Headway Recruitment: Executive Management

Annabel Lewis is Managing Director at Headway Recruitment. She has been part of the business since 2004 and now leads the team across Leeds and Bradford, shaping the culture, direction and long-term success of the company.

Over more than two decades, Annabel has built trusted, long-standing relationships with clients and candidates alike. As Headway Managing Director, she brings deep insight into what makes a successful hire — looking beyond CVs to focus on values, behaviours and long-term fit. Importantly, she has never lost her passion for the core of recruitment and still enjoys being closely involved in making the right matches.

Annabel works closely with employers across Leeds and Bradford, supporting permanent and interim hiring through Headway’s insight-led approach. You can learn more about how the business supports organisations through its Recruitment Services and specialist Engineering Recruitment offering.

As a leader, Annabel is known for her calm, collaborative style. She believes the best results come from trust, consistency and shared accountability. Under her leadership, Headway has continued to grow while staying true to its values of fairness, integrity, and people-first recruitment.

Her psychometric profile reflects an Influence-Steady style, which shows in her approachable nature, clear communication and ability to bring people together. As Headway Director, Annabel focuses on building teams that last — both internally and for the clients Headway supports.

Outside of work, Annabel is rarely still. She enjoys organising trips and social events, keeping busy with friends and family, and making the most of time away from the office.

Follow Annabel on LinkedIn here to see her thoughts on recruitment, leadership, and life at Headway.