About Us

With a strong focus on process, diversity and candidate care, Archer Mac understands the unique challenges and responsibilities of government, public sector and non-profit hiring. Unlike private sector recruitment, public sector hiring demands deep knowledge of compliance, equity and transparency, along with a commitment to serving the public good. Archer Mac go beyond matching CVs to job descriptions - we build long-term talent pipelines that reflect the communities being served.

We are skilled at engaging candidates who are passionate about making an impact, and we always attract talent despite budget constraints or slower hiring timelines. Our founder worked in government herself, so we know how to navigate civil service processes, diversity and inclusion standards, and evolving workforce expectations in areas like remote work, the Places for Growth agenda or digital transformation.

At Archer Mac, we are trusted advisors who bring both empathy and expertise to a sector that demands integrity, inclusiveness and public accountability. Our work helps build more effective, representative and resilient institutions - shaping the future of the public service one hire at a time.

We are passionate about working with like-minded individuals who inherently care for our community, our healthcare system and our government. Like we do.

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Testimonials

  • Stephanie, I just wanted to record how brilliant you have been throughout this whole campaign! You have been so supportive, encouraging and thoughtful, ensuring that I am kept informed at regular intervals – and ensuring that I know what is going on and what to expect. You have been so kind and considerate and your use of Whatsapp and email and every other method to keep me in the picture was just so appreciated when I was in South America and not quite knowing what time it was! Indeed you managing the 5-6 hours’ time difference was a huge help to me. It really was the care you gave me that meant so much, as well as ensuring I knew what to expect and to do - during things like the fireside chats, Staff Engagement Exercise and the interview itself. Your message to me over Easter enabled me to relax and enjoy my trip to Arran, especially appreciated when I knew you too were away in Ireland with your children for the Easter break. I am so grateful for all you have done; I couldn’t have possibly succeeded in securing the role without your help – right from the outset when we discussed how I should best approach the Suitability Statement! Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

    Melinda Johnson, Chief Operating Officer, OFGEM

  • “Steph is incredibly professional and collaborative in her approach to executive search for the Government Finance Function. She is knowledgeable of Civil Service recruitment processes and builds credibility with senior stakeholders effectively. She understands the intricate processes of the civil service and has successfully appointed some of our most impressive hires.”

    Ria Bush, Senior HRBP, Government Finance Function

  • “I was privileged to meet Ms Robinson while looking for a senior position in the UK. She provided invaluable advice on my resume and assisted me during the recruitment process. Her help and advice have been tremendous and helped me to focus on the critical element of the job interview, which was successful. I want to express my deep gratitude to Ms Robinson for her guidance and assistance during the process. Her professionalism and proactive attitude contributed to the success of my interview.”

    Andrea Manfrin, Deputy Director of Clinical Investigations and Trials, MHRA

  • "Since receiving the opportunity to interview with the NAO, I received a recruiter who was truly in my corner to help me obtain this great opportunity. I found Stephanie to be: incredibly patient with answering my many questions (many 2 min phone calls would go 20 but you wouldn’t have known with Steph's understanding), great motivator in managing nerves for the recruitment process which was very challenging and great at reflecting post the process when I was being overly critical of myself. Receiving the news from her that I got an offer from the NAO was a highlight of the year (even my career) and I have to credit her massively for making this moment. Even now after receiving and accepting the offer after more than 5 months, she even made the effort to check in (whilst away on a much-needed break) which was really appreciated. I would highly recommend Stephanie to be their recruiter in getting the role of their interest. Thanks again Steph."

    Ashwin Rajakumar, Senior Auditor, NAO

  • “As a successful candidate working with Stephanie, I found her great support from the initial application discussions through to starting the role and all points in between! She was enthusiastic, insightful and well-informed about her client and the job role, and she is friendly, professional, encouraging and generous with her time. She ensured I was well prepared for the process. She is clearly someone with a lot of passion for her industry and the public sector!”


    Andrew Reeve, Strategic Finance Lead, Richmond and Wandsworth Councils

  • “Steph was fantastic to work with for a large and complex recruitment campaign across two separate financial reporting teams at Treasury. Her knowledge of Civil Service processes and professional approach was a huge factor in helping us attract a range of excellent candidates in roles that were historically difficult to recruit to. In particular, Steph struck a really impressive balance between the needs of the organisation and those of the candidates, from whom she received some excellent feedback. I’d have no hesitation of working with Steph again.”

    Matt Rowe, Head of Whole Government Accounts, HM Treasury

  • Steph led us through the recruitment process with ease, from an initial discussion all the way to offer. Steph offered advice and did a brilliant job of the candidate pack, seeking out suitable candidates, shortlisting and arranging interview schedules. It was Steph’s knowledge and advice that I valued the most through the process and will be asking her to help us with future recruitment.     

    Sarah Forster, Finance Director, Sport England 

  • “Steph did a great job leading our recruitment campaign for a number of senior finance roles within a newly formed team. I was impressed with how she thought outside the box to give us a selection of good candidates from a range of different sectors, and her recommendations and appraisals showed a strong understanding of a complex brief. She was a great communicator throughout and a pleasure to work with.

    James Deane, Director of Business, Finance and Property, House of Commons