WELCOME TO 2IC SEARCH
Your Partner
in Operational Excellence
Your Partner in Operational Excellence
We specialise in placing senior operational leaders in businesses up to £50m revenue. Our candidates are not just experienced; they’re visionaries capable of driving growth, managing complex operations and ensuring your business delivers on its promises.
Operations are the heartbeat of your business.
At 2iC Search, we understand that the heartbeat of every successful business is its operations. Yet, too often, business owners find themselves overwhelmed, tethered to daily tasks and unable to focus on strategic growth.
That’s where we come in.
We’re here to help you reclaim your time, amplify your impact and steer your business toward its fullest potential by finding you the perfect second-in-command.
Building High-Functioning Teams for a
High-Functioning World
WHY WORK WITH 2iC SEARCH?
Born from a passion for operational excellence and a belief that every business deserves a team aligned with its vision, 2iC Search is dedicated to transforming the way companies operate. We know that too many businesses are stagnant, underperforming and burdened by ineffective teams.
Our founder, Graham Brown, has spent over two decades matching high-calibre operational leaders with businesses ready to thrive. With 23 years of experience placing top talent, we’ve honed our unique methodology to ensure every placement is a perfect fit, not just for the role, but for the company’s culture and future ambitions.
The 2iC Difference: Why We Stand Out
We don’t just fill positions; we craft partnerships. Here’s what makes us different:
A Focus on Operations
We specialise in senior operational roles because these positions are pivotal to a company’s success. From COOs to Operations Managers, we understand the nuances of these roles and the impact they have on your business, both for tactical and strategic delivery.
Our Unique Methodology
We’ve developed a proven system that goes beyond traditional recruitment. We delve deep into your company’s needs, aspirations and culture to identify not just a qualified candidate, but the right candidate to free up your time and fuel growth.
Tailored Solutions
Every business is unique and so is our approach. We align our process with your goals, ensuring we provide leaders who are not only capable but also culturally compatible. Growth is a result of stability and consistency and ensuring the right people stay in their roles is our top priority.
Partnership Approach
Our clients are our partners. Our mission is to build long-term relationships by consistently delivering results that exceed expectations. As your business grows, we want to be by your side.
“Breaking the 'No One Can Do It Like Me' Mindset”
THE BIG BELIEF THAT PREVENTS GROWTH
We understand.
As a founder or CEO, it’s hard to imagine anyone else steering the ship with the same care and precision. But here’s the truth: the right 2iC (second-in-command) will enhance your vision, bring fresh perspectives and even outperform your expectations in key areas.
Consider this: What could the business achieve if you had the freedom to focus on the bigger picture and what you enjoy doing?
By placing trust in a well-matched operational leader, you’re not relinquishing control, you’re amplifying your ability to lead, innovate and grow.
Type Of Roles We Place
Chief Operating Officer (COO)
The COO ensures seamless execution of your vision, translating strategic goals into operational success. They stabilise the business, improve processes, and drive growth, allowing you to focus on innovation and leadership.
Operations Director
Focused on aligning operations with business strategy, the Operations Director enhances efficiency, oversees major projects, and ensures the team delivers on time and within budget.
Operations Director
We specialise in senior operational roles because these positions are pivotal to a company’s success. From COOs to Operations Managers, we understand the nuances of these roles and the impact they have on your business, both for tactical and strategic delivery.
General Manager
The General Manager oversees all facets of operations, from people management to financial performance, ensuring the business functions efficiently and profitably.
Project & Programme Managers
These roles are pivotal in managing complex projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards, keeping your business on track.
Executive Assistant
An Executive Assistant handles critical administrative and strategic support, enabling leaders to maximise productivity by focusing on high-value tasks.
Proven Outcomes
Group Operations Manager - Hired
Steve had always recruited from his industry before but kept getting people coming with “industry baggage”. He was often dragged into operational matters, as is often the case without someone capable handling operations.
It was time for a change.
The candidate Steve hired started as a Branch Manager and was promoted within 6 month to Group Operations Manager. The first appointment was more of a tactical hire. However, the candidate we found for him showed a great deal of strategic nouse, opening the door for him to be promoted to a more central role with greater impact on the group.
Chief Operating Officer
- Hired
Adam is the CEO of a service business in London. He was constantly dragged into operational matters and working more IN the business and not ON the business.
He had never recruited a Chief Operating Officer before. He had the ambition to grow the business but was stuck. He finally realised it was time to bring a senior hire into the board to help him sort the operations out.
The candidate we recruited for Adam had the perfect profile balance for the role. It allowed Adam to focus on networking, bringing contracts in, safe in the knowledge that the systems and operations are working like clockwork to support his efforts. The turnover for the business has increased from £4m to £6m in 12 months.
Chief Operating Officer- Hired
Suzanne had found a high value candidate through an introduction and wanted to make sure she arrived at the right decision.
We were able to conduct a deep interview with the candidate, profiling the candidate against the role for the right behaviour traits, drilling into relatable experience, the culture and values fit and what the fit would look like in the CEO/COO relationship and determine how close a match the candidate was.
“Graham led me through the process of recruiting my COO with ease and confidence. He helped me to profile match and interview the candidate, asking the difficult questions that I didn’t want to ask. Being new to hiring a COO, I really did feel I needed someone with Graham’s level of experience in recruiting COOs so that I didn’t make a very expensive mistake.”
Time. Focus. Growth.
Imagine stepping away from the daily grind and into a role that allows you to think bigger, innovate more, and propel your business forward.
With the right second-in-command:
You’ll reclaim your time to focus on strategic initiatives.
Your business will operate more efficiently and effectively.
You’ll finally have the capacity to drive the growth and innovation you’ve been dreaming of
Join our growing list of businesses that have unlocked new potential with the right operational leader.
Ready to Transform Your Business?
We’ve been in your shoes. We understand the stakes and the challenges. That’s why we’ve refined our process to be meticulous, insightful and results-driven. Our deep industry knowledge, profiling expertise, combined with our commitment to excellence, ensures that you’re not just hiring a leader, you’re investing in the future of your business.
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9-10 Haymarket, London, SW1Y 4BP
Company Registration Number: 11695128