We place CEOs, CFOs, COOs, and senior executives for organisations that understand culture isn't a
'nice to have', it's what makes the difference between a hire that transforms your business and one that derails it.
Retained C-suite
search
20 years
experience
98%
retention rate
Why most executive hires fail
The CV can look perfect, but they don’t quite understand how your organisation actually works.
Or you bring in a very experienced executive who introduces great structure, but suddenly the entrepreneurial energy shifts.
In my experience, executive hires rarely fail because of capability. More often, it’s because there wasn’t the right fit.
Whether you’re a scale-up starting to professionalise, a University navigating leadership change, an NFP balancing mission and modernisation, or an established business building out a new Executive team, you need leaders who can deliver results and genuinely work within your environment.
How we work
Cultural Architecture
Mapping
Before we search, we analyse your EVP, leadership dynamics, and culture non-negotiables.
Then we find executives who'll thrive in your specific environment.
Triple Stakeholder
Alignment
We align board + leadership + key stakeholders before we search.
Because an executive who pleases the board but alienates the team will fail.
Proven
Methodology
98% retention rate across 5,000+ placements since 2015.
We've been doing culture-first recruitment for a decade, now we're bringing it to C-suite search.
The 8 Week Process
Who We Work With
Growth-Stage Companies
The board wants 'professional management.'
We find executives who can build scale without breaking culture.
Established Organisations
Building executive teams for the next chapter.
Leaders who respect heritage while driving change.
20 Years Recruitment Experience
98% Placement Retention Rate
6 x Winner Best Candidate Experience
8 Week Average Search Timeline
6 Month Replacement Guarantee
100-150 Candidates Mapped Per Search
Why Lotus
Executive Search?
Lotus Executive Search
Other Executive Search
Experience + Alignment
Experience-alone
EVP analysis first
Credentials-led
Cultural architecture mapping
Generic assessment
8 week average
12-16 week timeline
Retained partnership
Transactional
Access passive talent
Active candidates only
FAQs
What is retained
executive search?
Retained executive search is an exclusive partnership where we work solely for you.
Comprehensive market mapping, access to passive candidates, cultural assessment. Fees: 1/3 on commencement, 1/3 on shortlist, 1/3 on placement.
How long does it take?
An average search takes around 8 weeks from from commencement to offer acceptance.
What's your guarantee?
We offer a 6-month replacement guarantee on all searches. If the executive leaves within that six month timeframe, we will conduct a replacement search at no additional fee.
What sectors do you
work in?
We're culture specialists who work across all sectors, including tech, education, construction/engineering, manufacturing, FMCG logistics, NFP, healthcare, property, professional services, hospitality, and more.
What roles do you place?
C-suite and senior executive appointments including CEO, CFO, COO, Chief People Officer, CMO, General Manager and Executive Director, and other critical leadership roles that shape organisational performance and culture.
Let's Talk
Whether you're planning a C-suite search, navigating a leadership transition, or exploring your option we'd love to have a conversation.
