Executive Search

At 4c, headhunting is our core focus – discovering and attracting the best leaders for our clients business-critical roles.

We understand that a ‘one size fits all’ approach is not the answer and as such have devised three distinct methodologies to cover Executive, NED and Interim assignments.

Howard Hastings

Managing Director

Hastings hotels

"We were in the market for a very senior appointment and 4c Executive helped us access a pool of candidates who may not have been aware of the opportunity. "

Sector Solutions

We fully understand businesses’ need for high calibre leaders to facilitate their growth plans, export ambitions and to act as a brand ambassador for market-leading products and services.

Jonny Petrie

CEO

Ulster Rugby

"We were in the market for a critical and niche role and 4c took the time to understand the objectives and pressures around that role."

About 4c

4c Executive was launched in 2013 and quickly established ourselves as the leading provider of true executive search services in Northern Ireland, Great Britain and further afield.

Ben Stocks

CEO

Leckey Designs

"When we look at making strategic appointments, we like working with 4c Executive because they understand what we need, and the search and selection process works well for us."

Gordon Carson

As Managing Director of 4c Executive, Gordon leads the team to deliver the exceptional service for which it is widely reputed across its three core business divisions: 4c Executive Search, 4c Boardroom and 4c Third Sector.

Prior to joining 4c, Gordon held a number of senior roles in the services sector in the UK and Ireland, following more than a decade within the manufacturing sector across Europe and the USA.

With over 25 years’ international business experience, Gordon possesses a strong strategic outlook and an outstanding practical knowledge of the key commercial factors driving a business’s sustainable growth and success. His wealth of experience in senior business development roles has instilled in him an unfaltering commitment to setting exceptionally high standards and exceeding client expectations at all times.