Clayton Desant

Clayton Desant is a specialist executive search and recruitment company established in 2012, focused exclusively on policy, government relations, regulatory affairs and public affairs recruitment. With 17 years of specialist recruitment experience, the company provides senior-led search services across the full seniority range, from first policy hires building a function through to established leaders shaping regulatory strategy at board level. Every mandate is partner-led and handled at senior level from brief to appointment, supported by a deliberately focused client portfolio to ensure depth, precision and delivery quality.

The company specialises in recruiting leadership talent across policy, public affairs, government relations and regulatory affairs sectors. Clayton Desant works with carefully selected organisations operating in complex policy and regulatory environments, providing executive search services that span the complete spectrum of seniority levels. The firm's expertise encompasses appointing public affairs, policy and regulatory leadership positions across these interconnected sectors.

Based in London and established in 2012, Clayton Desant operates across the UK and international markets, serving organisations that require specialist knowledge of policy and regulatory recruitment landscapes. The company's London-anchored approach combined with international connectivity enables it to source and place exceptional talent for clients navigating complex regulatory and policy environments. Clients choose Clayton Desant for its senior-led approach, focused client portfolio, and deep specialist expertise in policy and regulatory affairs recruitment.