Biography

Mark Burgess is the Managing Director of the Irish partner firm within AIMS International. He has over 25 years of experience in executive search and recruitment, focused on senior leadership appointments across FMCG, beverage alcohol, consumer goods, and related sectors.

Prior to his recruitment career, Mark held brand and commercial roles within prominent retail and FMCG organisations, giving him a practical understanding of the commercial and strategic challenges faced by leadership teams.

Since establishing his firm in 2010, he has delivered search assignments across four continents, partnering with founder-led scale-ups, private equity-backed brands, and global multinationals. His long-standing relationships and international reach have been central to his ability to deliver high-impact, senior-level hires.

Known for an uncompromising and partnership-led approach, Mark works closely with clients to shape briefs, challenge assumptions where needed, and run discreet, outcome-driven searches. He is committed to contributing actively across the AIMS International network and supporting clients in accessing leadership talent globally.


Inspire

Executive search runs in the family. Mark’s father was a well-known figure in the Irish recruitment industry, and his brother is a global leader in the executive search space. That heritage has shaped his career from the outset.

Languages

  • English
  • French

Local Offices

  • - ireland

Global Offices