Who we are...
PPF International is a UK-based recruitment organisation with a global reach, specialising in management-level placements. We support both UK and international businesses with their leadership recruitment needs, while also connecting senior professionals with new career opportunities.
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Our core philosophy is simple: put people first. We believe that prioritising people is essential to attracting top talent and achieving long-term business success.
Every day, we challenge ourselves to uphold this principle in everything we do.
At PPF International, we believe recruitment is about more than just filling roles — it’s about connecting the right people with the right environments to drive lasting success.
With over 20 years of commercial leadership experience at blue-chip organisations behind us, we bring first-hand insight into what makes high-level talent thrive. Founded by Andrew Pickard, a senior executive turned recruiter, the business was built on the belief that cultural fit is just as important as technical ability.
Now led by Kelly Pickard, Lead Managing Director and part of the next generation of leadership, PPF International remains true to its founding principle: put people first. That ethos continues to guide every decision we make — from how we engage with clients to how we represent candidates.
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We don’t chase numbers. We build relationships.
We don’t rely on job boards. We leverage a global network.
We don’t follow trends. We set standards.
Our discreet, consultative approach ensures every placement is meaningful, long-lasting, and aligned with both business goals and personal ambition.