Smart Search
Retained executive search for Australian SMEs making critical leadership appointments — including M&A and joint venture transactions where the right person determines whether the deal succeeds.
Not a generalist agency. We work on high-stakes, senior appointments where getting it wrong is expensive.
C-suite, GM, and director-level appointments that define your next chapter. We map the full candidate landscape — active and passive — and only present people who can genuinely move the needle.
Acquiring a business or forming a joint venture? We identify and assess the leadership talent critical to making the transaction succeed — before and after the deal closes.
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Deep-dive into your business, the role, and what great looks like. We define the brief, map the market, and set realistic expectations.
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Active sourcing across our network and beyond — targeting people who aren't looking as well as those who are.
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Structured interviews, capability assessments, and reference checks. You receive a curated shortlist, not a stack of CVs.
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We manage the offer process, handle negotiation, and stay close through acceptance and onboarding.
No percentage of salary. No surprises. You know the cost before we start.
Per Stage
per stage
Pay as you progress. Engage us for briefing and search, then decide whether to continue to assessment and placement.
Complete Search
end-to-end
Full retained search from brief to start date. Best value for critical hires where speed and certainty matter.
Tell us about the role and we'll let you know whether Smart Search is the right fit.
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