The Up Group

The Up Group is a leadership recruitment partner specialising in executive search and senior team building for ambitious, scaling organisations. The company works with founders, boards and investors to shape leadership teams that scale, combining insight-led advisory, proprietary search methodology and senior judgement. With over 1,500 clients supported and 67% repeat client rate, The Up Group has established itself as a trusted partner for organisations at moments of growth and transformation. The firm delivers 100% partner-led search services, ensuring senior expertise throughout every engagement.

The Up Group specialises in executive search and leadership assessment across all senior functions and geographies. The company has demonstrated particular strength in technology, financial services, and digital commerce sectors, as evidenced by recent placements including Chief Information Officer roles at FTSE-listed cybersecurity firms, Chief Marketing Officer positions at digital banks, and CEO searches for European digital classifieds businesses. With 350+ European placements and 1,000+ senior leaders convened annually through its events programme, The Up Group has built deep sector insight and market knowledge that informs every search.

Operating across the UK and Europe, The Up Group is headquartered in London and serves ambitious, category-defining organisations including venture capital and private equity backed companies, publicly listed corporations and privately held businesses. Clients choose The Up Group for its combination of pace, intellectual rigour, market knowledge and accountability. The firm's reputation for understanding client needs, delivering exceptional candidate quality and acting as a true extension of the leadership team has made it a standout partner in the executive recruitment landscape.