Executive Search
The future of your legacy
Talent Solutions
Executive Search Services
Our executive search services go beyond merely filling roles; they are crafted to secure the leaders who will define the future of your business. We specialize in leadership transitions across various industries and functions, identifying and recruiting exceptional senior talent while tailoring every search to your unique needs, including Founder succession and effective succession planning.
By combining cutting-edge research methods with our extensive, trusted network, we uncover hidden talent. Each potential leader is thoroughly assessed not only for their experience and track record but also for cultural alignment and long-term fit, which are crucial for successful executive coaching.
Succession Planning
Our succession planning services are designed to give founders and organisations the confidence that leadership transitions are never left to chance. We assist you in looking beyond the immediate, identifying and developing potential successors for your most critical roles, ensuring your business is always prepared for the future.
Working in close partnership with you, we take the time to understand your company’s vision, culture, and long-term goals. From there, we build a comprehensive succession plan that balances today’s operational needs with tomorrow’s leadership requirements. This includes executive coaching to assess internal talent, exploring external options through executive search, and providing development strategies to strengthen your leadership pipeline for effective founder succession.
Executive Coaching
Our executive coaching services are specifically designed to unlock the full potential of leaders at every stage of their leadership transitions. Whether you’re a newly appointed executive, a founder moving into a chair role during succession planning, or an experienced leader facing fresh challenges, our coaching provides the tools and perspective needed to thrive.
Each programme is fully customised, shaped around the unique needs of the individual and the goals of the organisation. Through one-to-one sessions, structured frameworks, and practical feedback, we help leaders enhance their skills, strengthen decision-making, and build the confidence to navigate complex situations, all while preparing for future executive search opportunities.
About the founder
Churchgate Consulting - Josef Woodward
I’ve spent over twenty years helping businesses through executive search to secure the leaders who can take them to the next stage. One thing has always been clear: the right appointment isn’t just about skills; it’s about cultural fit, trust, and a shared vision for the future.
Working closely with founders and CEOs in peer advisory groups has provided me with real insight into the challenges of founder succession, from the fear of disruption to the responsibility of protecting a legacy. I understand what matters most during leadership transitions because I’ve participated in those conversations and guided leaders through them.
At Churchgate Consulting, I combine my expertise in executive coaching with peer group insight to give you confidence in your next move. My approach is consultative, discreet, and tailored. The goal isn’t just to replace you, but to secure a leader who respects what you’ve built and has the vision to take it further, ensuring effective succession planning.
