Iain Brockbank Partner
Iain Brockbank Partner
Iain’s executive search career commenced in a small UK firm where he opened and grew a specialist rail division. He spent 12 years with one of the UKs leading independents, then a PE backed, US headquartered firm before joining Hanover Fox as Partner in 2025. Iain focusses on Chair, NED and senior executive mandates in the UK and internationally, collaborating with colleagues in the UK and across the ECI Group. He has placed transformational leaders across mainland Europe, the Middle East, US, India and Australia.
Clients include major listed, PE, Infra Fund/Asset Managers, and global privately owned businesses. He has a reputation for integrity and authenticity with a strong focus on inclusion, diversity and equity. His advice is regularly sought on building effective boards, transformational leadership and sharing international market insight.
Clients include major listed, PE, Infra Fund/Asset Managers, and global privately owned businesses. He has a reputation for integrity and authenticity with a strong focus on inclusion, diversity and equity. His advice is regularly sought on building effective boards, transformational leadership and sharing international market insight.
Expertise
- Manufacturing;
- Transportation;
- Energy/utilities;
- Ports and infrastructure;
Additionally, his client base spans:
- Publicly listed companies;
- Private Equity–backed businesses;
- Infrastructure funds and asset managers;
- Global privately owned companies.
Iain is married with two grown up children and spare time interests include the arts, reading, countryside walks and live music.
