Harvey John
Unit 2 Ferry Wharf
Hove Enterprise Centre
Basin Road North
Portslade, East Sussex
BN41 1BD
Charles Haward
Principal Consultant
Charles specialises in senior finance search, with a particular focus on PE-backed, VC-backed, and pre-IPO businesses within the £50m to £300m revenue range. Operating across the EMEA and North America, he has developed a formidable reputation for navigating the complexities of fast-growth businesses at critical points of transition.
His work centres on CFO and Finance Director appointments, alongside senior leadership mandates where the quality of the hire is pivotal to shaping a company’s next stage of growth. Whether it is a first-time PE-backed CFO hire, a post-acquisition finance restructure, or preparing a business for exit, Charles brings a sophisticated understanding of the human capital required to drive commercial success.
Core Areas of Expertise:
• Executive Search: Focused on CFO and FD mandates for high-growth and transitioning businesses.
• Specialist Transitions: Supporting first-time PE/VC appointments and pre-IPO restructures.
• Interim Leadership: Rapid deployment for turnarounds, M&A activity, and strategic exits.
Charles favours a consultative, culture-led approach, acting as a trusted advisor who seeks to deliver talent that exceeds market expectations. By pairing deep market intelligence with a commitment to precision over volume, he remains a key partner for organisations building world-class finance functions.
His work centres on CFO and Finance Director appointments, alongside senior leadership mandates where the quality of the hire is pivotal to shaping a company’s next stage of growth. Whether it is a first-time PE-backed CFO hire, a post-acquisition finance restructure, or preparing a business for exit, Charles brings a sophisticated understanding of the human capital required to drive commercial success.
Core Areas of Expertise:
• Executive Search: Focused on CFO and FD mandates for high-growth and transitioning businesses.
• Specialist Transitions: Supporting first-time PE/VC appointments and pre-IPO restructures.
• Interim Leadership: Rapid deployment for turnarounds, M&A activity, and strategic exits.
Charles favours a consultative, culture-led approach, acting as a trusted advisor who seeks to deliver talent that exceeds market expectations. By pairing deep market intelligence with a commitment to precision over volume, he remains a key partner for organisations building world-class finance functions.
