Retained executive search · London
About AMP
AMP Search is a retained executive search firm in London, for startups in health, AI, defence and security. We are small by design and founder-led. We have been a part of high-growth startups and have seen the impact that great hiring can have on the trajectory of a product.
Who we are
Founded by Jamie Hearne, an ex-operator at some of Europe’s most successful startups.
- 2013Executive Search at McGregor Boyall
- 2016Founding TA at LendInvest
- 2018Scaled Kobalt Music from 50–500
- 2020Founding TA at Unmind
- 2021Founded AMP Search
- 2026Founded Health Stack
“Jamie is a brilliant talent partner. I would recommend him to anyone building an early-stage tech startup.”
“Jamie took the time to really understand the people we were looking for, and quickly turned around a shortlist.”
“AMP’s fresh approach to search, drive and determination make it stand out in a crowded market.”
“I’ve worked with Jamie for well over 10 years.”
“As a client, Jamie always ensures the right candidates are in the pipeline.”
“Nearly all the candidates Jamie put forward successfully navigated our rigorous selection process.”
Who we work with
We work with founders at startups from pre-seed to Series B in health, AI, defence and security, hiring:
- Founding Engineer
- AI Engineer
- Chief Technology Officer
- Product Leader
- Founding GTM
Recently completed
- Chief Technology OfficerAI-Powered Data Infrastructure
- Founding EngineerCritical National Infrastructure Security
- GTM LeadAI Governance
- AI EngineerHealthcare Data Platform
- Principal Data EngineerSurgical Intelligence Platform
- Head of EngineeringCritical National Infrastructure Security
How a search works
- 01
The brief
We agree what the company needs to achieve next and what this hire must deliver. That becomes the scorecard every candidate is assessed against. If the role, level or budget doesn’t fit the stage, we say so.
- 02
The map
We map the companies and teams where the right people work now, including people who aren’t looking to move.
- 03
Outreach
We approach each person directly and pitch the role with a candidate pack built for it. Confidential searches stay anonymous until there’s interest on both sides.
- 04
The shortlist
We screen every candidate against the scorecard, for ability and for motivation. You meet people who can do the job and want it, each with a written summary.
- 05
Interviews and offer
We design the interview process with you, prepare your team to sell the role as well as assess it, and run a weekly feedback call through to an accepted offer.
We aim to complete a search within 8 weeks.
Thirty minutes with Jamie.
Questions
What happens on the call?
Let’s talk about your hiring plans to understand whether we can support your growth.
What is retained search?
You commit to the search up front, and the fee is paid in stages from the start of the search to the hire. That commitment is what lets us map the whole market and approach people who aren’t looking. It’s also why we take on only a few searches at a time.
How long does a search take?
We aim to complete a search within 8 weeks.
Where are you based?
London. We work with startups across the UK, Europe and North America.
How do I get in touch?
Founders can book a call or email jamie@amp-people.co.uk. Candidates can email the same address with their LinkedIn and the kind of company they want to join next.
What hire can help you succeed?
Thirty minutes with Jamie. Or email jamie@amp-people.co.uk.