Our Team – Finance Director & CFO Recruitment Specialists
At FD Capital, we specialise exclusively in the recruitment of senior finance leaders, including Finance Directors, Chief Financial Officers, and senior financial executives. Our focus is simple: to help organisations secure the financial leadership required to drive growth, improve performance, strengthen governance, and support long-term strategic objectives.
We are a boutique, highly focused team that combines executive search expertise with real commercial understanding of finance leadership. Every member of FD Capital plays a vital role in delivering a professional, thorough, and consultative recruitment experience. We work closely with business owners, boards, private equity firms, and senior stakeholders, taking time to understand each organisation’s ambitions, culture, and challenges before presenting carefully selected candidates.
Our approach is built on partnership rather than transactions. We believe the most successful appointments occur when technical capability, leadership style, and cultural alignment come together. This philosophy shapes everything we do, from initial briefing through to long-term follow-up after placement.
Adrian Lawrence – Founder & Director
Adrian Lawrence is the Founder and Director of FD Capital and is responsible for setting the strategic direction of the business. With many years’ experience operating at the intersection of finance and executive recruitment, Adrian has built a reputation for delivering high-quality, tailored recruitment solutions for organisations seeking senior finance leadership.
Adrian works closely with business owners, boards, and investors to understand the commercial realities behind each hiring requirement. He recognises that Finance Directors and CFOs are no longer purely technical roles; they are strategic partners who influence decision-making, shape business strategy, and drive operational improvement. This understanding informs his approach to every search assignment.
Throughout his career, Adrian has supported organisations across a broad range of sectors, including professional services, technology, manufacturing, healthcare, financial services, and private equity-backed businesses. He is particularly experienced in helping companies recruit finance leaders during periods of change, such as rapid growth, restructuring, acquisition, or preparation for exit.
Adrian places strong emphasis on long-term relationships. Many of FD Capital’s clients return repeatedly because they value his honest advice, market insight, and commitment to quality. He takes a hands-on role in key assignments and remains closely involved throughout the recruitment process, ensuring both clients and candidates receive a consistently high level of service.
Jodie Garrington – Joint Founder & Director
Jodie Garrington is Joint Founder and Director of FD Capital and plays a central role in shaping the firm’s recruitment methodology, client engagement approach, and overall candidate experience.
Jodie brings extensive experience in recruitment strategy, executive search delivery, and relationship management. She works closely with clients at the outset of assignments to define role scope, success criteria, and leadership requirements, ensuring expectations are aligned and outcomes are clearly defined from the beginning.
One of Jodie’s key strengths is her ability to assess not only technical competence but also leadership style, communication approach, and behavioural fit. She understands that the success of a Finance Director or CFO depends on how effectively they can influence stakeholders, lead teams, and operate within an organisation’s culture.
Jodie is heavily involved in candidate assessment and shortlisting, ensuring that every individual presented has been carefully evaluated against the role’s strategic and operational needs. She is also passionate about building long-term candidate relationships, many of which develop over several years.
Her collaborative approach, attention to detail, and commitment to quality underpin FD Capital’s reputation for delivering consistent, high-calibre results.
Sarah Partridge – Operations & Governance Lead
Sarah Partridge oversees operations and governance at FD Capital, providing the structure and organisation that allows the recruitment team to operate efficiently and effectively.
Sarah manages the operational framework that supports each assignment, from initial engagement through to placement and onboarding. This includes coordinating documentation, maintaining accurate records, supporting compliance processes, and ensuring that internal systems run smoothly.
Her role is critical in maintaining consistency and professionalism across the business. Sarah ensures that processes are robust, well-documented, and aligned with best practice, enabling the team to focus on delivering high-quality recruitment outcomes.
In addition, Sarah supports candidate and client communication, helping to coordinate interviews, manage scheduling, and ensure feedback is captured and shared promptly. Her organised and methodical approach contributes to a seamless experience for all parties involved.
Sarah’s attention to detail and commitment to high standards form an essential part of FD Capital’s operational excellence.
Sacha Tunks – Research & Market Insight Specialist
Sacha Tunks is responsible for research and market intelligence at FD Capital, providing the insight and data that underpin every successful search.
Sacha conducts detailed market mapping, identifying potential candidates across sectors, geographies, and organisational types. She analyses talent pools, tracks market trends, and monitors emerging finance leadership profiles to ensure FD Capital remains well-informed and proactive.
Her research work enables the team to look beyond obvious candidates and reach individuals who may not be actively seeking new roles but possess the skills, experience, and mindset required for specific assignments.
Sacha works closely with Adrian and Jodie to build targeted longlists and refine search strategies. Her input ensures that shortlists are diverse, well-balanced, and aligned with client priorities.
By combining thorough research with a strong understanding of finance leadership roles, Sacha plays a vital role in maintaining the quality and depth of FD Capital’s candidate network.
Jessica Lawrence – Client & Candidate Experience Coordinator
Jessica Lawrence supports both clients and candidates throughout the recruitment process and is often the first point of contact at FD Capital.
Jessica coordinates interviews, manages schedules, assists with briefing documentation, and ensures that communication between all parties is clear and timely. She plays a key role in keeping assignments running smoothly and on track.
Jessica is committed to delivering a positive experience for every client and candidate. She understands that recruitment can be a significant and sometimes stressful process, and she strives to make interactions professional, transparent, and supportive.
Her approachable manner, responsiveness, and attention to detail contribute to FD Capital’s reputation for excellent service.
A Team Built Around Quality and Partnership
At FD Capital, we believe successful recruitment is built on trust, insight, and collaboration. Our team combines leadership, research, operations, and support expertise to deliver a comprehensive and professional service.
Whether you are seeking a part-time Finance Director, an interim CFO, or a permanent senior finance leader, our team works closely with you to understand your objectives and identify candidates who can help achieve them.
We are proud of the relationships we build and the outcomes we deliver—and we look forward to supporting your organisation’s next phase of growth.
