Julian Minett

CEO at Spencer Group, Global Executive Search in Education and Pharmaceutical Technology

United Kingdom

About

CEO | Executive Search Leader | Specialist in eClinical/PharmaTech and EdTech/Global Education With over 30 years in recruitment and more than 20 in executive search, I partner with VC-backed, PE-backed, and mission-led organisations in high-growth, complex sectors. My focus is global board, C-suite, and senior functional hiring across PharmaTech and Global Education. I approach search as a strategic discipline. Every assignment is led by data, driven by structured dialogue, and shaped by context. The goal is always the same: clear, confident hiring decisions that fuel growth. My background in science informs how I work. I am analytical, curious, and grounded in evidence. I bring structure to ambiguity and clarity to complexity. Clients value my ability to challenge constructively, connect patterns, and deliver results. At Spencer Group, I also focus on growing internal talent. Developing people is as important to me as identifying them. Whether it's supporting founders scaling fast or mentoring consultants into trusted advisors, progress remains the central thread. Beyond work, I’m a family man, history enthusiast, and committed supporter of The Water Project. Clean water access should be universal, and I support efforts that make that a reality.

Experience

  • The Spencer Group (Reading, United Kingdom)
    • CEO
      Jan 2008 - Present · 18 yrs 6 mos

    • Director
      Jan 2004 - 2008 · 4 yrs 1 mo

  • Senior Consultant at Talentmark
    2001 - 2004 · 3 yrs

  • Executive Search Consultant at Morgan Howard
    Jan 1999 - 2001 · 2 yrs 1 mo

  • Branch Manager at Austin Benn
    1994 - 1999 · 5 yrs