The Executive Search Experts for Charities

Finding a new CEO or Director is high-stakes. We’ve sat on both sides of the table, so we know what to look for beyond a strong CV. We work as a specialist executive search partner for charities that need leaders capable of handling the current pressures of the sector

Executive search for exceptional charity leaders

AAW is the UK’s leading executive search partner for the charity and non-profit sector. Founded and led by senior fundraising leaders who’ve raised over US $2 billion, we combine insider sector experience with world-class search expertise to appoint leaders who deliver real transformation.

Our CEO, Imogen, explains how we make you stand out in today’s competitive environment.

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Executive Search Excellence for the
Not-for-Profit Sector

Every AAW search begins with understanding — of your mission, culture, strategy and the leadership challenges you face. Our consultants draw on decades of experience inside the non-profit sector to frame each search around what success truly looks like for your organisation.

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or call +44 (0) 7586 812 075

"The results were wonderful. Not only did they fill our four positions first time round, but the experience we had working with Suzie and her team was outstanding"

Joanne Dunsford | Global Director of Fundraising and Communications | Animals Asia
"AAW’s search for our Director was expertly conducted, using eye-catching and striking social media assets to drive up an excellent response rate. The team are responsive, intuitive, brings challenge in the right way when needed, and delivered the result we all hoped for"

Craig Jones | CEO | Royal Osteoporosis Society
“AAW have phenomenal knowledge and connections in the not-for-profit fundraising sector. They understood our brief, listened to our feedback and we are delighted with the successful appointment"

Rose Caldwell | CEO | Plan International UK

Our record speaks for itself

80%

Of the top 25 charities that we’ve placed roles for

500+

Fundraising leaders placed over 10 years

£1b+

Raised by AAW appointments

Learn what drives our success

Roles we have recently placed

Executive Director of Engagement & Fundraising

Appointing a leader to drive bold, new fundraising and engagement strategies to strengthen visibility and reach.
Executive Director of Brand, Marketing & Fundraising

Finding an inspirational leader to integrate fundraising with marketing and brand success.
Executive Director of Charities

Appointing an ambitious and senior fundraiser to drive the future of three charity brands: Guy’s and St Thomas’ Charity, Guy’s Cancer Charity and Evalina Children’s Charity.