Novaris Search

Novaris Search is a global executive search firm committed to creating a new era for executive recruitment through innovative, modern, and personable solutions. Led by Managing Director Olivia Banks, who brings over a decade of executive recruiting experience primarily focused on healthcare and scientific markets, the company specialises in building trusted, long-term relationships with both clients and candidates. Novaris Search operates with core values centred on personability, culture, diversity and inclusion, and success, ensuring that every interaction reflects honesty, transparency, and a commitment to excellence.

The recruitment agency specialises across multiple sectors including life sciences, medical devices, healthcare, industrial, and ingredients. The team comprises specialist consultants with deep expertise in niche markets: Josh Kennington focuses on industrial and water treatment chemicals, Imogen Odunston specialises in cosmetics and fragrance, Aoibhinn Hogan brings scientific expertise to pharmaceutical and nutraceutical contract manufacturing, Rory Carter serves the case chemicals industry, Jake Smith specialises in dental services and senior living, Ben Symonds focuses on personal care contract manufacturing, Lewis Connolly specialises in ophthalmology and optometry, and Jack Glydon serves the autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities services sector.

Based in Leeds, Novaris Search serves a global client base ranging from startups and SMEs to large multinational organisations and PE-backed companies. Clients choose Novaris Search for their combination of deep market knowledge, extensive industry connections, and unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional talent solutions. The firm's approach emphasises strategic search strategies, genuine relationship building, and a personal understanding of market dynamics, ensuring successful placements and long-lasting partnerships that drive growth for both organisations and candidates.