James founded Fintelligent in 2015 with the goal of building a best-in-class consultancy while also putting social purpose and the environment at the heart of the business.
Under James&rsquo;s leadership, Fintelligent has become a multi-award winning enterprise, receiving accolades from SIA, RITA, and made the prestigious Sunday Times Best Place to Work in the UK list in 2023. &nbsp;James and the senior management team are responsible for building and executing Fintelligent&rsquo;s longer-term vision while continuing to push the envelope in developing a forward-thinking and cutting-edge proposition.
In his spare time, James enjoys spending time with his partner and holds a keen interest in boxing and has attended numerous major fights in the past.&nbsp; James has previously completed the Manchester marathon and has plans to run the London marathon in the future.

James Fowler

Dan joined Fintelligent as Managing Director in 2024, overseeing the growth of our existing markets and working closely with CEO James Fowler to drive the business&rsquo;s wider strategy.
Dan has supported the UK and European Real Estate markets for over a decade, working with leading lenders and funders across Development Finance, Bridging, Specialist Term Mortgages, and Special Situations. He holds an exemplary track record at all levels and is known as a pioneer of project-focused, value-add recruitment solutions.
Outside of work, Dan enjoys spending time with his wife, two daughters, and dog Charlie. He is a keen golfer and a follower of football and rugby league.

Daniel Greenhalgh

Taya joined the company in 2017 and has since advanced to the position of Associate Director of People and Organisational Development.
In this role, she leads the development and execution of innovative learning and development strategies, providing crucial support to both managers and consultants. Taya also oversees the integration of cutting-edge technical solutions, ensuring that the business is equipped with the best tools to serve clients efficiently and empower individuals to achieve their full potential. Alongside this, she manages multiple projects across the organisation and drives the implementation of key processes to support sustainable business growth.
In her spare time, Taya loves spending time with her partner and indulging in her passion for cooking, especially whipping up her famous chocolate brownies &ndash; widely regarded as the best you'll ever taste!

Taya Hornsby

Since joining Fintelligent, Lauren has played a key role in shaping the company&rsquo;s brand and marketing strategy, with a focus on driving inbound client and candidate engagement across each of the sectors we operate in. She leads on digital campaigns, content creation, search engine optimisation, and events, helping to elevate the business&rsquo; visibility and position Fintelligent as a standout name in the industry.
Lauren is passionate about connecting people and ideas, and works closely with our headhunters to deliver marketing that fuels business growth and opens new opportunities. Away from work, Lauren is a seasoned traveller with a goal to visit 30 countries before turning 30, a regular at live music events, and a proud aunty to two gorgeous little boys.

Lauren Turner

James is the Divisional Manager &ndash; Legal at Fintelligent, he oversees the management and growth of the Legal team in both the US and UK markets.
James works with the world&rsquo;s most prestigious law firms on Associate to Partner level positions. His area of expertise includes Corporate, Private Equity, Capital Markets, Banking &amp; Finance, Real Estate, Private Funds, Antitrust &amp; Competition, Litigation &amp; Arbitration in cities such as New York, Washington DC, Chicago, Los Angeles, and London.
James holds an Economics degree from the University of Manchester and in his spare time can be found skiing or attending music festivals.

James Noble

Tom is the Divisional Manager for Real Estate &amp; Senior Debt, a sector he has supported since 2021.
Tom works with seasoned professionals and emerging talent across Development Finance, Bridging, Structured Finance, and Real Estate Private Equity, partnering them with Advisories, Banks, Non-Bank Lenders, and Investment Managers in the UK and EU. His client book ranges from leading global enterprises to boutique firms with complex and esoteric financing appetites.
In his spare time, Tom enjoys the company of his wife and young son. He is an avid follower of Manchester United and a keen gym-goer and boxer.&nbsp;

Tom Simpson

Andy is an Executive Consultant in Fintelligent&rsquo;s Legal division, having joined the business in 2020. 
He has an extensive track record of placing seasoned professionals and emerging talent in the top 100 grossing law firms in the US and UK markets. Andy&rsquo;s client book includes the most prestigious BigLaw and Magic and Silver Circle firms.
In his spare time, Andy is a keen follower of multiple sports including Football and Rugby.

Andy Barrett

Jenni has been with Fintelligent since 2017 and is a Principal Consultant on the Financial Services team, typically working on assignments for mortgage advisors, case management, and collections advisors.
Jenni&rsquo;s role covers a variety of sectors, including property finance, insurance, accountancy, motor finance, and banking. Her client base consists of loan brokers, insurance providers, property lenders, and contact centres.
Outside of work, Jenni enjoys wholesome weekends with her husband and dog Basil. These include cooking, discovering new dog walks, and enjoying the latest Netflix series.

