Jonathan Badyal

Jonathan Badyal previously spent eight years at Universal Music UK

Changing Faces

Saxton Bampfylde welcomes new culture team advisor

Arts Professional
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London-based executive search firm Saxton Bampfylde has appointed JONATHAN BADYAL to join its Arts, Culture and Creative Industries practice as a senior advisor.

The practice specialises in supporting organisations in filling leadership positions at executive, non-executive, creative, and managerial levels. Its clients include the BBC, the British Council, the National Theatre, Tate, and the V&A.

Badyal is currently a partner at global advisory firm Trafalgar Strategy. He previously spent eight years at Universal Music UK, most recently as director of communications, and also spent five years advising the UK government’s culture and digital minister.

His board experience includes current roles as deputy chair at Black Country Living Museum and interim chair of the National Academy for Social Prescribing.

“I’ve always had a real passion for putting people together, particularly when it comes to boards and CEOs looking for exceptional individuals who can bring something different to their organisations,” Badyal said. “I’m delighted to now be doing this in a formal capacity.”