About Us
Shortgate is an executive search firm which specialises in the sourcing and selection of top talent within the Software & Technology Sectors. We use a consultative yet direct head-hunting approach and have built a solid reputation for being a client focused, delivery-orientated consultancy.
We partner with our clients and treat each assignment as a unique project, our approach is based on industry expertise, integrity and a commitment to deliver top talent acquisition – right now.
Whilst we use cutting edge technology at the forefront of our sourcing strategy, our methodology on each project will always be pro-active, we act as your voice in the market, targeting your competitive landscape with professionalism and discretion.
We have conducted numerous strategic and contingent campaigns supporting multi-national corporations to entrepreneurial start-ups.
Mark Segal (ACA) – Executive Chairman
Mark is a Chartered Accountant who has been involved in Private Equity and turnaround work for the last 20 years and has a current investment portfolio of six trading companies. Mark has vast experience of different industries and varying skills specialising in financial restructuring, operational efficiency and acquisitions. He ensures our operating model, service capability and commercial terms are aligned with our client’s expectations.

Adam Moss – Sales Director
Adam has been working in executive search for the last seven years beginning his career as a resourcer for a leading search firm servicing the tier one players in the IT Services & Technology sectors. After much training and development Adam established himself as a core member of the team, leading the companies most critical hire campaigns and eventually becoming an Associate Partner in 2009. He is passionate about the recruitment industry and exceeding client’s expectations with integrity, honesty and total commitment to delivery. Adam joined Shortgate in 2011 and leads the Resourcing Team.

