Sherrington Associates has been appointed as the retained executive search partner for leading materials recovery and waste recycling company Papilo. Backed by B Corp private equity investment house Palatine, Papilo are on an exciting journey of organic growth and M&A activity and are now looking to appoint two key positions to the organisation.
Papilo
Papilo is a new group of innovative materials recovery and recycling companies, headquartered in Manchester with a European presence. Following their investment by B Corp investment outfit Palatine Private Equity in 2023, the business has undertaken a strategic repositioning ahead of embarking on an ambitious buy and build programme which has seen three exciting acquisitions completed in the last two years.
The first new addition completed in June 2025 with the acquisition of the specialist agricultural landspreading division of award-winning Silverwoods Waste Management Ltd in Lancashire. Boosting group revenues by £5m and broadening Papilo’s service offering, this streategic deal was the beginning of an exciting M&A journey for the group.
Then in February 2026, Papilo completed the purchase of Allwood Recycling Solutions, a total-waste-management outfit specialising in the distribution and logistics sectors and dealing with over 150,000 tonnes of material annually. This saw Papilo grow to annual revenues exceeding £60m with over 200 employees.
Then as recently as April 2026, a third acquisition was completed for Scottish TWM firm REKK based near Glasgow, further enhancing Papilo’s UK coverage and their ability to support clients to take a more responsible approach to resource management.
Now with new CEO Mike Gibson who joined in April 2026, Papilo are primed to continue their growth journey, starting with the appointment of an experienced Head of Marketing to help develop a long-term marketing strategy that will build the brand presence across key sectors in the UK and overseas, and a tech-savvy Executive Assistant to support the CEO and executive team through this phenomenally exciting journey of positive environmental impact and growth.
Head of Marketing, Manchester
As a strategic, data-driven Head of Marketing this role will spearhead Papilos growth and market positioning. As the strategic lead for all marketing initiatives, you will work hand-in-hand with the Chief Sales Officer (CSO) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to translate our high-level corporate objectives into actionable, high-impact marketing campaigns.
We are looking to appoint a highly creative and strategic operator who understands how to align brand storytelling with commercial scaling and long-term business strategy. Leading a small but growing marketing function, the successful candidate will need to bring strong people leadership experience and the ability to work collaboratively across the organisation. Previous experience in a relevant, strategic marketing role where purpose, impact, growth and engagement are fundamental to growing brand presence and supporting sales development.
Package
Basic Salary: A market-leading basic salary is available for the successful candidate.
Bonus: 10% of salary
Car Allowance: £5,000 pa
Benefits: PMI, subsidised onsite gym membership, pension, parking
Executive Assistant, Manchester
This role will support the CEO and the Executive Leadership Team. Providing a strategic support function, managing calendars, keeping the exec synchronised and efficient. The role holder will be a master of logistics, a proactive problem-solver and super organised. The role has full responsibility for managing diaries, coordinating meetings, minute-taking, project support, designing presentations, making sure the CEO is fully prepared for key meetings and proof-reading sensitive communications.
The successful candidate will have held a similar role supporting executive level directors as a trusted assistant previously, be tech-savvy, with high levels of emotional intelligence, discretion, incredible organisational skills and be able to assimilate effectively into an organisational culture that is highly supportive and collaborative.
Package
Basic Salary: A market-leading basic salary is available for the successful candidate.
Benefits: PMI, subsidised onsite gym membership, pension, parking
Selection Process
To learn more about either of these exciting positions at Papilo, or to request a full Recruitment Pack, contact our team:
Rob McKay -
e: info@sherringtonassociates.co.uk
t: +44 (0) 1244 310 145
