Public sector executive search specialist GatenbySanderson has seen sales rise by 5% to £22.8m in its audited figures for 2009.

The firm adds that profit, before tax and exceptional items, was in line with expectations at £4m.

Graham Goodwin, chairman of GatenbySanderson, says: “In the executive market, there are key positions that now, more than ever, need to be filled by the most talented candidates. Finding, persuading and motivating these key influencers is where we add most value.”