Testimonials

Oakstone International is consistently recognised as a leading SaaS executive search firm for hiring across the EMEA, US and APAC.

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HiBob Sales Director | Client Testimonial

One Peak Partners Advisor | Client Testimonial

VP of Customer Success Coupa | Client Testimonial

Splunk Head of Technical Services | Client Testimonial

LogMeIn Sales Director | Client Testimonial

LogMeIn Head of EMEA | Client Testimonial

PROS General Manager | Client Testimonial

Siteimprove RVP Sales | Client Testimonial

Icertis VP of Sales | Client Testimonial

Newstore VP of Sales | Client Testimonial

Concentra Analytics Sales Director | Client Testimonial

ServiceMax EMEA Solutions Consultant | Client Testimonial

Redpoint Global VP EMEA | Client Testimonial

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Account Executive Insurance | Candidate Testimonial

“Working with Arran, Tristan, and the entire team at Oakstone International was an exceptional experience from start to finish. Their communication was outstanding, and the level of preparation and insight they provided at every stage truly set them apart. It was clear they have a strong, trusted relationship with their client, which gave me confidence throughout the process. What stood out most was their professionalism and genuine care. This was not about simply placing a candidate. They were deeply invested in finding the right long term fit for both sides, and it showed in every interaction. Knowing how many successful placements they have made with this client only reinforced that trust. Arran will absolutely be my go to for referrals moving forward. I cannot recommend Oakstone International highly enough. The entire team deserves real credit for helping me land what I consider a role of a lifetime.”

B.C. regarding their experience with Divisional Director Tristan Heywood and Managing Consultant Arran Campbell. The candidate joined Smart Communications as an Account Executive (Insurance) in the USA.

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SVP Global Partners & Alliances | Candidate Testimonial

“I had the pleasure of working with Tristan for the last few months, and I can say without hesitation that he is among the best executive recruiters I have worked with. He is a consummate professional with the way he sets expectations, communicates clearly and consistently and follows through on commitments he makes. Highly recommend Tristan.”

S.S. regarding their experience with Divisional Director Tristan Heywood. The candidate joined Smart Communications as SVP Global Partners & Alliances. Via TrustPilot.

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Head of Business Development | Candidate Testimonial

“Top-notch experience. Got recruited to lead a BDR team. I always give the same advice to my reps about recruiters. “If you ever meet a good recruiter. Stay with them forever” Timeline: Burnice Lange pitched me my current org in summer 2025 for a different org. Didn’t get through the process. Tristan came back in the new year for another role. Both had decent knowledge of the org. Could answer my second and third level questions about the opp. (This is where a lot of other firms can fall down) Tristan guided me well and gave truthful and blunt feedback throughout the process.”

D.H. regarding their experience with Divisional Director Tristan Heywood and Managing Consultant Burnice Lange. The candidate joined AG Grid as a Head of Business Development in the UK. Via TrustPilot.

Oakstone International 10/02/2026 Oakstone International 10/02/2026

VP Sales and Marketing | Candidate Testimonial

“Strong communication, subject matter expertise and attention to detail throughout the process.”

O.M. regarding their experience with Divisional Director Tristan Heywood. The candidate joined Webexpenses as VP Sales and Marketing in the UK. Via TrustPilot.

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VP of Global Sales Enablement | Candidate Testimonial

“Tristan is the very definition of a Top Tier professional Executive Recruiter. He and the Oakstone team are the Tip of the Spear when it comes to sourcing, vetting and developing executive talent for any organisation. 100/100.”

C.I. regarding their experience with Divisional Director Tristan Heywood. The candidate joined Smart Communications as VP of Global Sales Enablement in the USA. Via TrustPilot.

Oakstone International 15/10/2025 Oakstone International 15/10/2025

Senior Account Manager | Candidate Testimonial

“I had an excellent experience with Oakstone. Arran and Tristan were awesome to work with—quick to respond, clear at every step, and genuinely invested in the outcome. I’d happily recommend them to anyone exploring their next move.”

