Cobalt Search

Cobalt Search is a specialist executive search firm established in 2016, dedicated to providing 'A' Player leadership talent to clients across the United Kingdom, United States, Canada, and the Middle East.

The firm specializes in recruiting for Chief, Vice President, and Director-level roles across various sectors, including engineering, transportation, consulting, and technology.

Founded by Helen Goddard, who brings over 24 years of experience in recruitment, Cobalt Search emphasizes a holistic and channel-agnostic approach to talent acquisition.

This methodology involves exploring every connection, referral, route, portal, and database to identify the best possible candidates, ensuring a comprehensive search process.

Core Values and Recruitment Approach

The firm's core values—integrity, tenacity, accuracy, and delivery—are central to its operations.

Cobalt Search is committed to transparency, keeping both candidates and clients informed and engaged throughout the recruitment process.

This approach has resulted in a 96% retention rate for placed candidates, with the majority staying for at least 12 months.

Locations

Cobalt Search operates from its headquarters in Wantage, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom.

The firm has expanded its presence to include additional offices:

• Fayetteville, North Carolina, USA
• Rialto, California, USA

These locations enable Cobalt Search to serve a diverse clientele across multiple regions effectively.

Awards and Recognition

In 2023, Cobalt Search was recognized as the Best International Executive Search Firm, reflecting its dedication to excellence and innovation in the recruitment industry.

The firm's commitment to delivering the ultimate recruitment experience is evident in its tailored services, which include:

• Executive search
• Leadership search
• Scale-up services

Focus on Fit and Strategic Success

By focusing on cultural fit, operational alignment, and strategic objectives, Cobalt Search ensures that the leadership talent it places not only excels in their roles but also contributes significantly to the long-term success of the organizations they join.