Catalyst Associates is an executive search and advisory firm. Our areas of expertise are:

  • Executive search and selection
  • Executive coaching
  • Benchmarking and talent mapping
  • Assessment and development

We have a broad and diverse client base, including FTSE 100, multinational and private-equity funded companies. Our client range spans the following sectors: Consumer, Financial Services, Industry, Professional Institutes, Professional Services, Public Sector and Retail.

Extensive knowledge of these sectors enables Catalyst to successfully complete searches within demanding time frames and to the most exacting of briefs. Our team are unique in the fact that they have commercial backgrounds and previously worked for a number of leading firms in commercial roles, which aids their understanding of clients’ needs. We provide a professional, innovative and flexible approach, based on customer relationship management and partnership.

We are Birmingham headquartered with an office in the City of London.


Catalyst offers a complete and bespoke service covering every aspect of the recruitment and management development process, helping you to drive your business forward with the best possible people.