J.H.B. regarding their experience with Divisional Director Tristan Heywood and Managing Consultant Arran Campbell. The candidate joined Smarsh as a Senior Account Manager. Via TrustPilot.

Oakstone International 23/09/2025 Oakstone International 23/09/2025

Account Executive | Candidate Testimonial

“Finally a recruiter that has the candidates and the company’s best interest at heart. Right from the first conversation all the way to the offer stage and beyond, Sam & Tristan were great listeners, professional and made sure that the role was a great fit. I would recommend Oakstone to everyone who is looking for their next role.”

S.K. regarding their experience with Divisional Director Tristan Heywood and Senior Consultant Sam Reader. The candidate joined Smart Communications as UK, Dutch Account Executive. Via TrustPilot.

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Account Executive | Candidate Testimonial

From the very first conversation, they listened. They took the time to understand my personal circumstances and experience, and made the role they wanted to talk to me about feel relevant and relatable. Communication throughout was like speaking with someone I’d known for years. They quickly became a trusted voice — always honest, always responsive. What stood out most was the support. I was thoroughly prepped for each stage, with persona-specific insights and clear expectations of what success in the role would look like. It felt like more of a partnership than a sales pitch, which is rare in recruitment. That approach played a huge role in my decision to join Fairmarkit. I genuinely felt understood, and never pushed in a direction that wasn’t right for me. If you’re considering working with them, my advice is simple: 100% yes.

W.H. regarding their experience with Divisional Director Tristan Heywood and Managing Consultant Ben Whaley. The candidate joined Fairmarkit as an Account Executive. Via TrustPilot.

Oakstone International 02/07/2025 Oakstone International 02/07/2025

VP of Product | Candidate Testimonial

“Working with Oakstone Recruitment was a genuinely refreshing experience. The entire process was handled with a level of professionalism, transparency, and personal care that made me feel truly valued. Communication was clear and consistent, and I always felt well-prepared at each stage. What really stood out was their human approach as well as speed and efficiency, especially as we were navigating several different time zones. Big shoutout to Burnice and Tristan for all of their time and involvement! Highly recommended to anyone looking for a trusted recruitment partner.”

E.M. regarding their experience with Divisional Director Tristan Heywood and Managing Consultant Burnice Lange. The candidate joined Stronglifts as VP of Product. Via TrustPilot.

Oakstone International 13/05/2025 Oakstone International 13/05/2025

Account Director | Candidate Testimonial

“I’d happily recommend both Tristan and Oakstone to anyone considering a career move or using their services. Throughout the process, Tristan was extremely helpful and communicative, he kept me informed at every stage so I always knew what was going on. His support made the experience smooth and positive from start to finish.”

C.E. regarding their experience with Oakstone Divisional Director Tristan Heywood. The candidate joined Smart Communications. Via TrustPilot.

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Sales Director | Candidate Testimonial

“I had a fantastic experience with Oakstone International in securing my new role. From the very first outreach, The consultants stood out, providing thoughtful feedback and invaluable coaching that guided me through a rigorous process of over a significant number of stages. Their insights really helped me stay focused and prepared at each step. Josie was superb in co-ordinating all the calls and interviews, ensuring everything ran smoothly and on time. The logistics were flawless, which made a real difference in keeping the process moving forward with pace. Tristan also played a key role, offering strategic coaching and background on the key stakeholders I’d be meeting. His input gave me a real edge in the conversations. Overall, Oakstone was professional, responsive, and genuinely invested in my success. I’d highly recommend them to anyone looking to make a move in their career.”

J.M. regarding their experience with Divisional Director Tristan Heywood and Operations Director Josie Cozins. The candidate joined Icertis.

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“Thank you to Tristan and Josie at Oakstone International. Throughout the recruitment process, both of them were very engaged and very responsive. I was always kept up to date on the process and consistently briefed ahead of each meeting. Overall, a great experience.”

A candidate regarding their experience with Divisional Director Tristan Heywood and Operations Director Josie Cozins.

