FLEETWOOD SAUNDERS
Financial Services Talent Partner
Our candidates trust us to be honest, realistic and respectful of their careers
At Fleetwood Saunders we work with senior professionals across Financial Services, providing measured, honest counsel throughout the search process.
This is not volume recruitment. It is considered search.
Our approach is straightforward - if a role is not right for you, we will say so. If the timing is wrong, we will say so. If expectations need adjusting, we will say so. Our role is not to "place" you. It is to ensure that when you move, it is for the right reasons.
We believe senior professionals deserve honesty and transparency, not hype.
Senior career decisions are rarely simple. They involve multiple elements such as reputation, timing, family, compensation, regulation, politics and long-term trajectory. They deserve careful thought - not opportunistic calls.
Strategic
career conversations
Confidential discussions about your long-term career trajectory, positioning and timing - not just current vacancies.
You can expect clear communication, realistic timelines and honest feedback - no misrepresentation and no inflated promises.
And if the timing isn't right, that's absolutely fine too.
We value long term relationships,
not quick wins.
Market insight before market activity
Clear perspective on compensation, hiring trends and demand across the Financial Services sector.
If we represent you for a role, it is because we believe there is genuine alignment, not because we are trying to generate activity.
We have already taken the time to get to know you, your expertise, your motivations - we do the same with our clients, so we are ready to explore the market with you when you are.
Candid feedback and support throughout
Direct feedback on CV positioning, interview approach and market perception. We are here to support you throughout the entire journey.
We work on mostly retained and assignment-led projects, partnering closely with clients. As a result, we do not represent every candidate who contacts us.
If there is alignment, we are committed. If there is not, we will be honest and try to help if we can.
Discretion
and Confidentiality
Senior searches require trust between all parties, at every stage of the process. Conversations are handled with care and confidentiality at all times.
If you would value a discreet conversation about your longer-term direction within financial services, you are welcome to get in touch.
Not every conversation leads to a career move, but the right ones lead to the right decisions and a trusting, lasting relationship.
Start a conversation
Please complete the form to get in touch and arrange an initial confidential call to see how we can help.
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Our founders guide for candidates - Available here
Our philosophy underpins the book written by our founder, Honest Recruiter, which brings greater clarity and integrity to an industry that often lacks both.
Fleetwood Saunders was created to embody that approach in practice: a calm, advisory-led search firm focusing on helping Financial Services professionals make better decisions and respecting the candidates journey throughout.
Honest Recruiter takes you on a candid job search journey, exploring how best to navigate it all and how to get the most out of the tools at your disposal, including getting the most of your relationship with recruiters.
It's not a bullet proof guide on how to get the perfect job - but it will hopefully make your journey more informed and easier to navigate.
“We have worked with Danielle on a number of important searches and have found her to be proactive, knowledgeable and extremely professional in the way she goes about business. danielle is our first port of call whenever we have a new job role to fill."
Managing Director, Regulatory Consultancy