Security and Surveillance

We find senior talent for smart security and surveillance providers
Smart security and safety solutions are utilized by a broad array of verticals including retail and manufacturing as well as healthcare, education, transit and financial services among others.
We help security, safety and surveillance technology providers secure top-calibre talent to grow their businesses.

We find senior talent for leadership and managerial roles across sales, pre-sales, marketing and more.
Our Specialist Team

Thomas Lang
Manager – Retail Hardware

Thomas Lang
Manager – Retail Hardware
Email: thomas.lang@gillespiemanners.com
Phone: 01442 200 070 ext 230
Thomas joined Gillespie Manners in January 2017 as a Graduate Researcher, moving into the Retail Practice in July of that year. Thomas has since progressed through the company to the level of Consultant, Senior Consultant, and is now the Manager of the Retail Technology team. Thomas oversees a team of consultants and has a focus on new business development within the retail, hospitality, banking and gaming sectors within payment & financial technology.
Thomas has developed a successful track record in supporting clients ranging from niche technology start-ups through to major industry players, delivering on projects throughout North America, EMEA & APAC across roles within sales, marketing, product & project management, professional services, operations, development roles & Senior Leadership including C-Level Executives.
Prior to moving into Executive Search, Thomas attended the University of St Mark & John in his home county of Devon where he graduated with a First Class Honors Degree in Sports Coaching & Physical Education.

Andra Stanca
Senior Consultant – Retail Hardware

Andra Stanca
Senior Consultant – Retail Hardware
Email: andra.stanca@gillespiemanners.com
Phone: 01442 200 074 ext 251
Andra has worked in technology recruitment for 4 years, supporting both hardware and software clients, specifically within the retail sector. She has successfully delivered many mid to senior level hires, including C-levels executives across the UK, US and EMEA.

Simon Knott
Senior Consultant – Retail Hardware

Simon Knott
Senior Consultant – Retail Hardware
Email: simon.knott@gillespiemanners.com
Phone: 01442 971 820 ext 252
Simon joined Gillespie Manners in January 2022. With varied experience across a range of recruitment specialisms and client-facing roles, Simon brings a wealth of expertise to the team. Simon now provides Executive Search services to leading global retail technology organisations.

Ghazala Khalid
Consultant – Retail Hardware

Ghazala Khalid
Consultant – Retail Hardware
Email: ghazala.khalid@gillespiemanners.com
Phone: 01442 289 157 ext 207
Ghazala joined Gillespie Manners in 2019, and in her time with the business, she’s experienced multiple markets and progressed to the level of Consultant, specialising in the retail hardware industry.
Ghazala has developed a successful track record in supporting clients ranging from niche technology start-ups through to major industry players, delivering on projects throughout North America, EMEA & APAC.
Case Studies
Customer Success Manager – APAC
A leading retail optimisation software company sought to expand their APAC region amid a challenging market.
Chief Revenue Officer – USA
A European headquartered micro-fulfilment start-up sought to establish a US presence via a first-on-the-ground CRO hire.
Enterprise Sales Team - USA
A European headquartered, global market leader in retail demand forecasting sought to expand their enterprise sales team across the USA. Multiple hires were required, all with niche skillsets.
VP of North America – USA
A global warehousing technology company sought to strategically scale their business pre-IPO via the selection of a territory leader with a unique blend experience.