Our Team

An industry veteran with two decades of company service, Nick joined The SJB Group early in the company’s evolution and has developed his expertise alongside the ever-changing technology services marketplace. He presently leads The SJB Group as Managing Director and as Global Head of Executive Search at SJB’s parent company, Talent Solutions, a division of the ManpowerGroup. Nick is networked internationally up to c-suite and across a variety of businesses from embryonic start-ups to Global Blue-Chip players. Over the years Nick has recruited and mentored newcomers to SJB and has been instrumental in the development of the company’s collateral and go-to-market strategy, both aspects benefiting from his natural flair for business and creative style.

A Technology Services SME, Anna joined The SJB Group in 2010 as a Delivery Consultant, initially filling critical hire assignments in leadership positions for both sales & delivery, before moving into a leadership role, directly managing SJB’s full delivery function. In 2019, Anna transitioned further into key client management and sits now as Client Partner & Head of Operations, where she is the go-to for some of our most strategically important customers, whilst ensuring our business runs optimally. Knowledgeable in the market, personable in her approach and a keen advocate for Diversity & Inclusion, Anna ensures we continually deliver quality to clients at pace, improve our processes and offerings, while supporting our clients’ wider business objectives.

Sandip comes with over 20 years’ experience in Executive Search. He has led complex multi-hire programmes across the global technology landscape with specialisation in c-suite, leadership and special projects within PE/VC backed enterprise including pre and post-IPO. Previously, Sandip worked for a decade in the Financial Services sector where he partnered with Investment Banks, Sovereign Wealth Funds, Hedge Fund and FinTech clients on their front office searches across the Americas, EMEA, and Asia Pacific. Prior to this Sandip worked with a variety of international corporations leading high profile searches in strategy and corporate development.

Mike is a highly experienced Executive Search professional with over 30 years of success in supporting clients across diverse industries and markets. Throughout his career, he has built a global network of professionals, driven by an unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional service to both clients and candidates. His passion lies in creating an outstanding experience, consistently striving to provide a best-in-class service. With a deep understanding of the challenges organisations face in attracting and retaining top-tier senior and leadership talent, Mike offers a dynamic, tailored alternative to the traditional one-size-fits-all Executive Search process & pricing model. He works closely with key stakeholders, customising his approach to each assignment to deliver an agile and highly personalised service that aligns with his clients’ unique needs. Mike specialises in Executive Search across C-Suite, Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain, and Technology, spanning all industry sectors across the world. His ability to engage directly with top-level decision-makers, combined with his commitment to a bespoke approach, ensures he consistently delivers outstanding results.

With a wealth of knowledge in the IT Services and Digital Technology markets across both public and private sector, Julienne is a longstanding member of the SJB Leadership team. During her 15 years with the business Julienne has run our on-site Critical Hire Outsource at our flagship client, being responsible for senior stakeholder management whilst simultaneously ensuring a quality high-touch service. Julienne is also currently responsible for SJB’s service provision into strategic new clients, operating as a trusted partner whilst collaborating with senior business leaders and HR to deliver our high-end executive talent and hiring solutions. Julienne is passionate about DE&I and works closely with our customers to bring innovative approaches to diversity within the senior levels of their organisations. Prior to her career at SJB, Julienne worked in Executive and Interim Search both in-house and for tier one agencies.

Calum has moved up the ranks quickly in his 5 years with the SJB Group. Starting with us as a Delivery Consultant, he hit the ground running managing critical search mandates across our key clients, primarily servicing System Integrators, Technology Consulting firms and Software Product businesses, ranging from SME, to Fortune 500. Through honing his search and delivery skills over the years, Calum is now a Client Partner, managing a blend of direct client relationships whilst delivering key search mandates across the wider business. A tenacious and dedicated problem solver, Calum brings a personal touch to client and candidate relationships at all levels, whether sourcing hard to find specialists, managing high volume projects or advising on market trends.

With 13 years’ experience across technology consulting and software solutions sales, Justin Laurie transitioned into executive search in 2014 when he joined the SJB Group. Justin’s real world industry experience enables him to engage in more meaningful and authentic discussions with both candidates and customers alike. Justin’s passion for executive search and considerable technology industry knowledge enables him to qualify and attract the best possible talent for clients in often the most niche of subject matter. He has executed searches resulting in successful senior and leadership appointments across sales, consulting and solution delivery disciplines within the UK’s most successful technology services business. Justin recently re-joined The SJB Group to deliver our special projects for key clients and expand our client base into high-growth, new and disruptive technology markets.

An experienced professional with an international background, Shay began her career supporting Fortune 500 companies relocating teams across East Asia, developing deep expertise in fostering cohesion and collaboration across multi-jurisdictional environments. Returning to the U.K. in 2020, she expanded her cross-cultural skill set into legal recruitment. Prior to joining SJB, Shay moved up the ranks quickly within a major London recruitment firm, placing junior, mid-level and senior lawyers into UK, International and US law firms across Corporate, Banking & Finance, Funds, Litigation and Real Estate.Since joining SJB, Shay has continued to evolve her capabilities, now focusing on mid- to senior-level mandates and working closely with clients to deliver precise and commercially aligned solutions. Her remit spans Real Estate, Financial Services, Private Equity, Engineering and Energy, allowing her to partner effectively with a broad range of stakeholders across specialist and complex markets. Well-networked across multiple seniorities, she brings a consultative approach shaped by her global experience and strong commercial insight.