Compass Associates is proud to share the news that we have been recognized as winners of Recruiter of the Year at the 2026 HealthInvestor Awards, having been part of parent company Compass Recruitment Solutions’ nomination.
The HealthInvestor Awards is roundly viewed as the leading awards ceremony of the year for the senior living, behavioral health, and healthcare markets, bringing together investors, operators, intermediaries, suppliers, and leaders in the sector for an evening of celebration. CRS’s recognition, which incorporated supporting evidence from all sister brands in the group alongside Compass Associates, demonstrates the brand’s dedication and success in efforts to provide an outstanding level of service to all our customers.
Some of the judges feedback on why Compass won the award included:
“Judges were impressed by the scale and volume of senior placements across the sector, with an impressive track record and focus on diversity. Congratulations to the whole team.”
Group Managing Director for Compass Recruitment Solutions, Sam Leighton-Smith said:
“This award belongs to our brilliant teams across all our brands who continuously go above and beyond to deliver value to our client partners. We are incredibly proud to work with so many health, care and life science businesses that contribute to making people’s lives better and are genuinely excited for the future as we grow our international footprint.”
CRS’s operating brands have facilitated more than 1,200 placements in the last year, supporting in excess of 450 clients on a range of hires from NED, CEO and President, through to executive director and corporate services appointments in our core markets. Along the way, Google Review feedback averages above 4.9 out of 5; and our NPS scores are a world-class 88 – reflecting the satisfaction of those who are using our services.
If you’re interested in finding out more about our services – whether you might be interested in hearing how we can help you recruit talented managers to companies you’re part of, or perhaps are considering a change of job at the moment, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.
Compass Associates is an award-winning healthcare, social care, and children’s services recruitment consultancy with offices in Portsmouth, Manchester, and London. Supporting clients and candidates across the independent healthcare and care sector, we have a proven track record in delivering high-volume recruitment projects, strategic hires, team mobilisations, and sensitive organisational transitions. To learn more about how our specialist consultants can support your organisation, get in touch with our team.