About Us

Barber Search works as a trusted search partner to people-focused organisations that are building winning corporate affairs teams.

All of our searches are founder-led, and we take pride in delivering the best candidates through a seamless process

We have deep knowledge of Asian markets and also across all sectors, with a particular focus on hiring into financial services. Our network of clients and candidates includes in-house communications practitioners, as well as agencies large and small. 

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

Lucinda Barber

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.

Prior to starting Barber Search, Lucinda was an Associate Director at Wellesley Associates in Hong Kong where she focused on various aspects of corporate affairs. She has also held senior roles at Chandler Macleod and VMA Group, where she worked at offices in Asia and the U.K.

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.

A hallmark of Lucinda’s career is the strong relationships she has built and carried with her through her various roles. This longevity has enabled her to provide trusted counsel to candidates and clients over many years, becoming a vital pillar of support.