We are Dryden Search

A service based on experience,
trust and discretion.

Established in 2019, Dryden Search has quickly established a reputation as a leading recruiter and advisor for the executive search industry.

 

We do not advertise but use our knowledge and network to proactively search for talent as opposed to passively matching available candidates. Our approach is highly personalised; helping founders, CEO’s and Partners build the right teams with the right people.

 

Our client portfolio covers some of the very best executive search firms in the UK and contingent/search firms in the United States. Whether you are seeking to move to a large firm or small, are a researcher or fee earner, we can introduce you to some of the most innovative firms and roles the market has to offer.

ABOUT US

Our Consultants

Daniel has worked in recruitment for over 19 years. Prior to co-founding Dryden, Daniel's experience included 6 years in New York establishing a specialist governance recruitment firm from scratch and managing a London based European recruitment team as a response to Brexit. At Dryden, Daniel focusses on business origination and executive search hiring at all levels. He also oversees our annual executive search compensation report. Daniel is married with two sons (James and Max) and is a keen follower of Liverpool FC.

Daniel Close

Managing Partner

Dan has worked in recruitment for over 20 years and prior to co-founding Dryden, ran a senior appointments division covering roles to C-suite across finance, governance and general management. He has a track record of developing high performing Consultants, Managers and Directors and uses his knowledge of the DNA of a successful recruiter to help advise on career paths and identify the best talent in the market. At Dryden, Dan leads retained assignments for Director and Partner level hiring and has an in-depth network across Legal, HR, Finance and Private Equity. Outside of work, he is a dad to two boys (Theo and Zac) and husband of a chocoholic!

Dan Flynn

Managing Partner