We are a different type of executive search firm.

Because recruitment needs a shake-up. Our mission is to improve socioeconomic diversity in leadership and give everyone the same opportunity to thrive – regardless of their background. We work with purposeful organisations who don’t just want leaders, but who want to redefine leadership.

  • We're breaking down barriers

  • Organisations that exist to tackle some of the world’s greatest socioeconomic, health, and environmental challenges need exceptional leaders.

    As a values-led search firm, we embed social mobility into our campaigns. We’ll help you find diverse talent and impactful leaders. Not predictable ones.

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Our Clients

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Ronald McDonald House UK
Social Finance
IC24
User Voice
Royal Marsden
Crisis
War Child
Global Witness
Renewable World
Spectrum
BDA
Turn2us
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  • “Communication was superb! The process was made extremely easy due to the due diligence of the team and the support they provided. We couldn't have been happier with the expertise provided.”

    Michelle Catterson

    Chair, British Dyslexia Association

    “ We loved the thoughtful and very structured process you took us through. The feedback we got at each stage was very clear and insightful and made decision making straight forward.”

    Ella Joseph

    CEO, Ronald McDonald House Charities

    “The whole process was excellent - everything promised in the proposal was delivered. ”

    Antonia Dalmahoy

    Managing Director, The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity

    “The quality of the candidates that came through the process was excellent, making for a difficult decision.”

    Michael Barnett

    Chair, User Voice

    “Tall Roots were outstanding. We had a very strong shortlist of candidates for a tricky role to get right. Excellent job!”

    Toby Eccles

    Executive Director, Social Finance

    "Mark was genuinely interested in me, my career and experience. His approach was authentic, professional but friendly”

    Louise Firth

    Director of Fundraising, Marketing and Communications

    "As a candidate, I felt safe and supported. It was an inclusive process and they really helped me feel prepared and updated throughout - I genuinely can't fault them"

    Ellen Broome

    CEO, British Dyslexia Foundation

    "Working with Tall Roots was a joy. We really appreciate the support and would not hesitate to work with them again."

    Louise Harris

    Chief Operating Officer, Crisis UK

  • Michelle Catterson

    Chair, British Dyslexia Association

    Ella Joseph

    CEO, Ronald McDonald House Charities

    Antonia Dalmahoy

    Managing Director, The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity

    Michael Barnett

    Chair, User Voice

    Toby Eccles

    Executive Director, Social Finance

    Louise Firth

    Director of Fundraising, Marketing and Communications

    Ellen Broome

    CEO, British Dyslexia Foundation

    Louise Harris

    Chief Operating Officer, Crisis UK

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  • News

    Journeys to Leadership: Segun Olowookere, Executive Director Finance & Strategy, The Children's Society

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      12th November 2026

  • Insights

    Journeys to Leadership: Simon Blake OBE, CEO of Stonewall

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    2. Date posted

      5th November 2026

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    Journeys to Leadership: Marcia Bluck, Director of People, Culture & Governance at Turn2us

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    2. Date posted

      30th October 2026