We believe our success is driven by our people. That’s why we strive to recruit, retain, develop, and inspire the very best talent.
We’re an employee-owned, values-led company with a diverse and talented team of over 160 people based across 21 offices worldwide. Everything we do is underpinned by our values: we are collaborative, inclusive, passionate, impactful, and creative.
If you’re ready for the challenge of fascinating work in a global, fast-paced and collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Passion is what turns good work into great work. We believe that when you’re passionate about what you do, it shows in your energy, creativity, and dedication. It’s this passion that drives us forward, helping us grow both individually and as a team, and making our work more meaningful and impactful.
Our team is empowered to work creatively to challenge the status quo and bring fresh perspectives to the table. We’re advocates of innovative working and champions of doing things differently.
We support your ambitions and help you in your career development. Whether it’s through professional training, mentorship programs or new challenges, we provide the ongoing support you need to advance your career. Together, we create a positive impact that extends beyond the individual, fueling innovation and success across the entire organisation.
We celebrate our differences. Our inclusive policies and flexible working arrangements support a healthy work-life balance, for the diverse needs, lives and caring responsibilities of our employees. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential.
In our 2023 staff survey, 83% agreed that people of all cultures and backgrounds are valued and respected at Perrett Laver.
Our starting salaries are competitive, regularly benchmarked, and consist of a base salary and performance-related bonus (not driven by commission). Additional benefits include private healthcare, pension, family-friendly culture and benefits, volunteer days, and flexible working environments.
Join us and be part of a team that is making change happen.
Anne-May brings extensive experience in the international higher education and research sectors. Before joining Perrett Laver, Anne-May was Secretary-General of the Aurora Universities Network, an international membership organisation of universities across Europe and beyond. As Secretary-General, Anne-May provided strategic supervision over the EU grant application under the prestigious European Universities Initiative. She managed the Aurora Central Office in Amsterdam and supported and advised the Aurora Board and General Council. She successfully increased the network’s visibility, and in Brussels represented Aurora members on developments in EU higher education and research policy – often in close cooperation with other organisations representing higher education, such as the European University Association (EUA), the Guild, YERUN and the Coimbra Group.
Anne-May holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, a BA in European Studies and an Msc in Public Policy and Human Development
Arturo Uriostegui is a Consultant in the Sydney office.
He was previously Head of Research for Perrett Laver in Australia. His experience of senior level executive search includes Senior Academic, Administrative, Chair and Professorial appointments globally in higher education and research. In addition, Arturo works extensively across the Schools Practice in senior level executive appointments, with a particular focus on the Australian market.
Arturo holds a BA in International Studies from the University of California San Diego, a Master of International Business from the University of New South Wales and an MBA (Executive) from the Australian Graduate School of Management (AGSM) at the UNSW Business School. Prior to joining Perrett Laver, he spent time as a tutor in universities in Hong Kong and private institutions in Latin America. Arturo is fluent in English, Spanish, & Portuguese and speaks conversational French.
Gary is a Consultant in the Hong Kong office.
His executive search experience includes senior leadership appointments for universities, international schools, as well as arts and culture organizations in Hong Kong, Macao and Greater China. Prior to joining Perrett Laver, Gary had an early career in higher education, secondary education and public affairs.
An expert on the international relations of East Asia and Eurasia, Gary has contributed articles to the World Economic Forum, South China Morning Post, Geopolitics, among others. He has a BA in history and political science from the Australian National University, a MA in Comparative and Public History from the Chinese University of Hong Kong, and a PhD in Politics and International Studies from the University of Warwick.
Gary speaks Cantonese, Mandarin and English and continues to improve his Russian.
Cora is a Associate Consultant at Perrett Laver.
Her level of senior level executive search includes schools, academic and administrative appointments in higher education globally, and in the global non-profit sector.
Cora holds a BA (Hons) from the University of Toronto, MPhil in Criminology from the University of Cambridge, MA in Forensic Psychology at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, City University of New York, and PhD from City University of Hong Kong. Prior to joining Perrett Laver, Cora worked as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at City University of Hong Kong where she led government funded projects, organized international academic conferences, and wrote a book on the Umbrella Movement.