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Our Story, Mission & Values

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IAC Is a Global Corporate Governance & Sustainability Recruitment Specialist.

We are trusted partners to some of the world's biggest brands as well as smaller and start-up organisations. From our offices in London we partner with clients across Europe, the Americas, Asia and the Middle East.

Our specialisms include: Sustainability/ESG, Internal Audit, Risk & Compliance, Professional Services & External Audit, Tech Assurance and Executive Search. To succeed in this, we live by our values; Professionalism, Honesty, and Teamwork.

Should you require support in hiring new talent for your business, we would love to hear from you. With exciting growth plans, we also continuously look for future colleagues who connect with the values above. Please feel free to reach out to the team anytime.

Our Mission Statement

Our mission is to “Put the Right people, in the Right places for the Right reasons.”

We will are the globally trusted recruitment partner for the Corporate Governance and Sustainability professional communities, and we do this through commitment to our values and by making an impact on our community in areas such as equality, diversity and sustainability.

The values that underpin everything we do are Courage, Honesty and Teamwork.

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Countries we’ve placed candidates

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LinkedIn following across IAC & team

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Events, news & articles

Key positions to build a robust sustainability team and the recruitment challenge

The shift in corporate sustainability from individual roles to comprehensive teams is not just a strategic evolution but also a recruitment challenge. As companies seek to build robust sustainability teams, understanding the recruitment market for key roles is crucial. Below we share some of the roles you will need to grow your sustainability teams with…

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Annual Insight: The Talent Challenge

Annual insights from Recruitment Director Sheena Dattani. Being in recruitment for almost 8 years, I feel every year is different to the last, it’s an evolving field, and each year brings its own set of challenges and opportunities. As we step into 2024, recruiters, HR professionals and hiring managers are faced with a rapidly changing…

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Internal Audit spotlight

Internal Audit Spotlight: Ravi Popat

As a top recruitment agency for internal audit roles we have the pleasure of getting to know some amazing professionals in the industry. We building lasting partnerships with hiring managers and the candidates we place, which allows us to get to know their needs over the years and helps us become experts in the audit…

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The Sustainability Spotlight: Lucy Shea, Futerra

Insights from sustainability industry leaders: Lucy Shea Group CEO at Futerra. With a degree in Economics and French, Lucy went on to a career in corporate responsibility. She worked at an agency called Article13 where she was trained on high standards and detailed reporting standards/frameworks. Lucy then joined Futerra as employee number five! Along the…

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What is the right way to onboard a new employee?

Welcoming a new employee is an exciting time for both the company and the individual, the onboarding process plays a critical role in setting the scene for a new employee’s success and integration within the organisation. A well-structured onboarding programme ensures that the new team member feels valued, supported, and equipped to contribute effectively from…

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Roundtable Insights: The UK Corporate Governance Code Reform

Our recent roundtable discussion on the upcoming UK Corporate Governance Code Reform was both enlightening and insightful. With experienced auditors from across a range of sectors, the event delved deep into the nuances of the reform, drawing parallels and distinctions from the US SOX controls.  For context: What will change with UK Corporate Governance Code…

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The Sustainability Spotlight: Able & Cole

Insights from industry leaders, Volume 9: Stefanie Sahmel, Head of Sustainability, Abel & Cole Stefanie started her career in aerospace after an MSc in Technology and Innovation Management. She fell in love with Abel & Cole as a customer and joined in 2005 as Keith Abel’s (Founder) Personal Assistant, quickly moving through the ranks and…

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Aligning Perceptions and Realities: A Guide to Successful Employee Retention

Employee retention is a crucial factor in establishing a successful and thriving organisation. It not only saves valuable time and resources but also ensures a positive and satisfying work environment. In this article, we will explain the significance of aligning perceptions and realities to establish a strong foundation for employee retention. By exploring the factors…

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The Sustainability Spotlight: Virgin Media O2

Insights from industry leaders, Volume 8: Elisabeth Rochford Head of Social Equity, Value and Impact at Virgin Media Meet Elisabeth Rochford, the Head of Social Equity, Value and Impact at Virgin Media O2. Over the past five years, Elisabeth has been a pivotal figure in driving Virgin Media O2’s sustainability and responsible business strategies forward…

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The Sustainability Social Networking

On April 27th, ran an exclusive social networking event for senior sustainability professionals took place, co-hosted by IAC and Emperor Agency. We aimed to create connections among industry leaders, providing a platform for sharing challenges, celebrating successes, and fostering collaboration. We had guests from all sectors including brands such as BT, Microsoft, Johnson & Johnson,…

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