Executive Search
Experts in sourcing board, C-level and executive talent
Intimate sector knowledge and trusted relationships with influential leaders
Credibility, understanding your context, and a passion for presenting career-defining opportunities allows us to secure you exceptional leadership talent.
Our end-to-end search experience provides insight to both you and the leaders who may want to join your team.
We invest in understanding your organisation, its context, the outcomes you need and the process required to succeed. This allows us to conduct in-depth assessments of candidates and to determine whether there is a fit for both parties.
Done well, search is about insights and a robust process.
You need to know what's on the public record about the leaders you are interested in, and we give you access to information not so easily found, helping you to avoid costly mis-hires. Our organisational psychologists provide you with data and insight into candidates on every search assignment.
Our ISO 9000 quality assured process ensures you deliver on your organisational governance requirements every time, and helps you accurately assess applicants using data and insights.
We are experts in public and private sector assignments, and tailor our process to meet your needs.
Case study
Supporting women in public sector leadership
After recognising the need to encourage more women to seek leadership positions within the public sector, Davidson launched the Top 50 Public Sector Women List (Victoria) to inspire and mentor female leaders.
Trusted and awarding winning representation
With an average tenure of 18 years’ experience, our search partners are well regarded and influential
Industry leaders in competency-based executive assessment
Receive a holistic and multidimensional view of each executive candidate
Dedicated research team and transparent market intelligence
Identify relevant talent pools (individuals and organisations) who have the experience and qualities you need
Connection between you and a diversified talent community
Leading, supporting and co-creating thought leadership initiatives to enhance diversity
Our researchers, organisational psychologists and accredited search consultants provide you with insights and the confidence to select your leaders
Success profiling
Competency-based process to define the role and organisational priorities
Research analytics and knowledge management
Access Davidson’s next-generation data analytics tools to inform decision-making
Assessment and selection
Innovative and holistic assessment approach that alleviates hiring risks while maximising value
Onboarding and accelerated performance
A set of unique tools and workshops to ensure smooth onboarding and fast-track performance
Interim Solutions
Drawing on our extensive network and database, we find the right executives to bridge short-term leadership gaps, due to an unexpected resignation, personal leave, or any other reason. We're here to help.
Diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I)
At Davidson, we believe diversity drives innovation, inclusion fosters belonging, and equity empowers success. We are committed to creating a workplace and partnerships that embrace differences, celebrate uniqueness, and ensure equal opportunities for all.
We think beyond the placement, ensuring you get better outcomes
Having secured your leader, we then help them successfully transition into their new role. The X-180 Program utilises best practices for accelerating the first 180 days in the job, and ensuring long-term success.