Jenni Lunt

Owen joined as Principal Consultant in 2024, he is responsible for the growth of Fintelligent&rsquo;s Business Finance offering which focuses on Asset Finance, Invoice Finance, Vendor Finance, Stock Finance, and Trade Finance.
Owen operates UK-wide, working with funders and intermediaries on assignments for sales, credit, operational roles, and senior management positions. His client base is multi-sector, focusing on firms that provide tailored funding solutions to trading businesses and high-net-worths. Additionally, Owen provides support to the Real Estate team on operational roles.
Originally from East Lothian, Scotland, Owen relocated to Manchester in 2022 and established a local football club which he both plays for and manages. Owen and partner Niamh are expecting their first child, a baby boy due in January.

Owen Nayar

Harry joined Fintelligent in 2022, helping to establish and grow the US Legal team. Harry has since progressed to Senior Consultant and focuses on strategic talent placements for leading private practices across the US.
Harry works closely with top-tier US and international law firms&nbsp;and middle-market, regional, and boutique firms. His expertise spans both contentious and non-contentious legal disciplines, and he has a proven track record of successfully placing associate, counsel, and partner-level attorneys in some of the most sought-after positions nationwide.
In his personal time, Harry enjoys supporting his football team Crewe Alexandra, and is a keen music fan and concert-goer.

Harry Davis

Sofie joined the US Legal team as a Senior Consultant in 2024, following a successful career focusing on the Risk &amp; Compliance market.
Sofie partners with&nbsp;lawyers across the United States with a focus on New York, Washington DC, Chicago, Texas, and California, to unearth career opportunities in the AmLaw Top 100 firms. She mainly supports Associate and Counsel level candidates in lateral moves across a range of practice specialties including Banking, Investment Funds, Project Finance, Real Estate, and Tax.
Originally from Aberdeen, Scotland, Sofie studied Law at Glasgow University and in her spare time enjoys hosting dinner parties and caring for her two kittens.

Sofie Hayward

Max joined Fintelligent in 2024 as a Consultant in the US Legal team, having graduated from Newcastle University with a degree in Business Management.
Max specializes in partnering top talent with elite opportunities across the AM Law Top 100, focusing on the East Coast market. His area of expertise includes but is not limited to Capital Markets, Debt &amp; Leveraged Finance, Corporate M&amp;A, Private Equity, and Antitrust &amp; Competition.
Outside of work, Max is a successful private investor and a passionate traveler. His most recent expedition included a tour of South East Asia.

Max Walsh

Emma is our Office Manager, she joined the business in 2024 as a Senior Compliance Officer where she managed all the onboarding for candidates across multiple divisions before progressing into her current role.
Emma is responsible for supporting Fintelligent&rsquo;s executive team and consultants with a variety of operational and organisational duties.&nbsp; She also plays a pivotal role in driving the office culture and ensuring the business is running as efficiently as possible.
When not in work, Emma enjoys spending time with her children, cooking, and watching the latest Netflix series.

Emma O'Connor

Aiden is a Principal Consultant &ndash; Financial Services at Fintelligent, he has over 6 years recruitment experience partnering with a range of SMEs and multinational organisations across a variety of silos within Financially regulated industries.
Aiden focusses on hires ranging from entry level positions up to C-suite headhunt hires. He has a strong understanding of the Insurance sector, Asset Finance and Lending with a particular geographical focus on the Northwest &amp; Midlands. 
&nbsp;Aiden is a Business Management Degree holder from Manchester Metropolitan University and enjoys going to the gym, watching Manchester City and eating far too many takeaways in his spare time!

Our People

James Fowler

Daniel Greenhalgh

Taya Hornsby

Lauren Turner

James Noble

Tom Simpson

Andy Barrett

Jenni Lunt

Owen Nayar

Harry Davis

Sofie Hayward

Max Walsh

Emma O'Connor

Aiden Wilson

As a growing business that's been recognised by The Sunday Times and the SIA as one of the Best Places To Work for two years running, we are always on the look out for talented people to join our journey.

We’d love to chat.
Get in Touch.

Our People

James Fowler

Daniel Greenhalgh

Taya Hornsby

Lauren Turner

James Noble

Tom Simpson

Andy Barrett

Jenni Lunt

Owen Nayar

Harry Davis

Sofie Hayward

Max Walsh

Emma O'Connor

Aiden Wilson

As a growing business that's been recognised by The Sunday Times and the SIA as one of the Best Places To Work for two years running, we are always on the look out for talented people to join our journey.

We’d love to chat.Get in Touch.

We’d love to chat.
Get in Touch.