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Methodology
Secure the right leaders for your organisation with our tailored executive recruitment & headhunting service. Our industry-leading recruiters connect you with professionals who share your vision and are ready to drive your business forward.
Our specialist recruitment approach
Executive search requires a disciplined, structured process. We combine thorough market mapping, confidential outreach, and rigorous assessment to identify leaders who aren't visible through traditional channels.
Every stage is managed with consistency and care, from the initial mandate through to offer. We work closely with your team to align on timelines, assessment criteria and decision-making, so the process fits your organisation rather than the other way around.
The outcome is a shortlist of leaders who are not just capable, but genuinely right for you.
Why Robert Walters and how do we differ
The right leader in the right place can inspire organisations to reach new heights. Their impact is felt from boardrooms through to balance sheets and share prices. Their performance sets the bar – and their behaviour sets the tone – for everyone who works for and with the organisation.
About Robert Walters
The right leader in the right place can inspire organisations to reach new heights. Their impact is felt from boardrooms through to balance sheets and share prices. Their performance sets the bar – and their behaviour sets the tone – for everyone who works for and with the organisation.
Featured Case Study
The right leader in the right place can inspire organisations to reach new heights. Their impact is felt from boardrooms through to balance sheets and share prices. Their performance sets the bar – and their behaviour sets the tone – for everyone who works for and with the organisation.Executive assignments delivered for
What our clients say
At Robert Walters, we believe our success comes from the success of our clients and candidates. We're not just recruitment experts; we're partners in crafting your success story.
The team at Robert Walters were great, I had a number of roles to secure from varying parts of the business and in a relatively short time including our CEO. Robert Walters did a fantastic job of understanding who we are, what we are about and conveying this to candidates.
Having that central understanding made it easy to work across various roles and different specialist. The biggest challenge was picking from the shortlist of high calibre candidates that came through.
Investment
Iwi Investment & Consulting
The Robert Walters team worked very closely with us and our project team, providing support every step of the way including assisting with salary benchmarking, position description development and market analysis as well as traditional recruitment services. We value our relationship with Robert Walters, and I have no hesitation recommending them to any company.
Transport & Logistics
Rail Infrastructure
Robert Walters was engaged to manage the executive search for the new CEO of our company. The requirements for the role were challenging, as we are a NFP runs both community sports, elite competitive sports and two major facilities. Robert Walters was able to put together a high-quality shortlist of candidates. The successful candidate brought international sports administration experience and has been a good cultural fit for the organisation. We would recommend Robert Walters without qualification.
Sports & Recreation
Sporting Association
I wish to express my sincere gratitude for the exceptional recruiting services provided by the team at Robert Walters. Their professional and personalised approach played a pivotal role in my successful placement as a Chief Information and Digital Officer (CIDO).
The team's proactive communication, transparent feedback, and commitment to aligning my career goals with the CIDO role were truly impressive. Their efforts not only ensured a smooth onboarding process but also facilitated my seamless integration into the company.
I extend my thanks to the entire Robert Walters team for their vital support. Please convey this appreciation to the team as a testament to their commitment to excellence.
Transport & Logistics
Rail Transport
As Growing Future Farmers transitions from a successful start-up into a more mature and scalable organisation, we recognised the importance of strengthening both our leadership and governance capability. The team took the time to understand not only our operational needs, but also our purpose and the unique role we play in developing future talent for New Zealand's food and fibre sector.
They understood that organisations like ours require leaders who can balance commercial discipline with a genuine commitment to impact. The quality of candidates presented, and the appointments made have positioned us strongly for our next stage of growth.
Wendy Paul
Growing Future Farmers
CEO
The team at Robert Walters were instrumental in the search, selection and shortlisting of candidates for board and subcommittee positions. Their extensive networks yielded perfect matches as well as non-traditional options which supported the diversity targets.
