Global Retail Recruitment is an international retail executive search firm specialising in the appointment of Heads of function, Directors and C-level leaders across the retail and consumer sectors.
We partner with boards, CEOs and senior leadership teams to deliver retained, partner-led executive search across complex, high-growth and international markets.
Retail Executive Search for Senior Leadership
Global Retail Recruitment conducts retained executive search for senior retail leadership roles, supporting organisations at critical points of growth, transformation, market entry and succession.
Our mandates typically include:
Chief Executive Officers and Managing Directors
C-suite leaders (Commercial, Operations, Finance, Digital, HR)
Regional and Country Heads
Retail Directors and Heads of Function
We focus exclusively on senior leadership appointments, where sector expertise, discretion and international reach are essential.
20 years retail recruitment, executive search coupled with prior retail operations management. Working with clients such as Adidas, Nike, Alshaya, Extra, Lane Crawford, DFS T Galleria, Hudson Group, Fox Group, Unilever, Harvey Nichols, Al Mana, Central Marketing Group, Othaim, Alyasra, Tamimi, Hugo Boss, Floward, Spar International, Mulberry and many more
2026 HRD Saudi Arabia, 2026 Ecom Manager - Japan, 2026 Ecom Manager - France,2025 Retail Director (France) - Athleisure, 2025 Chief Commercial Officer - Premium (New York), 2025 Chief Commercial Officer (UAE) - Luxury, 2025 Ecommerce Technical Director (Saudi Arabia), 2025 Head of Marketplace (Saudi Arabia), 2025 Head of Trading -Ecommerce (Saudi Arabia), 2025 Operations Director - Fashion (Amsterdam), 2025 Marketing Director - Luxury brand (Singapore)
Specialised in senior retail recruitment & executive search across apparel, fashion, sportswear, footwear, lifestyle, digital and ecom sectors. Our approach is built on quality, discretion, market knowledge and long term partnerships, not CV volume. We support clients on both contingency & retained search assignments, regularly compete successfully against major global executive search firms, offering a more agile cost effective service. Our expertise includes C Suite, Director and Head of level hiring.
Ecommerce Manager
VP DTC - Asia
Head of Digital & E-Commerce, Europe
Ecommerce Manager
Human Resource Director - 6000 Employees
Retail Director - Athleisure
Chief Commercial Officer - Premium
Group Category Director - UAE
Chief Commercial Officer - DTC - Saudi Arabia
Regional Buying Director, Malta
E-commerce Director - Saudi Arabia
Marketplace Technical Director - Saudi Arabia
Loyalty Director - Saudi Arabia
Chief Operating Officer - Kuwait
MD, Saudi Arabia
Jochen Eckhold "It is an absolute pleasure doing business with Neil. He has a great network, is very responsive, flexible and “gets” client needs. Working with him feels like working with an immediate extension of the recruiting department"
Jochen Eckhold SVP Global HR, HUGO BOSS | Organizational Effectiveness, DigitalizationFlor Du Poy (2022) "Neil was able to find a perfectly matched job for me as an Executive Consultant. He went way and beyond to facilitate me regarding contracts, payments and travelling arrangements. He also was key in intermediation between client and myself. Neil, thanks for the good work!"
CEO – Board Member - Ex AldiDiana Styles "Neil has a knack for matching the right person with the right company and culture. Neil’s networking skills keep him connected globally and he can be counted on to make placements all over the world. His expertise and understanding of the retail space make him a valued asset when hired to source for retail roles in all the functional specialty areas (Operations, HR, Marketing, etc.). I look forward to a continued partnership with Neil."
Chief Human Resources Officer (ex-adidas) | HR TransformationSonia De Chuna -2025 "I had the pleasure of working with Neil during my recruitment process. He gave me clear insights about the company, coached me for the interviews, and boosted my confidence at every step. Thanks to his guidance, I felt fully prepared and secured the role. He is dedicated, transparent, and motivating. I am very grateful for his help and would recommend him without hesitation to any professional looking for their next step"
Retail Director – Retail Director - NIKE (Fox Group)Chris Phillips - Feb 2025 "Neil played a key role in what turned out to be a life-changing career move for me. His dedication, professionalism, and deep understanding of the role made all the difference. Thanks to his support, I’ve started an exciting new chapter — both professionally and personally. I’m truly grateful and highly recommend working with him"
Chief Merchandise & Category Officer - Kenneth Cole, Hugo Boss, Michael KorsIan Kent - 2026 "Neil is an outstanding recruiter who has successfully delivered for our business on multiple occasions, sourcing high quality candidates who have also been the “right fit” for the organization. He manages to combine a high level of honesty, integrity and long-term view which has benefited candidate and client simultaneously. In my experience he puts everyone at ease, whilst guiding and coaching candidates through the process. Neil is accessible, approachable, and very humble in his approach, whilst managing multiple searches and priorities at the same time. I would have no hesitation in recommending Neil in the future from management to board levels"
COO – Extra (Consumer Electronics), Tesco Asia
