Core Values

Personable

We are committed to providing the highest standards when it comes to being honest, personable, and transparent with every individual that interacts with Novaris.

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Culture

We work to create a culture where every employee feels valued, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential—fostering collaboration, innovation, and growth at every level.

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DE&I

We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity and empowers every voice—both within Novaris and in the partnerships we build with our clients. By prioritizing equity and belonging, we create environments where innovation thrives and collaboration drives meaningful impact.

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Success

Success is ingrained as a fundamental core value within Novaris. We uphold and prioritize the pursuit of achievement, continually striving for excellence in all our endeavours.

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About Novaris

Our mission at Novaris Search is simple. We are working to create a New Era for Executive Search.

We aim to build trusted and personable relationships, providing unparalleled solutions that empower individuals and organizations to thrive in an ever-evolving landscape.

Our Team

Meet the team at Novaris.

Olivia Banks

Managing Director

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Josh Kennington

Associate Director

Industrial

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Imogen Odunston

Business Manager

Cosmetics & Fragrance

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Aoibhinn Hogan

Client Manager

Contract Manufacturing - Pharma & Nutra

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Rory Carter

Principal Consultant

CASE

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Ben Symonds

Senior Consultant

Personal Care Contract Manufacturing

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Lewis Connolly

Senior Consultant

Ophthalmology and Optometry

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Jack Glydon

Business Consultant

Autism and IDD

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Joshua Wallis

Business Consultant

Packaging

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Tess White

Business Consultant

Data Centres

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

Olivia blends persistence with extreme pleasantry, insight with active listening, and it comes across so evidently that she cares about her clients. She is adept at finding placement solutions that work so well for both company clients and individual candidates.

VP, Operations - Veterinary Services

I have worked with Imogen as she is a recruiter that helped me find a role that was a good fit. Imogen is excellent to work with and a great communicator. I always felt like I was in the loop when working with her, and she is transparent and direct. I would recommend working with Imogen if you get the chance to!

Analyst - Healthcare

Josh was such a pleasure to work with and I highly recommend using him for your recruiting needs.

Talent Acquisition Director - Water Chemicals

I had the chance of working with Aoibhinn during my next career move. She is very proactive and thorough in responding to any questions I have, scheduling interviews, and follow up. She is simply outstanding. She helped me in landing a job. She is professional and empathetic and she provides you with timely feedback. Overall, I had a pleasure working with Aoibhinn and recommend her for anyone looking for opportunities in the Pharma and Neutra sector

Senior Scientist - Nutraceutical Contract Manufacturing

Rory was a true partner in my career journey. He was patient, professional, and met me where I was as I worked toward my next leadership role. After months of collaboration, he helped me land the perfect fit. I’d recommend Rory to anyone looking for a recruiter who genuinely invests in your growth and goals.

National Sales Manager - Industrial Coatings

Lewis and Olivia were great to work with through the entire process! Lewis, my initial contact, did a fantastic job in keeping me updated as discussions progressed. Olivia came in towards the end of this lengthy process and helped bring everything to closure! They communicated and worked together well as this dynamic situation unfolded. I have only great things to say about Lewis and Olivia!

SVP, Operations - Ophthalmology & Optometry

Working with Rory was an absolute pleasure. He listened carefully to what I was looking for, presented a high quality opportunity, and kept me undated every step of the way. Thanks to his professionalism, responsiveness, and genuine care, I landed a role I'm truly excited about. I highly recommend Rory to anyone looking for their next opportunity!

Sales Leader - Coatings

Ben was great to work with, he was very easy to talk to and flexible with scheduling despite being overseas. Helped me land a great new opportunity and seemed to have deep industry knowledge that was helpful in aligning my background with a future employer.

Director of Commercial Operations – Personal Care Contract Manufacturing

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