John Gilbertson

John leads Meraki Talent's UK Accountancy & Finance division and is recognised as one of Scotland's most respected and well-connected senior finance recruiters.

He is a renowned expert in qualified and senior finance appointments, recruiting across roles such as Head of Finance, Finance Director and CFO. John partners with organisations ranging from ambitious owner-managed and high-growth businesses to PE-backed organisations, established national employers and global corporates.

John has particular expertise in supporting businesses at important stages of their development. Whether an organisation is strengthening its finance leadership team, preparing for growth or investment, undergoing transformation or planning for succession, he works closely with senior stakeholders to understand both the immediate requirement and the wider commercial objectives behind the hire.

His knowledge of the senior finance market enables him to advise clients not only on individual appointments, but also on talent availability, salary benchmarking, organisational structures and the wider trends influencing the recruitment and retention of senior finance professionals.

For candidates, John brings an equally long-term perspective. He understands that senior career moves are about much more than the next job title and takes the time to understand an individual’s experience, ambitions, motivations and the type of organisation in which they can make the greatest impact.

Having recruited within Scotland’s Accountancy & Finance market for many years, John combines deep local knowledge with a broad UK network. This has established him as a trusted recruitment partner for organisations seeking experienced finance professionals who can provide both strong technical capability and genuine commercial leadership.

Away from the office, John enjoys spending time with his family and friends, following Scottish football, keeping active and making the most of the outdoors whenever he gets the opportunity.