Oliver Cheshire

Senior Consultant | Risk & Assurance | Manchester & UK

About Oliver

Oliver is a specialist recruiter for Risk Assurance and Professional Services, supporting clients of all sizes across the UK to build high-performing, resilient teams.

He works with organisations in both industry and consulting – from scale-ups to big business – recruiting across risk management, internal audit, compliance, tax, treasury, and assurance. Known for his consultative, proactive style, Oli focuses on building long-term partnerships with clients and candidates alike, delivering not just CVs, but real insight and value.

Since joining Broster Buchanan in April 2022, he has quickly become a trusted recruiter in his space – working closely with clients to deliver tailored hiring strategies across risk, control, and finance functions.

What Clients Say

Oliver has been exceptional from start to finish. He was incredibly supportive, proactive, and genuinely invested in helping me secure the right role…I couldn’t recommend him more highly.
– Natasha Evans, Candidate Review (Dec 2025)

If you’re looking for a reliable, honest, and dedicated recruitment partner…Oliver is your guy.
– Alex, Interim Candidate (Nov 2025)

I’ve worked with Oliver for almost 3 years now – consistently fantastic, always listening, and focused on long-term fit.
– Ruth Hough, Hiring Manager (Oct 2025)

Verified 5-star reviews from Broster Buchanan’s Google profile

Sector Expertise

Oliver recruits roles across the following specialist areas:

Risk Assurance

Risk Management (financial and non-financial institutions)
Internal Audit & Technology Audit
Controls & Compliance

Professional Services

Audit & Assurance
Tax & Treasury
Advisory

Based in our Manchester office, but his national remit means he is available to work on mandates across London, the North West, Midlands, and the South, with deep market insight into both industry and consulting environments.

Career Highlights

20+ successful placements in his first 9 months in recruitment
Trusted by major firms to fill niche, senior, and business-critical roles
Known for his hands-on approach, clear communication, and market knowledge

In Oliver’s Words

“Whether it’s a first audit hire or a strategic risk leadership role, I focus on understanding the real story behind the brief – the people, the culture, the challenge – not just the job spec.”

“Recruitment for me is about relationships, not transactions. I want to be the person you call again – not just to hire, but to discuss strategy, structure, and long-term planning.”

Typical Roles Placed

Internal Audit Manager
Senior Risk & Compliance Analyst
Controls Assurance Lead
Tax & Treasury Manager
Professional Services Consultants (Big 4 / Boutique)

Fun Fact

Outside recruitment, Oli holds a brown belt in North West Chinese Kickboxing — a discipline that reflects his focus, resilience, and steady sense of humour in high-pressure situations.