Sports & Recreation
National Sporting Association
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Our Executive Recruiters
Neil Munro
Executive Search Associate Director
Auckland, New Zealand
Neil brings more than 20 years’ experience in workforce solutions, underpinned by a strong foundation in business advisory, where ...
Sarah Mowbray
Executive Search Business Director
Wellington , New Zealand
Sarah is a Business Director in the Executive Search team at Robert Walters, specialising in senior leadership and c-suite appoint...
Samantha Stevens
Executive Search Business Director
Auckland, New Zealand
Sam is our national executive search lead specialising in Commercial, Customer, Sales, Marketing, Digital, and Strategy roles. She...
Chrissy Orman
Executive Search Researcher
Wellington, New Zealand
Chrissy is a Researcher in our national Executive Search team, specialising in identifying top-tier talent. She ensures a diverse,...
Other executive services we offer
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Leadership Development
From executive coaching to transition support, develop your leaders at every stage of their journey.
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Executive Coaching
Access expert, bespoke coaching that gives senior leaders strategic clarity and confidence to lead.
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Salary Benchmarking
Ensure your offer is competitive, market-aligned and built for long-term retention.
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Candidate Assessments
Add deeper evidence on leadership style, decision making and cultural fit to your search process.
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Our executive insights
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Growing Future Farmers – Executive Search Case Study
Our client, Growing Future Farmers, is a nationwide organisation dedicated to inspiring and developing the next generation of skilled farmers through hands on agricultural education and training.
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Executive Soft Skills Guide
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Executive Job Search Guide
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FAQs
- Access to top talent: Partnering with an executive search & headhunting firm provides access to exclusive networks and highly qualified candidates who aren't actively job hunting.
- Industry expertise: Executive search companies offer deep industry insights and expert assessments, ensuring candidates are a perfect fit for your company culture.
- Streamlined recruitment: These firms handle candidate screening, interviews, and assessments, significantly saving your organisation time and resources.
- Strategic advantage: Utilising an executive hiring agency gives your company a competitive edge by quickly securing top executive talent ahead of your competitors.
At Robert Walters, we specialize in executive & headhunting recruitment across a range of professional industries. Our expertise includes:
- Finance: Recruiting top-tier finance executives such as CFOs, controllers, and treasurers to drive financial strategy and growth.
- Corporate Leadership: Placing CEOs, COOs, and other senior executives who can lead and inspire across diverse sectors.
- Technology: Identifying leaders like CTOs and IT directors to keep your organisation ahead in the tech landscape.
- Healthcare: Sourcing administrators, chief medical officers, and healthcare CFOs to manage and grow healthcare organisations.
- Manufacturing and Engineering: Placing executives like procurement managers, VPs of operations, and engineering directors to optimise efficiency and innovation.
- Marketing and Sales: Finding dynamic CMOs, sales directors, and other leaders to boost business development and market presence.
- Human Resources: Recruiting HR executives, including CHROs and HR directors, to foster organisational culture and drive HR strategies.
We operate in multiple locations across New Zealand, providing localized expertise with a global reach. Whether you're seeking a CFO in Auckland, a CEO in Wellington, or a finance executive in Christchurch, we have the resources to meet your needs.
Harnessing the strength of our international networks and management programs, we excel in conducting global executive searches. Our seasoned team possesses the expertise to navigate diverse talent pools worldwide, guaranteeing the identification of ideal candidates irrespective of geographical constraints. Our executive search recruitment & headhunting firm boasts a network spanning over 30+ countries across continents and specialized knowledge in cross-cultural dynamics, we are fully equipped to meet your hiring needs on a global scale.
In the realm of executive search, our Salary Survey stands as a comprehensive guide to salaries and hiring trends in New Zealand. Drawing from the analysis of over 100,000 placements, encompassing permanent, interim, and contract roles, our survey offers in-depth insights into NZ-specific salary and benefits across various industries.
Request your copy of the Salary Survey guide to accurately benchmark salaries to attract and retain top talent.