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Executive Account Manager DACH | Candidate Testimonial

“My experience with Oakstone International—and specifically with Tristan—was excellent from start to finish. Tristan was consistently approachable, highly engaged, and always available to address any questions or provide clarity throughout the recruitment process. His professionalism and transparency quickly earned my complete trust. I greatly appreciated his proactive communication and genuine support every step of the way. Thank you very much, Tristan, for the fantastic assistance and great collaboration!”

M.A. regarding their experience with Divisional Director Tristan Heywood. The candidate joined PROS in Germany. Via TrustPilot.

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Customer Success Director | Candidate Testimonial

“I would highly recommend Oakstone. Tristan was open, transparent about the challenges, and supportive throughout the process. He did a great job at preparing me for the different selection stages and was always available if I needed to discuss anything. I would definitely work with Oakstone again.”

L.M. regarding their experience with Divisional Director Tristan Heywood. The candidate joined Amici Procurement. Via TrustPilot.

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Enterprise Account Manager | Candidate Testimonial

“I fully recommend Oakstone. They did a great job by aligning my skills and experience with the role they proposed. They supported me during the full recruitment process, helping to prepare for the interviews. Always organising debriefing after each step, reactive and proactive. Special thanks to Tristan.”

S.M. regarding their experience with Divisional Director Tristan Heywood. The candidate joined PROS. Via TrustPilot.

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Strategic Accounts | Candidate Testimonial

“This team are the best in the business. I’ve known and partnered with Paul and Tristan and the Oakstone team for many years. Professional and transparent with the ability to align skills and expectations with clients and candidates alike. Delighted we finally got this one over the line, Tristan! Thank you my friend. Appreciate everything you do.”

K.H. regarding their experience with Divisional Director Tristan Heywood. The candidate was placed at Coveo. Via TrustPilot.

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Account Executive | Candidate Testimonial

“Oakstone and Tristan have been great to work with! Very responsive and personable throughout the process. I would highly recommend!!”

Candidate review regarding Oakstone International and Divisional Director Tristan Heywood. Via Trustpilot.

Oakstone International 07/11/2024 Oakstone International 07/11/2024

Account Executive | Candidate Testimonial

“Working with Arran was an absolute pleasure. He was courteous and respectful of my wishes and was a great communicator throughout the process. This process can be a stressful one, but the Oakstone team (Tristan helped a ton towards the end) made hard conversations easier to have and were truly invested in me as a candidate. I would absolutely work with Arran and the Oakstone team again. Highly recommend.”

S.A. regarding their experience with Managing Consultant Arran Campbell and Divisional Director Tristan Heywood. The candidate joined Rootstock as an Account Executive. Via TrustPilot.

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VP Marketing | Candidate Testimonial

“From the moment Burnice reached out via LinkedIn, I felt she had a genuine interest in me beyond the reason we were even connected (the role). When you added Tristan to the process and Josie for coordination, it was clear that Oakstone saw my value and wanted to treat it respectfully.
At every stage of the process, I could speak openly about my situation, the other recruitment process running concurrently with their role, and what I was looking for in my next step.
Every piece of advice and insight offered was correct and helpful to every interaction with the hiring company. It truly felt as though they cared about my career.
Most recruiters are quick to build a false relationship and let it die faster. Burnice and Tristan were not that.
For anyone who has the pleasure of working with Burnice, it'll be a refreshing change from the norm. I couldn't recommend her (and Oakstone) enough based on her open communication, honesty, and responsiveness.”

J.M. regarding their experience with Senior Consultant Burnice Lange and Divisional Director Tristan Heywood. The candidate joined Hunter.io as VP of Marketing. Via TrustPilot.

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Chief Revenue Officer | Candidate Testimonial

“Great candidate experience at Oakstone. Professional, to the point and got things done with a minimum of fuss. Tristan Heywood and his team kept me current on the process and always did what they had said they were going to do. I can only highly recommend them on every level.”

N.N. regarding their experience with Divisional Director Tristan Heywood. The candidate joined Amici Procurement.