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Liam is a Consultant in the Education practice at Berwick Partners, having joined the team in 2023. He is supported by his PA Ellie Insley.

Liam partners with leading global education institutions to find senior talent that transforms their organisations. Prior to joining Berwick Partners, Liam worked for a boutique firm, specialising in the appointment of communications and public affairs leaders. He also held a number of in-house roles in the same fields before entering recruitment, serving as the Head of Political Strategy and National Press Officer for a leading membership organisation. He also worked as an advisor to Members of Parliament in the House of Commons.

Education has been my ticket to countless opportunities in life. I was the first in my family to go to university, and my studies opened a door to a world full of possibilities. Education isn’t just a gamechanger; it is the ultimate tool to break down barriers and help individuals shape their own futures. I cannot wait to connect with leading global institutions and discover talented individual in the sector who inspire others, just as I was once inspired.

Liam holds a BSc honours degree in International Relations from the London School of Economics and a MA in Literature from the University of London. Outside of work, Liam loves music festivals (especially Glastonbury!), Manchester City FC, and supporting charities including First Touch at St George’s Hospital in Tooting which supports premature babies on the neonatal unit.

My Articles

5 Higher Education Leaders React to Tuition Fee Increase
The UK government’s decision to raise tuition fees by 3.1% has prompted mixed responses from the higher education sector, with many seeing it as…
The 4 Factors Higher Education Leaders Need to Prepare for this Academic Year
As the new academic year dawns, the higher education sector finds itself at a pivotal moment, grappling with unprecedented challenges and opportunities. From financial…
The University Guide to Hiring After the Election
The recent election has delivered a Labour government, prompting a number of policy changes that universities need to consider when recruiting candidates. While the immediate…
What does the new government mean for talent?
Labour have won the 2024 general election. Keir Starmer is forming his government, with “change” as the watchword throughout his campaign. New Ministers are getting to…
The Crucial Role of External Affairs Teams in Education

In this podcast, Liam Young explores the world of external affairs with Michelle Smyth, Head of External and Government Affairs at the Open University.

UK General Election 2024: Higher Education in the spotlight
As the General Election campaign gains momentum, higher education has unexpectedly taken centre stage. Political parties are unveiling strategies focused on education, with…
Budget 2024: Lack of funding news for Higher Eduction
The Chancellor’s speech was full of great optimism for the higher education sector, but from what I have read this morning it appears that industry…
Why Berwick Partners was the right career move for me
We spoke to one of our newer team members Liam Young, Consultant in the Education practice about why joining Berwick made sense, and how his first six months here have…