Where talent means
transformation

Otter was founded in 2009 with the vision of fostering deeper, more meaningful connections for both clients and candidates. We’re proud to say that many of our initial clients remain with us, and a significant number of our candidates have become valued clients themselves.
At Otter, we believe in cultivating enduring relationships based on trust and mutual success. Our commitment extends beyond standard office hours, which means we're here whenever you need us, and we remain with you, your valued partner, for years to come.
If you're a candidate exploring new opportunities, contemplating your next career move, or considering a change in location, reach out to us. And if you're a client seeking a recruiter who truly understands your business, provides personalised service, and delivers exceptional talent, we'll be thrilled to connect with you.

Charlie Bennett, founder

Otter founder Charlie Bennett is a seasoned pro with a background in media, formerly as Head of Client Sales at the Evening Standard newspaper in London and as a Publisher with the UK newspaper giant Trinity Mirror. Transitioning into recruitment, Charlie gained valuable experience with a mainstream recruiter Nigel Wright before founding Otter, inspired by his passion for forging long-term relationships at every business life stage and career point. Charlie also actively manages Middleton North, a sustainable farm in the North East of England jointly owned with his wife. The farm exemplifies his commitment to sustainable food production and environmental stewardship, benefiting wildlife and plant species while enhancing soil health. Charlie is an ambassador for:
Corporate Sustainable experts Citizen Good
Innovative problem solvers Been There Done That

Advisors

Otter’s team includes senior advisors from the consumer goods industry. They are pivotal in lending in-depth industry knowledge and vetting, and in mentoring and advising our candidates.


  • Vice President Human Resources Corporate EMEA ANZ

    Jo is a seasoned HR and Talent professional with 25 years of international HR experience in a variety of industries and global brands, across sales and marketing, brand and product, healthcare and advertising. She is currently Vice President of HR with Stanley Black & Decker - the global #1 Tool Company

  • Founder and CEO of LS International

    Lauren is globally recognised as a specialist in finding C-Suite talent for the world’s leading organisations. She specialises in finding the best people for sales, marketing and general management positions in the consumer goods industry across the USA, Europe, Middle East and Asia. Relationships with candidates and clients give her a broad and deep knowledge of markets and people.


  • FMCG consultant

    Lawrence is an experienced sales/commercial director, adept at building businesses, teams, and brands. He was the driving force within Belvoir Fruit Farms for more than 13 years, and profitably grew the business from just over £3m turnover in 2005 to £20m+ in 2018 without any external investment. Lawrence understands first-hand the challenges in expanding a brand’s customer base, building a high-performing sales team and transforming the attitude and belief of an organisation.

British-based Otter serves clients across the UK, extending into Mainland Europe and the USA.

  • The name Otter reflects our ethos as friendly yet tenacious hunters, aiming to break away from overly process-driven approaches to offer a more personalised service.

  • Our success lies in cultivating enduring relationships with both clients and candidates, ensuring they benefit from meaningful, long-term connections.

  • The quality of our work speaks for itself. Our client roster includes Belvoir, Charlie Bigham’s, Proctor and Gamble, LVMH, Richemont, and McCormick.

  • This diverse clientele has enabled us to build a robust candidate database spanning Sales, Marketing, and Category Management roles, ranging from junior positions starting at around £35k to senior director roles commanding six-figure salaries.

Some of our valued clients past and present