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
Trustees & Chair Designate (Deputy Chair) for Havencare Care & Support
Location: Plymouth (meetings held in person and via Teams)
Time Commitment: c.10 hours/month (Trustees), increasing to 3–4 days/month for Chair appointment. Plus meetings.
Salary: Voluntary (expenses covered)
Application deadline: Midday, Thursday 8 January 2026
Havencare is a long-established, dynamic charity providing homes and support for people with learning disabilities and autism.
We currently provide support to 87 people, providing 6,468 weekly support hours. As our housing aspirations grow, we also act as a landlord for 45 people ensuring they have a safe, secure and affordable home.
As a Trustee at Havencare, you will contribute to an organisation that is small enough for your impact to be felt and ambitious enough to drive system-level change. You’ll work with a values-led CEO and Executive Team, and a committed Board who believe deeply in transparency, engagement, and quality.
Our Clients
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.
