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Jack Gibson

Business Consultant

Hundreds of 'Excellent' reviews

Senior Living Executive Search

Helping Senior Living companies unlock their next stage of growth

Specialisms We Cover

Ages Care Assisted Living Care Home Management Care Standards Clinical Governance Clinical Leadership Continuing Care Communities Dementia Care Director of Care Independent Living Memory Care Occupancy Management Operations Leadership Person-Centred Care Regulatory Compliance Residential Care Retirement Living Risk Management Safeguarding Senior Living

The global senior living and long-term care market is valued at over USD 1 trillion, with continued growth driven by ageing populations, increasing life expectancy, and rising demand for high-quality, person-centred care and specialised residential services.

Senior living plays a vital role in supporting ageing populations, delivering care, dignity, and quality of life to older adults worldwide. As demographic shifts accelerate and care needs become more complex, the sector faces growing pressure to improve care standards, attract and retain skilled professionals, and adapt to evolving regulatory, clinical, and operational requirements. Innovation in care models, digital health, and resident-centric environments is reshaping how services are delivered.

Our commitment to the senior living market sets us apart from traditional executive search firms. We work with operators, investors, and care providers to secure experienced leadership and specialist talent across clinical, operational, and commercial functions. By aligning people strategy with care quality and organisational objectives, we help our clients build resilient teams, scale responsibly, and deliver sustainable, high-quality care environments for the future.

Senior living is built around people, not assets.

Operators in this sector manage complex environments that combine healthcare delivery, hospitality, regulation, and workforce stability. Daily performance depends on leadership, staffing structures, and cultures that support residents while meeting strict operational and compliance standards.

Strong teams in senior living are shaped by experience in regulated care environments and people-led operations. Aligning organizations with professionals who understand service delivery, safeguarding, and long-term resident outcomes supports sustainable performance and trust.

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Did you know?

Hiring the wrong candidate costs more than just time—it can waste salary, training resources, and opportunities. The Department of Labour estimates a bad hire can cost up to 30% of the role’s first-year earnings.

We hire right

Organisations are often reluctant to use external recruiters due the percieved cost. Think about it like this - what financial benefit could a top candidate bring to your business unit? You could make a 100x return on your investment.

97% Placement Rate 1
1.78:1 CVs Sent to Interviews 2
Avg. 32 Day Engagement to Placement 3

1. Based on all roles engaged on by a client on an exclusive basis from Jan 4 2025 - Dec 31 2025.

2. All CVs Sent from Jan 4 2025 - Dec 31 2025.

3. From Jan 4 2025 - Dec 31 2025.

Stats

387 active opportunities

1,908 placements made across 25 sectors

262,736 companies in our CRM

"At Irving Knight, we don't just fill positions; we build lasting partnerships. Our commitment to understanding your unique needs ensures that we deliver leaders who drive success and embody your company's values. When it comes to identifying the high-performers of tomorrow, there is no one-size-fits-all solution. Our bespoke approach ensures every search is personal, diverse, and tailored from the ground up — delivering an individual, unrivalled experience for both clients and candidates. "

- Joe Davey, Group CEO of Irving Knight Group

Khoa Ho

Country Manager - Vietnam

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Lily Newton

Animal Health

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Senior Manager - Brazil

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Henry Sears

Logistics and Supply Chain

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Investment Manager, Germany

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Christopher Clay

Real Estate & Homebuilding

Jamie Mickey

HR - USA

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Garin Lloyd

Flow Control

Tonya Melton

USA

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Ewan Ball

Food Ingredients & Biotechnology

Sandeep Kulshrestha

Formulation Director, US

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Oliver Kiddy

Flavors & Fragrances

Veronica Hagborg

Senior Director Global HR, Sweden

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Joseph Davey

Group CEO

Carlos Chavez

Director - USA

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Christopher Clay

Real Estate & Homebuilding

Dipen Shah

Account Manager, Canada

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Aidan Kerr

Chemicals

Tim Mitchell

Division Plant Manager

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