Executive search firm Whitehead Mann is to close offices in the Midlands, Leeds and Edinburgh.

Following a structural review, Whitehead Mann announced the closures but plans to strengthen its presence in the growth areas of Asia and the Middle East.

Key people in the locations are to be retained and will continue to work for important international clients, but there will be some redundancies, mainly in back office roles, according to the company.

Piers Marmion, chief executive and co-managing partner of Whitehead Mann, says: “The new structure will reinforce Whitehead Mann’s ability to embrace the new practices and geographic markets it has built since it was taken private two years ago.

“This reorganisation allows us to offer our clients a seamless approach to international search and leadership consultancy, incorporating our offices in Europe, the Gulf and Asia. We are confident that it provides the right foundation for Whitehead Mann to continue to deliver an excellent service for its clients.”