Richard Carter
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Richard Carter

Co-Founder and Managing Director

About Richard

​Richard is a joint founder, and also a Managing Director of Chilworth Partnership and Venture Recruitment Partners

He has worked in several roles handling senior level appointments for over thirty years. After training as an accountant with PwC, he changed focus to work for the world’s largest specialised staffing business initially as a consultant and then as a senior Board member.

Richard has a diverse client base ranging from SMEs to large listed businesses. He manages search mandates for these clients, typically at the C-Suite level.

With extensive experience in consulting and leadership roles, Ricahrd has two grown-up daughters and loves playing golf, watching football, fine dining, wine, cinema and theatre.

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​Are Your Salary Packages Costing You Top Finance & Accounting Talent?

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​The 5 In-Demand Accounting and Finance Skills for 2026: Is Your CV Ready?Finance recruitment in the UK has seen significant changes over the last few years. When speaking to clients across the Sou...

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​Navigating the Boardroom: Key Insights from Our First ‘WIBinar’

Last week, we hosted our first Women in Business Webinar. We regularly run in-person Women in Business events that aim to empower women to reach their full potential, and build a professional netwo...

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​For many, the term "managing up" might evoke concerns about complex dynamics or the perception that your insights are misunderstood by the people whose support you need. However, your ability to c...

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​Crisis Leadership: The Finance Leader's Guide to Navigating Uncertainty

In the last 12 months, the UK economy has fluctuated greatly. During times of economic downturn or uncertainty, the role of the senior finance leader—whether you’re a current CFO or a professional ...

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​As a finance leader, you're often juggling more than numbers. Whether you’re keeping up with new technology or adapting to an ever-changing economy, the pressure's on to ensure you and your team h...

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