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The FCA approval process, governance documentation and personal accountability obligations that apply to every senior manager function appointment.
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Sector-specific guidance on executive and NED appointments at insurance companies, asset managers, payment institutions and Consumer Duty firms.
Looking to appoint a senior manager at an FCA-regulated firm? Adrian Lawrence FCA leads every regulated firm mandate personally.
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“Adrian worked with us as our Fractional CFO for six months and we are genuinely grateful for the contribution he made. His financial expertise and calm, professional approach gave us confidence in our numbers and supported better decision-making across the business. I would recommend Adrian and Exec Capital without hesitation.”
Josh Haugh — MAS Technicae Group (International) Ltd, West Sussex
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