Exec Capital
Executive Recruitment and Search is our specialism we are a London based headhunting boutique covering the South East of the UK.
EXEC CAPITAL is a boutique recruitment agency that specialises in connecting start-ups and businesses with senior management professionals. We take a tailored approach to our recruiting with a 1-on-1 experience where we help clients identify their management needs before starting the recruitment process.
We’ll help identify and hire the perfect candidate to scale your business to the next level. Whatever your recruitment needs are, Exec Capital is here to help. The world of work is evolving faster than ever before. Your senior management professionals play a crucial role in future-proofing your business and navigating the changes to come.
What makes EXEC CAPITAL different is that we’re a team of management professionals with experience working with businesses across virtually every industry. We’re the industry’s leading recruitment specialists for management professionals across London and the Southeast.
Who We Are
At Exec Capital Recruitment, we understand that finding the right leaders is crucial to achieving your business objectives. With years of experience in executive search, we are dedicated to identifying and placing candidates who possess the skills, experience, and vision necessary to lead your company to new heights.
Our team of seasoned recruitment consultants has a deep understanding of various industries, from finance and technology to healthcare and manufacturing. We leverage this expertise to provide a personalized, results-driven approach to executive recruitment, ensuring that every candidate we recommend is a perfect fit for your organizational culture and strategic goals.
Our Services
Executive Search
We offer comprehensive executive search services designed to help you find the best leaders in the market. Our rigorous search process includes:
- In-Depth Consultation: We take the time to understand your company's needs, culture, and strategic direction to ensure we find candidates who align with your vision.
- Market Research: We conduct thorough market research to identify and engage with top talent, including passive candidates who may not be actively seeking new opportunities.
- Candidate Assessment: Our detailed evaluation process ensures that every candidate we present has the necessary qualifications, experience, and leadership capabilities.
- Negotiation & Onboarding: We assist with offer negotiations and support the onboarding process to ensure a smooth transition for both the candidate and your organization.
Interim Executive Placement
Need experienced leadership on a temporary basis? Our interim executive placement service connects you with senior professionals who can step in and make an immediate impact. Whether you need an interim CEO, CFO, or another C-suite executive, we have a network of seasoned leaders ready to help you navigate periods of change or fill critical gaps.
Board Advisory & Recruitment
Building a strong board of directors is essential for governance and strategic oversight. Our board advisory and recruitment services focus on identifying individuals with the expertise and independence required to guide your organization effectively. We work closely with you to ensure your board is well-rounded, diverse, and aligned with your long-term objectives.
Exec Capital
Money Matters: CEO Salaries in the UK
"Hello and welcome to Money Matters, the podcast where we break down the biggest financial stories and trends that impact our everyday lives. I’m your host, Adrian Lawrence, and today we’re diving into a topic that often sparks heated debates—CEO salaries in the UK. Are top executives really worth those multi-million-pound paychecks? How do their salaries compare to the average worker's? And what does this say about the state of income inequality in the country? We’ll cover all of that and more today, so let’s jump right in."
Host (H):
"Let’s start with the numbers. The average FTSE 100 CEO earned a staggering £3.91 million in 2022, according to a report by the High Pay Centre. That’s about 118 times the average worker’s salary in the UK. Yes, you heard that right—118 times! Now, to give you a little perspective, back in the late 1970s, this pay ratio was closer to 20:1. So what happened? Why did CEO pay explode?"
"One of the reasons is that the role of the CEO has changed over the last few decades. There's a belief in the corporate world that CEOs are not just managers; they’re visionaries, strategists, and essential to the company’s success. That has driven boards of directors to offer highly competitive pay packages to attract the best talent. But, there’s a growing debate around whether these pay packages are justified and whether CEOs are truly delivering value that matches their pay."
"That’s a great point. There’s also the issue of performance-based pay, right? A large part of a CEO’s compensation can come in the form of bonuses and stock options that are tied to the company’s performance. How much of this pay is performance-driven?"
"Quite a lot of it is supposed to be performance-based, but the reality can be more complicated. For example, many CEOs still receive substantial bonuses even when their company’s performance is subpar. This is one of the key criticisms—that there’s often a disconnect between what CEOs are paid and how well the business is doing, especially in terms of long-term value. If the company’s share price rises, the CEO gets rewarded, but that doesn’t always mean the business itself is becoming more sustainable or successful for the long haul."
"And that disconnect is where some of the controversy lies. Critics argue that it’s not just about paying CEOs for success, but about how success is defined—whether it’s purely financial or also includes things like employee wellbeing and environmental impact. Let’s talk about the broader social implications of these massive paychecks. Many people feel like there’s a growing gap between the rich and the rest of society. What role does CEO pay play in income inequality in the UK?"
"It plays a huge role. When you have CEOs earning more in a single day than some employees earn in an entire year, it’s no wonder there’s growing frustration. Income inequality has been rising for years, and CEO pay is often seen as symbolic of that. It’s not just about the numbers; it sends a message about how wealth is distributed and how much value society places on different types of work. When you compare the pay of a CEO to that of, say, a nurse or a teacher, you start asking tough questions about what we really value as a society."
"And it’s not just about workers in the same company, right? There’s a geographical dimension as well—people living outside of London and the South East of England are often earning far less, while many top executives are concentrated in these wealthier areas."
Exactly. The cost of living is already high in the UK, especially in major cities, and that’s making things even tougher for everyday workers. When the people at the top are earning tens of millions while others are struggling to pay rent or buy groceries, it feels like two different worlds.
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