Lidbury McMillan Partners -
Women in Finance Recruitment Excellence
At Lidbury McMillan Partners, we believe the future of finance is female. As a proudly female-led recruitment and talent management consultancy, we specialise in connecting ambitious women with progressive employers across the UK’s & Dubai’s finance sector. From graduate entry to executive leadership, we help organisations hire, retain, and develop exceptional female talent.
talented professionals placed
trusted corporate partners
ongoing partnerships
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About Us
Experts in Talent Acquisition, Development & Retention
Lidbury McMillan Partners was founded with a simple mission: to close the gender gap in finance. We partner with banks, investment firms, fintechs, insurers, and corporate finance teams to build diverse, high-performing workforces across the UK, Dubai, and the wider EMEA region.
Our approach goes beyond recruitment. We act as long-term partners—supporting career development, enhancing employer branding, and ensuring businesses can attract and retain the very best female finance professionals in today’s global market.
Graduate & Early Careers Search
Helping organisations in Dubai, EMEA, and beyond connect with the next generation of finance leaders.
Executive & Leadership Search
placing women in senior roles where they can shape the future of finance.
Comprehensive Recruitment Solutions
Permanent, temporary, and contract placements tailored to business needs in the UK, Dubai, and EMEA.
Our Services
Comprehensive Talent Management Solutions
Whether you’re a business seeking exceptional talent or a professional looking to take the next step in your career, we deliver tailored recruitment strategies designed to achieve lasting success.
Strategic Talent Management
Find candidates who not only meet the role requirements but also align with your organisation’s values and culture.
- Full-cycle recruitment across finance functions
- Specialist focus on women in finance
- Bespoke hiring campaigns for hard-to-fill roles
Recruitment Excellence
We believe great recruitment doesn’t end at the job offer. We help nurture and develop placed talent to ensure long-term organisational success.
- Ongoing employee development support
- Leadership mentoring programmes
- Graduate talent pipelines
Employer Branding
Strong employer brands attract strong talent. We partner with clients to position them as employers of choice in finance.
- Strategic employer brand consultancy
- Diversity & inclusion advisory services
- Tailored EVP (Employee Value Proposition) development
Strategic Talent Management
Find Exceptional Talent That Fits Your Organisation's Vision and Culture
At Lidbury McMillan Partners, we don’t just fill roles — we build teams that perform. Our strategic talent management blends rigorous assessment, inclusive shortlisting, and market intelligence to find the best candidate in finance who will thrive in your culture and deliver measurable value.
What you get
Role & Success Profiling
Define outcomes, competencies and cultural markers before the search begins.
Inclusive Search Methodology
DE&I-led sourcing and balanced shortlists for every vacancy.
Assessment Design
Competency interviews, case tasks and (where relevant) psychometrics.
Salary & Market Mapping
Real-time benchmarking to secure the right offer first time.
Offer & Onboarding
Close candidates with confidence and set up a successful first 90 days.
Comprehensive Recruitment Services
Permanent | Fixed-term | Contract | Interim | Executive Search
How we help businesses find the right talent
Reduce time-to-hire on niche finance roles
Increase retention with better role-fit and onboarding
Build resilient pipelines of future female leaders
Advance Your Finance Career
Opportunities Designed for Women in Finance
Whether you’re seeking your next challenge or taking the first step in finance, we connect ambitious women with roles across the UK, Dubai, and EMEA. From graduate programs to executive leadership, explore opportunities tailored to your potential.
Graduate & Early Careers
Kick-start your journey in finance with graduate and early-career placements.
Mid-Level & Specialist Roles
Find roles aligned with your expertise across accounting, risk, fintech, and more.
Executive & Leadership Opportunities
Step into positions where you can shape the future of finance.
International Opportunities
Access exclusive roles across Dubai and the wider EMEA region, with global career pathways.
Join a network of ambitious women, access exclusive roles, and build a future in finance with support every step of the way.
Recruitment Excellence
Recruitment is more than filling vacancies — it’s about building partnerships that last.
Great hiring is the start. We help you embed, develop and retain your finance talent so teams stay motivated and deliver against plan.
15+ Years’ Experience
placing finance professionals across the UK
Inclusive Hiring Focus
committed to women in finance
Trusted Partnerships
long-term relationships with employers and candidates
Retention & Development
supporting sustainable growth in teams
“Lidbury McMillan Partners understood our culture, built an inclusive shortlist and delivered a standout hire in weeks. The 90-day plan made the difference.”
Advance Your Finance Career
Whether you’re at the start of your journey or aiming for leadership, we connect talented individuals in finance with the right opportunities to thrive.
Recruit Exceptional Finance Talent
From graduates to executives, we deliver diverse, high-performing candidates who align with your vision and culture.
Industries We Serve
Tailored Talent Solutions Across Finance & Beyond
We recruit across the UK’s finance sector, including:
- Banking & Capital Markets – retail, investment, fintech & challenger banks
- Asset & Wealth Management – pensions, funds & wealth advisors
- Insurance & Risk – insurers, brokers, Lloyd’s market & risk specialists
- FinTech & Payments – digital banking, payments, regtech & crypto
- Private Equity & Venture Capital
- Accounting & Professional Services – Big Four, mid-tier, boutique firms
- Corporate Finance / In-House – finance teams across industries
- Public Sector & Not-for-Profit – NHS, charities, NGOs & education finance
Industry Insights
Stay Informed with Our Latest Articles
Stay informed with the latest recruitment trends, salary benchmarks, and diversity insights in the UK finance sector. Our articles are written by industry specialists and designed to keep both employers and candidates ahead of the curve.
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Start Your Journey to Recruitment Excellence
Whether you’re an employer looking to strengthen your finance team, or a candidate ready to make your next career move, we’re here to help.
- Bespoke recruitment campaigns.
- Access to exclusive female finance talent pools.
- Long-term partnership approach.