The FiveTen Group is pleased to appoint John Rose to be its new Chief Executive.

John Rose will move from his current position of Chief Executive of Kellan Group Plc, whose operations include Berkeley Scott, RK Group and Quantica. Previously, he was the UK Chief Executive for Hudson.

FiveTen Chairman, Richard Mead, commented, "Having conducted a meticulous global search, we are delighted to have landed John Rose. With his personal standing, depth of experience and intimate knowledge of our specialist markets, John's skills will enable us to go from strength to strength. Although we live in challenging times, our focus remains on organic growth and effective cross - selling, so maximising the potential of our successful names. John will provide the quality of leadership now essential to achieve our long term ambitions."

John Rose commented,” This is a truly exciting opportunity. As well as the strategic backing, the specialist brands and the global platform, the Group possesses some outstanding talent and huge potential. It’s a rare, if not unique, chance to develop a world – renowned professional recruitment business.”