Mondo Search, the Australian-owned headhunting firm that specialises in the drinks industry, is opening a UK office
led by Christian Hughes. A qualified sommelier, Hughes has worked in recruitment since 1996.
Also recruited by Mondo are former Australian Wine Bureau director Hazel Murphy and former Seagram managing director John Ratcliffe, both of whom will act as 'associates'.
Hughes commented: 'In the last decade companies in the UK wine market have become much more marketing-savvy and are increasingly looking to recruit and retain good commercial, marketing and sales skills from both within and outside the industry. This is where Mondo Search UK can play a key role.
'Our initial assignments include identifying key executives interested in a move to Australia, as well as managing UK-based and European appointments.'
Mondo will be based in Covent Garden.