Global Executive Search

Identifying and securing senior leaders who drive long term performance and strategic impact.

Global Executive Search

TRC’s Global Executive Search service is designed to support organisations seeking senior leadership and C suite talent in highly competitive and complex markets. We deliver discreet, research led search solutions focused on alignment, capability, and long term value rather than short term placement.

Our approach begins with a deep understanding of your organisation’s strategy, culture, and leadership requirements. We work closely with boards, executive teams, and key stakeholders to define the profile required to lead effectively within your business and operating environment.

By leveraging our international network and sector expertise, we identify and engage high calibre leaders across global markets. Every search is managed with confidentiality, precision, and rigour, ensuring appointments that strengthen organisational performance and future resilience.

What This Service Delivers

Targeted Global Headhunting

We proactively identify and engage senior leaders through a structured research and headhunting process, accessing talent beyond active job seekers.

Confidential Search Management

All executive searches are handled with discretion, protecting sensitive business information and ensuring privacy for both clients and candidates.

Comprehensive Leadership Assessment

Candidates are assessed through in depth interviews, competency based evaluation, and cultural alignment to ensure suitability beyond technical capability.

Market and Compensation Insight

We provide informed guidance on talent availability, remuneration benchmarks, and market conditions to support strategic decision making.

Stakeholder Alignment and Communication

Clear communication and structured updates ensure alignment across boards, executives, and decision makers throughout the search process.

Post Placement Support

We support both client and candidate through onboarding and transition, helping ensure successful integration and long term impact.

Testimonials

Proven not promised

I have had the pleasure of working closely with Joe Makinson on several specialized aviation roles, and the experience has been consistently positive. Throughout our engagement, Joe maintained a highly supportive and collaborative approach, working as a true partner rather than just a service provider. Communication was clear, timely, and professional, and they were always receptive to feedback, ensuring alignment with our organizational needs.

Jenny Mathai Head of HR @ RAK Airport

I had the pleasure of working with Joe and his team and can confidently say they are outstanding professionals in the recruitment field. Joe is knowledgeable and strategic, and deeply committed to understanding both the needs of clients and the aspirations of candidates. He is clearly passionate about what he does and goes above and beyond to ensure a smooth and successful recruitment process. I highly recommend Joe — a true leader in his field.

Gurpreet Romana Station General Manager, Swissport

Can’t recommend Joe enough. Communication is key, and he was in constant contact, really listening to our needs. We will certainly work with Joe again in the future and would recommend him to anyone.

Jamie Bourke Branch manager – Sage parts

Thanks for helping Charlatte hire new team members, Joe. We are very satisfied with the focus and commitment you gave to our project.

Tim Rane Regional Manager, Charlatte UK

Joe has been a breath of fresh air to work with. It’s been a relief to receive regular candidate updates without having to chase. His communication has been fantastic, and he has consistently kept up with our pace and demands — which not many can. I would highly recommend working with him.

Izzy Arterton HR Business Partner - dnata

Joe and his team have provided excellent recruitment support to both myself and my colleagues. From the outset, Joe demonstrated a strong understanding of our complex and previously hard-to-fill roles. We are delighted to work with him and would not hesitate to recommend Joe and his team.

Rachael Ahmed HR Director, UK & Ireland - TCR

I can confidently recommend Joe for sourcing and delivering talent. Throughout our work together, he consistently demonstrated that he is a dedicated and results-driven recruiter. Joe went above and beyond to ensure requirements were fully met, taking the time to understand specific role needs and candidate scope. As a result, he identified highly qualified candidates who were an excellent fit.

Carwyn Fôn Operational Manager, Airline Ground Handling – JET2

Joe contacted me for the position in Rotana Jet, company that I’m currently working. Joe was very professional on the role process, since the first interview to intermediate the paperwork to join the company. I also would like to emphasize his knowledge in aviation that helped to select good professionals to ocupy that important position in the aviation industry.

Mauricio Corrêa Gulfstream G450 Captain

I had a great experience working with Joe, who played a key role in placing me into my current position. From the very first conversation, he was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in finding the right fit for my next role

Gabe Hills UK/ Ireland Sales Manager - Charlatte UK

It was a great experience working with Jacob. He was always polite and helpful throughout the recruitment process, providing constant updates, quick responses, clear guidance, and personalised communication. He made me feel like an individual, not just a number, and was friendly and approachable throughout. I have worked with other recruitment consultants in the past, and Jacob truly stands out from the crowd. Through him I was able to secure my new role, and I would highly recommend both him and The Recruitment Company to anyone looking to fill professional vacancies.

Phil Horn Regional Sales Manager

I am pleased to recommend Janita (TRC), with whom I had an excellent recruitment experience. From our first interaction, she demonstrated a high level of professionalism, industry knowledge, and genuine commitment to supporting candidates.

Chryshmal Peiris Travel Retail Professional

Janita was fantastic from start to finish. From our first point of contact through to the contract-signing stage, she handled everything with great efficiency and professionalism. Thank you again for all your hard work.

Lukas Fellinger Pilot, Gulfstream G550 | FAA ATP

Janita was amazing from start to finish in the recruitment process to secure me my new role in Dubai as Charter Sales Manager. I highly recommend her.

Claudia Robbertse Charter Sales Manager | Private Aviation | Dubai

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