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Meet the team at Novaris.
Olivia Banks
Managing Director -
With more than a decade of experience in executive search across healthcare and scientific markets, Olivia has built a trusted network of senior professionals and established a strong reputation for delivering strategic, relationship-led search solutions.
With key focus on the US Veterinary Service industry, she partners closely with organisations to identify and secure the leadership talent needed to support growth, transformation, clinical performance, and long-term success.
As Managing Director of Novaris Search, Olivia leads the firm’s executive search strategy while developing a high-performing team of consultants. Her approach combines market insight, rigorous search methodology, and a highly personalised service designed around each client’s business objectives, within each consultants niche market segment.
Through deep sector expertise, established industry relationships, and an unwavering commitment to quality, Olivia delivers exceptional executive talent and a consistently high standard of service to clients and candidates across the US Vet Med market.
Josh Kennington
Associate Director - Industrial
Josh leads Novaris Search’s global Industrial division, bringing more than six years’ experience building and managing high-performing executive search teams across specialist market verticals. As Associate Director, he shapes the firm’s executive search strategy, supports the ongoing development of our consultants, and plays a key role in driving the organisation’s continued growth.
He also leads executive search assignments across the global water treatment and chemical markets, where he has developed an extensive network of senior executives and industry professionals. Working closely with clients to understand their strategic objectives, Josh combines deep market knowledge, rigorous search methodology, and a highly personalised approach to identify and secure exceptional leadership talent.
His focus is on delivering successful appointments that create long-term value for clients, while building trusted, lasting relationships across the markets he serves.
Imogen Odunston
Business Manager - Cosmetics & Fragrance
Imogen partners closely with global organisations in the cosmetics & fragrance market. She utilises her years of experience to develop strategic search strategies that ensure continuing successful placements for a diverse group of clients, ranging from Start-Ups and PE backed companies, to public & global organisations.
Imogen’s BA degree in International Business has allowed her to keep on top of market trends in the evolving industry, whilst developing an extensive global network full of well-developed relationships and trust.
Aoibhinn Hogan
Client Manager - Contract Manufacturing - Pharma & Nutra
Aoibhinn is a specialist in the nutraceutical and pharmaceutical contract manufacturing sectors, bringing a unique blend of scientific expertise and business acumen. Leveraging her Master’s degree in Nutrition alongside her years of executive recruiting experience, she builds genuine connections and delivers strategic talent solutions that drive success.
Her approach combines deep industry knowledge with a commitment to long-term partnerships, ensuring the placement of exceptional professionals who make an impact.
Rory Carter
Principal Consultant - CASE
Rory is a Business Consultant at Novaris Search, specializing in the global Case Chemicals industry. He excels in assisting startups, SMEs, and large international developers in securing top-tier talent across the globe. With a deep understanding of the market and an ever-expanding network of candidates, Rory is committed to cultivating successful and personable relationships with his clients and candidates, ensuring their growth and success.
Ben Symonds
Senior Consultant - Personal Care Contract Manufacturing
As a Senior Consultant specializing in the global personal care and beauty contract manufacturing, Ben drives executive-level recruitment across the sector’s most dynamic organizations. With a proven track record placing C-suite leaders, including a recent CEO placement at a leading PE-backed contract manufacturer, Ben combines deep industry expertise with strategic insight into growth and consolidation.
Ben partners with emerging contract manufacturers, mid-market innovators, and established global leaders to build leadership teams across C-suite, commercial, R&D, operations, quality, and beyond. His strategic approach and trusted network ensure clients and candidates thrive in a competitive, fast-evolving landscape.
Lewis Connolly
Senior Consultant - Ophthalmology and Optometry
Lewis is a specialist search consultant within the US Ophthalmology and Optometry industry, focusing on all functions of the market.
As an experienced consultant, Lewis partners with clients from startups to large multi-billion dollar organizations in securing them top industry talent. With a ever expanding network, Lewis is dedicated to fostering lasting relationships with clients and candidates alike. His deep understanding of this specific industry enables him to drive successful growth for both his clients and candidates.
Jack Glydon
Business Consultant - Autism and IDD
Jack is a specialist search consultant at Novaris Search, focusing on the US Autism and IDD services industry. He is dedicated to helping organizations secure exceptional talent while supporting candidates in finding opportunities that align with their career goals. His focus on the market enables him to provide a personal and informed approach to recruitment, helping drive positive outcomes.
Joshua Wallis
Business Consultant - Packaging
Josh is a specialist search consultant at Novaris Search, working within the global packaging industry.
Josh is dedicated to helping organisations secure exceptional talent while supporting candidates in finding opportunities aligned with their career aspirations. His extensive sales experience and in-depth understanding of the market enables him to deliver a personal, informed approach to recruitment, helping both clients and candidates achieve positive, long-term outcomes.
Tess White
Business Consultant - Data Centres
As a business consultant in the data centre industry, Tess combines in-depth sector knowledge with a strategic approach to building long-term, successful partnerships. She collaborates and supports a diverse range of clients, from innovative start-ups to established global operators in securing top industry talent.
Tess’s commitment to understanding market dynamics and fostering strong, trusting relationships ensures that both her clients and candidates thrive in the competitive data centre landscape.
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