Transforming Leadership – Inspiring Social Change
Transforming Leadership – Inspiring Social Change
How can we help you?
If you are looking for outstanding leadership talent to strengthen your organisation and inspire social change, we are here to help.
Public Leaders Appointments is a values-led boutique search firm providing Executive Recruitment, Interim Management, and Consultancy solutions at Executive and Board level, which transform leadership and inspire social change.
Executive Search & Selection
Interim Management & Consulting
Advisory & Coaching
Psychometric Assessment
Inclusive Recruitment
About Us
“We pride ourselves on the deep and long-lasting relationships we build with our clients and candidates.”
Founder of Public Leaders Appointments, Anna Jay has over 20 years’ experience recruiting at Executive and Board level across public, third, and commercial sector organisations.
Anna takes a values-driven, ethical approach to supporting meaningful change. She’s motivated by bringing people together to shape and deliver creative strategies that strengthen organisational performance and growth.
“We’re motivated by the opportunity to create positive impact for people, places and society through the appointments we lead.”
Client Voices
Our Professional Services Division
Connecting your firm with outstanding talent
Whether you are recruiting a new C-suite executive, senior leader, or board member we are here to help. We are a boutique firm that will tailor robust yet agile and inclusive recruitment processes to meet your unique needs and ensure a broad, diverse reach for exceptional candidates to strengthen and grow your business.
Featured Role
Chair & Non-Executive Directors – EdenServ
Location: East Devon
Time Commitment: Chair: c.40 days, NEDs: c.12 days
Salary: £500/day
EdenServ is seeking to appoint its first Independent Chair and three Non-Executive Directors to help shape a brand-new, council-owned company set to transform how environmental services are delivered across East Devon.
EdenServ represents a bold and ambitious shift by East Devon District Council: bringing recycling, waste and environmental services back in-house through a commercial, agile model with strong public sector values at its core. Launching in July 2026, the company will deliver essential frontline services to over 150,000 residents, with scope to grow and evolve over time.
This is a rare opportunity to shape a new organisation from inception, setting its culture, governance and strategic direction at a critical stage. Board members will play a central role in establishing a high-performing, purpose-led organisation that delivers both commercial value and meaningful impact for communities and the environment.
Our Clients
Client Voices
“Thank you for the support you have given us through the trustee recruitment process. It was a job I had not been looking forward to but I felt like we had an excellent group of candidates to meet and have assembled a great group of “disruptors” and skills to help us grow and evolve.
We’ve been lucky to have you on board for this recruitment, and I am sure we’ll be seeing more of you!”
Become a Trustee
Make a real difference
Step into a leadership role where your skills and passion can truly shape charitable organisations. As a trustee, you’ll help steer mission-driven boards, offering strategic insight, governance oversight, and a commitment to long-term impact. Whether you’re drawn to financial stewardship, digital innovation, or community advocacy, your expertise matters.
At Public Leaders Appointments, we equip both new and experienced trustees with the practical tools, insider knowledge, and confidence you need to contribute meaningfully. Explore our resources, training, and application support — and start your journey toward purpose-driven governance.
Our Partners
Public Leaders Appointments is proud to be ambassadors, associates or members of these progressive organisations. If you are interested in partnering with us, please get in touch.
