Damhurst

Damhurst is a London-based executive search firm specialising in key appointments across the United Kingdom. Our dedicated team focuses on critical talent acquisition within the Insurance, Consulting & Advisory, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning sectors. We partner with organisations to secure leadership and specialist expertise.

Damhurst is an executive search firm that specializes in the global insurance and reinsurance markets. Founded by James Cooper, the company combines deep industry knowledge with innovative, AI-driven methods to enhance traditional headhunting practices. Damhurst is committed to inclusivity and diversity, helping clients recruit exceptional leadership talent from both traditional and non-traditional networks.\n\nThe firm offers tailored services, including specialized executive search for senior leaders in the (re)insurance sector and consulting for board services to improve governance and decision-making. Damhurst employs a partnership model, working closely with clients to identify organizational needs and define ideal candidate profiles. They also provide a unique 100-day onboarding coaching program to support new hires in their transition.\n\nDamhurst serves a diverse range of clients, including global insurers, reinsurers, brokers, and boutique Managing General Agents (MGAs). The company is based in Tunbridge Wells, Kent, and has been registered in the UK since June 2016.