Recruiting For Northern Growth

Operating at the Intersection of Finance & Growth
About FatGreen Executive
FatGreen Executive recuits at the intersection of finance, investment and growth.
We appoint leaders for Northern financial services firms and C‑suite Directors for growth SMEs backed by the finance community.
Working across the Northern dealmaking landscape, we help shape the region’s future..
Trusted by Northern Dealmakers
We operate at the intersection of finance and growth.
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We recruit leaders for Financial & Professional services firms in Manchester, Leeds and Newcastle.​
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Our Financial & Professional servives clients introduce us to the SME's they advise during corporate inititiaves which require human capital solsutions.
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Corporate initiatives include:
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Private Equity Investment
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Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)
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Restructuring
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Capital Raising
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When strategy shifts, leadership must follow.
Precision Search with Real World Experience
Our team includes business owners and former leaders in Executive Search, Corporate Finance, Corporate Law and Insurance who draw on real world experience.
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We combine experiece with psychometric and cryptographic analysis, as well as AI-powered databases, amplified by targeted outreach from our CMO.
We bring judgement and sector insight to every appointment across:
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Corporate Finance & M&A
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Restructuring
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Private Equity & Venture Capital
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Tax
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C-Suite & Board
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We are a strategic ally to the Northern economy.​​

Our Recruitment Solutions
FatGreen Executive recruit leaders for Northern Financial & Professional Services firms, as well as the high-growth SME's they advise.
When ambitious businesses undertake investment, M&A or restructuring, we ensure leadership is ready to scale.
With three decades of experience in Corporate Finance, Law and Executive Search, we provide the judgement, access and the credibility to secure appointments that last.

Financial & Professional Services
Appointing leaders for Northern Financial & Professional Services firms.
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Corporate Finance, M&A
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Corporate Restructuring
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Private Equity & Venture Capital
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Transaction Services
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Tax​

C-Suite Appointments
Appointing C-Suite leaders for high-growth SME's supported by the regoinal finance community.
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Chair
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CEO
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CFO
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COO
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CMO
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CTO​
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Succession Planning
Helping Boards to maximise team performance.
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Mentoring, helping leaders grow with confidence.
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Peer-to-peer advisory boards for shared insights.
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Board assessment to ensure the right balance of skills.
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Psychometric & Graphology analysis to understand individual traits and team dynamics
"FatGreen Executive’s clear understanding and detailed knowledge of the competitor talent in the regional M&A market was a key factor in securing our Head of Corporate Finance in Leeds."
Matthew Flower
Partner & UK Head of Corporate Finance, FRP
"We have known Nick for many years. He is a highly valued recruitment specialist to many of the different parts of Ryecroft Glenton.
I’d highly recommend Nick to any business looking for senior recruits in the professional services sector. He draws upon huge amounts of experience; we really value his advice and counsel. When he is working with us, we have a high degree of comfort and reassurance that matters will be dealt with in the most appropriate and effective manner."
Nick Johnson
Corporate Finance Partner, Ryecroft Glenton
Frequently asked questions
What sectors does FatGreen Executive specialise in?
We appoint leaders for Financial Services firms and Private Equity backed portfolio companies across Yorkshire and the North.
What type of roles do you recruit?
We specialise in leadership appointments, including C-Suite, Board Directors and functional heads.
How do you ensure fit between candidates and businesses?
Years of experience, a disciplined search methodology, leading Ai enabled recruitment databases incorporating sophisticated outreach capability, as well as online assessment and graphology analysis.
What makes FatGreen Executive different from other recruitment firms?
Defined geographical and sector focus, real-life experience and a corporate culture founded on integrity and maturity.




