The move comes alongside Mark Martins being promoted internally to the new role of head of operations. Philip Nudd, Tara Rebimbas and Catherine Finn join the Americas team as senior directors.

Christine Lazauskas has also been appointed as director of client development, having previously worked for Corus and DISQO.

Kim Shifrin has been appointed director of research management. Shifrin joins the business after eight years with The Kraft Heinz Company.

Senior consultant Akash Chopra, who joins from Ipsos, takes up a role in the research, insight and consulting division of the business.

Commenting on the hires, Americas chief executive Vin DeRobertis said: “As Savanta continues to grow its footprint in the Americas, we are delighted to be able to add such amazing talent to the team, bringing with them a wealth of experience into the business.”