Nick Robeson

Nick Robeson is recognised as a leading figure in the executive search industry with a 20-year track record. He has built successful businesses in both Ireland and the United Kingdom. His reputation has been built on advising C-suite executives on how to identify top talent and get the very best out of their teams. Nick recruits high-calibre executives, board members and interim executives who add value and bring about transformation. His extensive network is built on long-term strategic partnerships.

Professional Focus

20 years’ experience in and a founder of two leading executive recruitment firms
Executive, board and functional leadership in a range of functions: finance, HR, IT, procurement & supply chain, shared services; all aspects of portfolio, programme and project management
Equity, diversity & inclusion (EDI) expert, representing Boyden on the AESC (Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants) Diversity Leadership Council, Europe & Africa
Consulting expertise encompassing business turnaround and transformation, crisis and change management, operational efficiency, human capital
Track record of placements: Chairman, CEO, COO, Transformation Director, Change Director, General Manager, Marketing Director, HR Director, Programme Director, CIO

Business Expertise

Co-Founder and CEO of a firm specialising in identifying executive and board-level talent
Founder of a London-based international interim executive firm
Global Practice Leader for Boyden, 2003-2008
Board Member, Boyden UK Executive Search and Interim Management, 2000-2008
Expert in delivering high-performing team programmes

Practice Membership

Global Cross-Sector Practices

CEO & Board Services
Private Equity & Venture Capital
Professional Services

Additional Sector Expertise

Construction
Consumer Goods/CPG/FMCG
Energy
Human Resources
Interim Management
Technology
Social Impact

Education & Certifications

St Columba’s College, Dublin
The British School of Jakarta

Affiliations & Awards

Council Member, AESC Diversity Leadership Council

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Case Study

Strengthening Financial Leadership in Private Equity-Backed Manufacturing and Energy Logistics

In the complex landscape of energy logistics, our private equity client was seeking a visionary financial leader to steer its ambitious growth trajectory. Here, we explore how Boyden navigated this challenge, securing a strategic VP Finance and Accounting equipped to fortify financial foundations and drive operational excellence.