Global talent solutions provider, The IN Group, appoints Richard Eardley (pictured above) as Chief Executive Officer of Investigo, InX, and Definia.

Eardley brings 35 years of industry expertise to the role, with a career spanning from rebuilding businesses post-global financial crisis, to driving cultural change in Asia.

He plans on bringing this wealth of experience and knowledge to support the next phase of the business’s expansion – helping existing team’s achieve market dominant positions, expanding the brands into new markets and developing innovative new talent solutions.

Investigo has ambitious plans for the year ahead focusing on core sectors such as technology, finance and professional services and has significant growth opportunities in both public and private sectors.

Richard Eardley, CEO of Investigo, Definia, and InX at The IN Group comments: “I am truly honoured to step into the role of CEO at Investigo, InX, and Definia. Having spent 35 years in the recruitment industry, I’ve seen first-hand the transformational impact that great people and purposeful leadership can have on businesses, careers, and lives.

Looking ahead, we plan to unlock the power of people by expanding our geographic footprint, innovating how we serve our clients, and fostering an inclusive, purpose-driven culture where everyone can thrive. This is an exciting new chapter for Investigo, and I’m incredibly excited to lead this as we continue to grow and make a lasting impact.”

Eardley continued: “Investigo is ahead of the curve in the range of value propositions it brings to market. Allied to the deep expertise and experience in the business, we are incredibly well-positioned to solve our customers’ increasingly complex talent challenges. We can become more dominant in existing markets and leverage the entrepreneurial dynamic in the business to rapidly open expand into new markets. The future prospects are simply outstanding.”

As part of Investigo’s growth plan, Eardley will be tasked with bringing specialist recruitment services to new geographies and in new markets, developing new ways to serve customers and navigate market challenges. This vision is founded on unlocking the power of people, bringing talented industry experts to the forefront of innovation and sector developments.

Nick Baxter, CEO of The IN Group comments: “Richard’s appointment represents a clear signal of our ambition and the investment we are willing to make in evolving our business. For over 20 years, our focus has been on adapting to meet the needs of our customers, the market, and our people.

We don’t pretend to have all the answers, which is why Richard’s experience is so valuable. He brings expertise we don’t yet have and a proven track record of managing large, complex businesses. His leadership will help us continue moving forward and ensure we remain at the forefront of innovation and growth.”

The IN Group comprises specialist talent brands – Investigo, InX, Definia, Caraffi, Sigma Labs, and BioTalent – dedicated to solving talent challenges across the UK, Europe, and North America.