The Barton Partnership

About Us

The Barton Partnership is a specialist strategic talent solutions provider, seamlessly bridging the gap between strategy and execution.  We offer executive search, interim and independent consulting, and consulting solutions to our global client base.

Since 2007, we have partnered with FTSE-listed and Fortune 500 companies across all sectors and industries; SMEs, Strategic, Innovation & Management Consulting firms (large and boutique), Global Financial Services, Private Equity and their Portfolio businesses.

We combine deep sector expertise with our specialist functional focus, at scale. Our Consulting Network is ranked in the Financial Times UK’s Leading Management Consultant Report, and we are recognised by Forbes as one of the World’s Best Management Consulting Firms. We offer the precision of a niche specialist with the reach and service level of a global search firm. Our integrated approach uniquely aligns talent strategies with business goals, ensuring every placement — interim, permanent, or consulting — delivers measurable impact for our clients.

As a B-Corp™ certified business, we hold ourselves accountable to a higher benchmark of sustainable business practices, committed to driving positive change for our clients, community, and the environment.

We support our clients globally from offices in London, New York, Singapore, and Sydney.

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Solutions And Expertise

We support our clients’ growth aspirations and inspire organisational change across our core functions.

Solutions
  • Advisory Services
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Executive Search
  • Executive Search Advisory Services
  • Interim
  • Mgmt. Consulting
  • On-Demand Recruiting
Industries
  • All Industries
Functions
  • Data/Analytics
  • Economics & Disputes
  • ESG & Sustainability
  • Mergers/Acquisitions/Divestitures
  • Strategy
  • Transformation & Change

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News Briefings

The Barton Partnership Appoints Leader of Independent Consulting Practice

The Barton Partnership, a U.K.-based executive search firm, has appointed BJ Clinton as North America director and senior vice president to lead its independent consulting practice. “I couldn’t be more excited to welcome BJ to our team,” said Mike Doud, EVP, North America. “I’ve had the pleasure of working with him in a previous chapter

The Barton Partnership Names Leader for North American Expansion

The Barton Partnership, a U.K.-based executive search firm, has appointed Michael J. Doud as executive vice president, North America. He will lead the firm’s continued strategic expansion in the North American market. “The North American market is a huge opportunity for us as a firm; our proposition is well-established, and we have a talented team

The Barton Partnership Appoints New CEO

The Barton Partnership, a U.K.-based executive search firm, has appointed group managing director Oliver Phoenix as chief executive officer. Founder Nicholas Barton will continue in his role as advisor and brand ambassador. “I couldn’t be prouder or more excited to announce Olly’s appointment to CEO as we move into the 18th year since I founded The

The Barton Partnership Forms Alliance with Strategy in Action

The Barton Partnership, a U.K.-based executive search firm, has formed alliance with Strategy in Action, a leader in the field of strategy formulation and execution. “We are delighted to partner with Strategy in Action to offer our clients a comprehensive and innovative approach to strategy,” said Oliver Phoenix, managing director EMEA. “By integrating SiA’s platform

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Press Releases

The Barton Partnership appoints Mike Doud as Executive Vice President to Lead North America expansion

Specialist talent solutions provider The Barton Partnership is delighted to announce the appointment of Michael J. Doud to the role of Executive Vice President, North America. Mike will lead the firm’s continued strategic expansion in the North American market, helping businesses grow and evolve by connecting them with top-tier talent and enhancing the firm’s global

The Barton Partnership announces Oliver Phoenix as new CEO

The Barton Partnership is delighted to announce the promotion of Group Managing Director, Oliver Phoenix to Chief Executive Officer.. ​ Oliver has been instrumental to the business’s success in the past 10 years and is well-positioned to guide The Barton Partnership through its next growth phase. He has successfully driven expansion across the UK and throughout

The Barton Partnership Partners With Strategy In Action Platform

The Barton Partnership, an executive recruitment, fractional advisory, and independent consulting services firm specialising in Strategy & M&A, Digital, Data & Analytics, ESG & Sustainability, and Transformation & Change, is pleased to announce its partnership with Strategy in Action, a leader in the field of strategy formulation and execution. This partnership will see The Barton

The Barton Partnership Recognized On Forbes’ List Of ‘Worlds’ Best Management Consulting Firms’ For Second Consecutive Year

The Barton Partnership is delighted to announce its recognition in Forbes’ list of the World’s Best Management Consulting Firms 2024 for the second consecutive year. Compiled by Statista in collaboration with Forbes, the World’s Best Management Consulting Firms list showcases the foremost Management Consulting Firms and Consulting Networks independently recommended by clients and consultants. This

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