Leading executive search consultancy Spencer Riley has reinforced its senior team, with a key promotion and two high-profile appointments, following a period of strong growth.
The Leeds-based consultancy has promoted Adam Garvey to divisional director and welcomed Jonathan Russell and Gordon Roy as head of Future Mobility and head of Business Advisory & Consultancy, respectively.
As divisional director, Adam Garvey, will lead the rapidly expanding teams in both the Construction and Food & Ingredients divisions, and drive Spencer Riley’s international reach, with a focus on the USA, Europe, and Benelux regions.
Jonathan Russell brings nearly a decade of recruitment experience within SaaS software and autonomous technologies, focusing on C-suite and VP-level roles in electric vehicles, robotics, and autonomous driving. With a forward-thinking approach and global experience, he will be helping to drive growth within these innovative industries by placing high calibre personnel who will be instrumental in forging the brands of tomorrow.
Gordon Roy, will be leveraging his international expertise in business advisory and consultancy. Specializing in corporate finance, cybersecurity, and economic consulting, Gordon has been tasked with building a dedicated team to meet today’s business challenges and future-proof organisations by upskilling their leaders and teams.
Scott Ellam, managing director of Spencer Riley, stated, “Adam’s promotion and Jonathan and Gordon’s appointments are key to our sustainable growth plans and to ensure we continue our upward trajectory. All three are highly respected in the industry and, in their new roles, will help us deliver the world-class recruitment solutions Spencer Riley is proudly renowned for.”
Speaking about his promotion, Adam Garvey commented: "In my new role, it’s key to drive not just my team, but the entire business towards achieving the best results for our clients. We’re revamping our website and services to further improve the quality we deliver to both clients and candidates. Spencer Riley is here to connect excellence, whether it's business critical positions, high volume assignments, or embedded partnership solutions."
Commenting on his appointment, Jonathan Russell, said, “I’m excited to join Spencer Riley to lead the development of the Future Mobility division. This is a sector brimming with innovation, and we can make a significant impact by placing exceptional leaders into the companies that are shaping the future of mobility.”
Gordon Roy is also looking forward to the new challenge. “Joining Spencer Riley allows me to leverage my international experience and help businesses find the right leaders to navigate complex challenges in today’s market. The company is enjoying great success, and I look forward to growing a strong team and contributing to the success of our clients.”
