Jason Gretton
Jason manages our Executive Search business within Yorkshire and the North East, recruiting senior functional and board directors as well as Partners within the Professional Services sector.
Track Record
Managing Director - Facilities Management Company
VP Finance EMEA - Global Outsourcing Company
Sales Director - On-line Retail
Finance Director - Regional House Builder
Head of Compensation and Benefits EMEA - FTSE 100 Business
Head of Talent Management - FTSE 100 Business
Global Head of Tax - FTSE 100 Pharmaceutical Business
CIO - Global Consultancy
Experience
After an earlier career as a Golf Professional Jason joined FSS Financial as a Consultant based in London, focusing on placing Finance Directors and CFOs for a variety of businesses, from start-ups to multinationals. An entrepreneurial streak led Jason to help set up and develop a boutique Search and Selection business in London and the Midlands focusing on delivering high value roles across all functions within a variety of sectors. With commendable history over the past 10 years of delivering successful projects ranging from single senior assignments to multi-site high value projects within Finance, Legal, Sales and Marketing, HR, Engineering and General Management.
"The success of any business relies on good relationships and good instincts. I think I have both. I've worked with many of my clients for long periods of time and my ability to listen and work with people is critical to spotting talent".
Testimonials
“Having worked with Jason to fill a number of senior positions, he has always taken the time to fully understand the business both culturally and operationally. Jason is personable, delivers tangible results and operates with high integrity. The relationship has developed to a point where I consult him on recruitment plans relative to business objectives and market conditions. He also has the ability to understand individuals both from a professional and personal perspective.”
COO Global Professionals Services Business
“If you're looking for a straight talking determined professional with the ability to work alongside senior management on a global level I would highly recommend Jason. He has an eye for detail and the experience necessary to fulfill the toughest of assignments. I have always valued his opinion to the point that I would trust his judgment with the final decision, which I have done several times in the past. He also hits a mean golf ball!”
Managing Director Media Business
“Jason was retained to search for a European Finance Director which was fuelled by continued growth in the UK and Europe. Insight wanted to make sure that they were exposed to the most talented people available in the market place. "Our expectations were high and Jason rose to the challenge!" summarised Russell. I found Jason to be very consultative and a pleasure to work with. The process flowed with great ease due to Jason's open, straight forward and trustworthy manner. It sounds simple and obvious, but for us, the challenge is to get under the skin of the organisation, to understand the people and then to identify talented individuals who will thrive in the particular environment", says Jason Gretton, consultant. ”
Russell Leighton SVP Finance EMEA Insight
Contact
Tel : 07900 601 953
email : jasongretton@michaelpage.com
