Senior Leadership & Governance

Specialising in executive search and headhunting for senior leadership and governance talent, our team will work with you to canvas the market and find the exceptional leaders you need.

Our Capability

Benefit from our extensive expertise

With more than 100 chief executive appointments and numerous in governance positions, JacksonStone & Partners have long been expertly searching for and headhunting leaders across Aotearoa New Zealand and the Pacific Islands. Built on a foundation of strong networks and home to many of Wellington’s top principal search consultants, JacksonStone & Partners is a proficient choice to partner with on your search for a new leader.

Types of roles we
recruit for include:

  • Chair
  • Board members
  • Independent Directors
  • Committee members
  • Chief Executive
  • Senior Leadership Teams
  • Chief Operating Officer
  • Deputy Chief Executive
  • Trustees
EMPLOYERS

Looking to Hire?

Whether you’re still scoping role requirements or you’re ready to talk details, our experienced consultants are here to help, no matter what stage of the process you’re at.

CANDIDATES

Ready for a New Role?

Browse our select range of unique opportunities and apply online. If you can’t find a role that suits, register with us and we’ll be in touch to discuss your career aspirations.

SENIOR LEADERSHIP & GOVERNANCE

Meet the Team

Every JacksonStone & Partners consultant has a unique set of skills to help you meet your goals. Learn more about our team members who specialise in recruiting Senior Leadership & Governance roles.

  • Andrew Watson

    Managing Partner

    +64 4 550 8009

    +64 21 442 830

    • Commercial
    • Finance, Accounting & Legal
    • Government & Crown Entities
    • Senior Leadership & Governance
    • etc…

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  • Rachelle Russell

    General Manager, Māori

    +64 4 550 8024

    +64 21 674 355

    • Kaupapa Māori
    • Senior Leadership & Governance

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  • Anastasia Gyson

    Principal Consultant

    +64 4 550 8005

    +64 21 0858 3122

    • Kaupapa Māori
    • Senior Leadership & Governance

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  • Emma Dewson

    Research Associate

    +64 27 218 4129

    • Commercial
    • Education & Academia
    • Government & Crown Entities
    • Health
    • etc…

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  • Helen Cox

    Principal Consultant

    +64 4 550 8036

    +64 21 195 1620

    • Education & Academia
    • Health
    • Senior Leadership & Governance

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  • Liz Ruscoe

    Principal Consultant

    +64 4 550 8016

    +64 21 442 149

    • Human Resources
    • Senior Leadership & Governance

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  • Naomi Widener

    Principal Consultant

    +64 4 550 8010

    +64 21 069 1457

    • Commercial
    • Government & Crown Entities
    • Infrastructure
    • Local Government
    • etc…

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  • Nikki Franklin

    Principal Consultant

    +64 4 550 8027

    +64 27 287 9390

    • Commercial
    • Government & Crown Entities
    • Infrastructure
    • Marketing & Communications
    • etc…

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  • Simon Boyes

    Principal Consultant

    +64 4 550 8026

    +64 21 844 675

    • Government & Crown Entities
    • Local Government
    • Senior Leadership & Governance

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  • Ella Donnelly

    Principal Consultant

    +64 4 550 8041

    +64 21 402 807

    • Finance, Accounting & Legal
    • Senior Leadership & Governance

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  • Lennon Chee

    Candidate Manager

    +64 4 550 8035

    +64 21 244 0913

    • Commercial
    • Government & Crown Entities
    • Health
    • Infrastructure
    • etc…

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