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Neon River

Expert executive search for games and technology companies

We build exceptional leadership teams for technology and games companies

Neon River is an executive search firm that specialises in the software, internet, games, and broader technology sectors. We recruit across all functions — product, engineering, commercial, design, data, finance, marketing, and leadership.

AI is a core area of focus. We work with companies building foundational models, applied AI tools, and infrastructure, helping them find the talent they need to scale.

What sets us apart is the pride we take in the work. Every search is delivered by a senior partner, supported by rigorous research. We're deeply embedded in the sectors we serve, and we care about the quality of the outcome. No fluff. Just proper headhunting.

Partner-led Delivery
Every search is led directly by our founder, ensuring insight, consistency, and quality from start to finish
Deep Sector Expertise
We have deep experience of working with software, games, and technology companies from start-ups to global leaders
20+ Years Experience
We have over 20 years experience of headhunting leaders into software, games and technology companies
International Reach
Many of our searches are global – supported by expert research and a strong international network

Testimonials

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We recently partnered with Peter on a Chief Product Officer role within our software portfolio. Peter was always professional, well prepared, and knowledgeable on the market and the candidates he presented. He had clearly taken the time to assess each profile in detail against the brief and continued to present options right up until we had secured our preferred candidate. I have recommended Peter to our wider portfolio since, and I am sure we will work with him again in the future as one of the best recruiters on the market.

Oliver WalePortfolio Talent Principal, Montagu Private Equity
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At Miniclip, we’ve worked with Peter and Neon River on several important hires over the years, and we’ve always been very happy with the experience. I’d recommend Neon River as one of the very best executive search firms in the market.

Rob SmallPresident and Co-Founder, Miniclip
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I know Neon River well from both a client and candidate perspective and I've always found them to be highly professional and knowledgeable about the software industry. They are a great choice for any technology company looking to augment their leadership team.

Alastair BulgerCo-Founder, Sikoia
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Over the last few years Neon River has become our go to solution for critical hires. They've been instrumental in sourcing our CFO/COO, CMO, and Design Director. They have always given us lots of highly qualified candidates to choose from, making each process a delight!

Johan SjobergCEO, Star Stable Entertainment
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I’ve worked with many executive search firms as a client over the years, and I rate Neon River highly. Their knowledge of the software and technology industries, and the companies and people shaping them is impressive. What sets them apart is not only their deep sector expertise and high-quality, Partner-led delivery, but also their strong international network and reach, which enables them to access exceptional talent across global markets. They consistently deliver with professionalism, insight, and impact.
I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to others looking for a trusted and capable executive search partner.

James GardnerHead of Talent, Distributed