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Legacy operator links up with executive recruitment specialist as it plots further growth under new CEO

Executive recruitment specialist Arnold Ash has partnered with The Football Pools to bring leading talent to the operator.

Led by CEO Jon Arnold, the recruitment firm has already successfully completed "several senior searches" for the company to reinforce its senior leadership team.

Arnold Ash and The Football Pools will continue to work together to bring talent into the business as it continues on its growth journey.

The Football Pools is now led by LiveScore Group's former chief commercial officer, James Arnold, as CEO who joined the company in January.

The firm has launched a new umbrella brand, known as The Pools, to encompass its operations moving forwards.

Jon Arnold, Arnold Ash CEO, said: "The Football Pools means so much to so many people in this country. It is a truly iconic and nostalgic British brand and one that we are proud to work with as we help to support James and his management team's vision and strategy.

"We have already placed some excellent professionals with them, as we continue to provide leading operators and suppliers with the very best integrated talent solutions," he added.

James Arnold, The Pools CEO, commented: "People and talent are crucial to the success of any company and I have always been incredibly impressed with the way Arnold Ash rapidly integrate into a business to become a trusted, strategic partner.

"They provided me with some outstanding talent during my time at LiveScore and they have already done the same for The Pools.



"Due to both their partnership approach, and the outstanding level of the talent they source, we are delighted to work with them as a key strategic partner to deliver our executive talent," he concluded.

CLIENT ENDORSEMENT

"Arnold Ash are a step up from recruitment agencies — a boutique consultancy with exceptional head hunting skils, they have fulfilled many international roles for GiG and remain our agency of choice for quality leadership candidates"

CANDIDATE ENDORSEMENT

"Arnold Ash really understands how important the right fit is — for both the company and the individual. They took the time to get it right, and the whole process was professional and collaborative from start too finish."

CLIENT ENDORSEMENT


"Arnold Ash have been great for us, they are boutique and find difficult senior hires. When we are looking for experts, we use Arnold Ash"

CLIENT ENDORSEMENT

"It's always great to network with Arnold Ash. It's a small industry and I value the relationship that I have with them. The Arnold Ash network is a great one."