Chris Hickey

Visionary
DISC Type : Ds

Managing Director | Co-Founder at Mercury Hampton

Newton-Le-Willows, England, United Kingdom

Overview

Chris Hickey is the award-winning Co-Founder and Managing Director of Mercury Hampton, a global talent consultancy for STEM industries. With 20 years of experience, he was named Executive Search Business Leader of the Year for 2024. He is a veteran of the Royal Air Force and developed an AI-embedded talent platform.

Deeply committed to his community, Chris serves as the Chair of the Newton-le-Willows Town Board, leading a multi-million-pound regeneration project in his hometown. He is passionate about giving back to the area where he was raised. He also enjoys international travel with his family, having recently visited the Middle East.

He is spearheading a £19. 5 million investment plan to revitalize the town he grew up in.

Personality Overview

Objective Evaluator

Direct & Assertive

Fast But Thoughtful

They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time.  Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them. They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together.

Topics They Care About

Local Regeneration
As Chair of the Newton-le-Willows Town Board, he is leading a major, long-term investment plan to support economic growth and revitalize his hometown.
Talent Technology
He led the development of 'Glass, ' an AI-embedded talent software platform, and leverages technology to innovate within the recruitment and consulting industry.
STEM Leadership
His firm specializes in recruiting for STEM industries across 23 countries, and he has over two decades of experience working with executives in this sector.

Media Appearances

Chris has no verified media appearances

Work History

11-2017
Managing Director | Co-Founder at Mercury Hampton
1-2014 - 10-2017
Director - Executive Search & Selection | Sales & Marketing | Operations & Technical at Rain Consultancy Group Limited
1-2010 - 12-2013
Managing Consultant - Manufacturing, Technical & Engineering at Rain Consultancy Group Limited
5-2006 - 12-2009
Recuitmant Consultant - Sales & Marketing at Rain Consultancy Group Limited
4-2003 - 4-2006
Senior Aircraftman at Royal Air Force (RAF)

Education

Masters from ENEB - Escuela de Negocios Europea de Barcelona
CIPD from University of Chester

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Insights For Selling To Chris

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Focus on the results that your product produces, expect some strategic questions in return
  • Suggest clear next steps with confidence, don't be vague or hesitant
  • During followups, use phone or text if needed, they should be fine

DONT's

  • Avoid putting conscious effort into relationship-building
  • Don't go over them unless you are left with no other option
  • Don't focus too much on mutual contacts or bother about other stakeholders, focus on them

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Chris is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Chris

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Chris move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Chris take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Chris

Personality Compatibility


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