James Britton serves as a key member of ZRG’s global team, driving the firm’s growth and impact across Europe, the United States, and the Middle East. He focuses on senior-level assignments across Business, Technology, and Professional Services, with deep experience spanning pure-play strategy, technology and consulting services, and leadership roles in ESG and DE&I. James has successfully delivered complex searches for clients including Accenture, Alpha FMC, Bain, and EY-Parthenon, and has built a particularly strong track record in placing senior female leaders into high-impact roles.

Throughout his career, James has played a central role in team buildouts for leading consulting firms across multiple geographies. In recent years, he has partnered closely with private equity–backed professional services organizations, helping them scale into new sectors, functions, and markets. His ability to blend sector insight with a rigorous, human-centered search approach has made him a trusted advisor to founders, boards, and C-suite executives navigating inflection-point growth.

James began his career in professional services executive search boutiques, including Vantage Market Entry and eg.1, before joining the Consulting and Technology Services Practice at Wilton & Bain. He later joined H.I.E.C in 2019, where he deepened his global client portfolio and served as a core contributor to cross-regional search efforts.

Since joining ZRG, James has consistently delivered exceptional results, leading a wide range of leadership projects that have strengthened organizations and advanced client transformation agendas. He is valued for his clarity, pace, and partnership—and for his commitment to connecting organizations with leaders who drive meaningful business outcomes.