Helen Brooks
About Helen Brooks
Helen Brooks serves as the UK Research Director at Spencer Stuart, where she specializes in high-level appointments across various sectors. With extensive experience in consulting and a background in history and English from Lancaster University, she has held significant roles at several prominent firms.
Current Role at Spencer Stuart
Helen Brooks serves as the UK Research Director at Spencer Stuart, a position she has held since 2018. In this role, she focuses on delivering searches for Supervisory and Management Board members in the Retail and Multi-site sectors. Additionally, she is a Senior Associate in the Consumer Practice, a position she has maintained since 2017. Her work involves high-level appointments at the Chairman, Non-Executive Director, CEO, and C-Suite levels across various functions.
Previous Experience in Consulting
Prior to her current role, Helen Brooks accumulated significant experience in consulting. She worked at Sales Associates as a Senior Consultant from 1998 to 2000 in London, United Kingdom. Following this, she served as a Managing Consultant in the Consumer sector at PSD Ltd and OPD Group Plc from 2002 to 2007. Her tenure at Korn Ferry lasted from 2007 to 2017, where she was a Managing Associate in the Global Retail & Consumer Practice.
Education and Academic Background
Helen Brooks studied at Lancaster University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts with Honours in History and English. Prior to her university education, she attended Pate's Grammar School in Cheltenham. Her academic background has contributed to her analytical skills and understanding of the retail and consumer sectors.
Specialization in Executive Appointments
Helen Brooks specializes in executive appointments at the Chairman, Non-Executive Director, CEO, and C-Suite levels. Her expertise spans various functions, including Commercial, Marketing, Operations, Retail, International, Sourcing/Product, Digital, and Finance. This specialization enables her to effectively navigate the complexities of high-level recruitment in diverse sectors.
Membership in UK Management Team
Helen Brooks is a member of the UK management team at Spencer Stuart. This role involves contributing to the strategic direction and operational management of the firm, particularly in the context of executive search and leadership consulting.