Specialist headhunting agency

Find the person others overlook.

Www.mayflysearch.com helps hiring teams identify, approach, and secure hard-to-find talent through focused, human-led search.

Clear scope. Direct communication. No inflated shortlist.

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What to expect

A search process built on candour.

01

A focused brief

We align on the role, the market, and what success actually looks like before outreach begins.

02

Evidence, not volume

Every recommended candidate is considered against the brief—not added to make a list look busy.

03

Visible progress

You receive straightforward updates on conversations, market response, and any hiring risks we uncover.

The search

From an open seat to the right hire.

We combine market mapping, discreet outreach, and disciplined qualification to help you hire with greater confidence.

Core engagement

End-to-end headhunting for pivotal roles.

We define the target market, identify relevant people, approach them discreetly, and qualify motivation and fit before introduction.

  • Role and market calibration
  • Target-company mapping
  • Confidential candidate outreach
  • Interview and offer support
Market intelligence

Know the field before you compete.

Gain a grounded view of talent availability, likely motivations, and how your opportunity lands in the market.

Candidate assessment

Fewer introductions. Better reasons.

Profiles are presented with context around experience, interest, practical fit, and points worth testing in interview.

Your next hire

Have a role that cannot stay open?

Share the brief, the business context, and where the search is stuck. We will tell you clearly how we can help.

Discuss the role