One North

One North Talent Group is a referral-only, boutique retained search firm exclusively focused on people leadership and HR roles. The company specialises in placing Chief People Officers, Chief Diversity Officers, Heads of Talent Acquisition, Heads of Leadership Development, Heads of Total Rewards, and Heads of HR Business Partnering within enterprise and high-growth technology companies. Their consultants are former HR practitioners and leaders themselves, bringing operational experience alongside executive search expertise.

The firm differentiates through deep specialisation and personal relationships rather than generalist recruitment. Their consultants have built broad networks within the HR and people function space, with particular strength in identifying both experienced and emerging, non-traditional talent who may not be actively job searching. One North operates on a low-volume, high-touch model, intentionally limiting searches to ensure quality partnership with each client. The team prides itself on knowing candidates as people and understanding their motivations, career goals, and fit beyond the CV.

One North is led by practitioners and former consultants who understand both the technical demands of people leadership roles and the strategic context in which those leaders operate. The firm does not operate on quota models; their reputation is built on thoughtful placement and long-term client relationships rather than volume metrics.