Consumer, CEO & Executive
London Office
DD: +44 204 558 4417
M: +44 781 312 5794
E: chris.arnold@nigelwright.com
Chris' Experience Summary
Over a 25-year career in executive search, Chris has built a deep and diverse global network within the Consumer Goods industry. He now leads Nigel Wright Group’s Home Sector practice, supporting clients across the UK, Europe, the USA, and beyond. His focus spans a dynamic and fast-evolving market dedicated to enhancing how we live—covering electronics and appliances, furniture and sanitaryware, homewares and textiles, garden products, DIY, home improvement and décor, and home infrastructure.
Chris has held leadership roles across multiple industries and regions, including ERP talent for global corporates, hedge fund recruitment, and senior supply chain appointments in FMCG. His international experience—having run businesses in both the UK and Asia—shapes a commercial and globally minded approach to executive search.
He works closely with CEOs and business owners to enhance the performance of leadership teams, regularly delivering CEO, CFO, COO, and CMO appointments, as well as key strategic functional hires at the level below.
Chris holds a BSc from Newcastle University, majoring in Psychology and Economics.
I found Nigel Wright very professional and importantly they did what they said. They were clear on the role, its requirements and kept me informed during the process.
To date, I have received carefully considered advice and good information about appropriate roles. My details have been shared across the group so that all relevant opportunities are covered. I am happy with the service I have received to date and am hopeful of securing my next role though NW in the near future.
Very professional, clear, easy to reach, open and transparent. Is more than 100% committed to the candidate!
The background, insight, and preparation for discussions that I have received has been the best I have experienced.
Very high level of involvement and professionalism, attention to detail and proactive approach.
Excellent relationship management. Great advice and communications throughout the whole process.
My experience with Nigel Wright has been excellent. Chris Arnold has been great to work with throughout the process. He is responsive, thorough, and works earnestly with both clients and candidates to ensure the process runs as smoothly as possible. I would definitely work with Chris and Nigel Wright again.
One of the best recruiting firms I have had contact with so far.
Chris Arnold was great to work with. The opportunity presented was challenging for many reasons, and although in the end we could not come to terms, it was not related to the efforts made by him. I felt very well prepared for all interactions with the prospective employer and would clearly choose to work with him again given the opportunity.
The Nigel Wright team is effective, committed and professional. From the guidance they provide me with to the way they conducted the interviews and the process, everything has been excellent. It was a great experience working with them. Special thanks to Chris for his kind approach and assistance.
Chris provided the highest quality service and through his extensive network was able to match me with the right position within a prestigious company.
The whole process, from first contact to final steps, were handled professionally and with great attitude. I felt well prepared and informed of the situation and have been able to be open about my needs.
Happy to collaborate with Nigel Wright. Great content experts providing a professional service.
Very professional, schedule prepared, and feedback time around interviews, easy to reach, strong communication.
Chris has done a great job of both guiding me through the recruitment process and keeping me informed with relevant updates and feedback from the client.
I found Nigel Wright extremely professional and from a candidate's perspective one of the few agencies that take the trouble to understand you and to keep you informed during the process.
Knowledgeable and realistic discussions that assisted in conversations with the client.
The Nigel Wright team was extraordinary to work with from my first pre-qualification discussion which enabled my preparation and due diligence to take place with focus on the areas that resonated with the client. I love that I was challenged, supported and coached through the process. I can't thank the team enough. Thank you.
Very knowledgeable of the job specifications. Job collateral provided was well perceived.