Barber Search is the trusted search partner for organisations that are building winning corporate affairs teams.

THE BARBER SEARCH DIFFERENCE

We take pride in our creative, differentiated approach, and in the extensive network that Barber Search has built over more than 20 years. 

exceptional Network

Founder-led Search

focused on culture

Long-term Partner

Our Founder

Managing Director Lucinda Barber founded Barber Search in January 2019.

As a high touch, relationship-focused professional, Lucinda brings to Barber Search more than two decades of experience in search and recruitment worldwide.

Throughout her career, Lucinda has specialized in hiring marketing and communications practitioners, building a deep knowledge of the technical expertise required to succeed in those fields, as well as an extensive network of contacts in Asia and Europe

GLOBAL REACH 

At Barber Search, we pride ourselves on our global experience and Asian networks.

In 2024, we built on that by announcing a strategic partnership with Taylor Birchwood,
an executive search firm for corporate affairs leaders based in London, this relationship
allows us to help organisations hire the best talent from around the world, and better
support communications leaders looking to move internationally. 

With our complementary networks and geographies, we believe that this partnership
enhances the offering that Barber Search can bring to our clients and candidates in Asia. 

Testimonials

  • Lucinda is the most well-connected professional in the communications industry across APAC. What truly sets her apart are her insights, integrity and relentless pursuit in finding the right long-term fit for her clients. In an industry filled with transactional individuals, Lucinda builds trusted, long-term relationships and provides unparalleled counsel. She is particularly skilled in the area of financial communications, from private equity to insurance and beyond, and has worked with leading global organizations in this space. She is my go-to resource for industry and talent insight.

    Senior Vice President, Private Equity Firm

  • I’ve known Lucinda for my entire time in Hong Kong, and I would definitely consider her to be the pre-eminent search executive in communications based here. Whenever I have approached Lucinda about a role, she has been remarkably responsive and she has delivered me high quality candidates that fit the brief perfectly. Outside of that, Lucinda has always been assiduous in keeping me up to date on new talent that is available in the market, based on her understanding of my organization and team dynamics. I would not hesitate to work with Lucinda again.

    Former Head of Communications, Global Insurance Company

  • Lucinda’s guidance has been always timely, informative and honest. Most importantly she maintains a high level of transparency throughout the process but is very discreet at the same time.

    Executive Director, Corporate Communications, Private Equity Firm