Spear Executive Partners — Leadership That Moves Business Forward

For companies & boards

A leadership partner for decisions that matter.

We work with organizations making leadership appointments with real strategic consequence, from a first chief financial officer to a board chair.

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Companies

Leadership hires for growth, turnaround, restructuring, or new market entry, from functional heads to the chief executive.

Boards

Chair, independent non-executive director, and committee appointments that strengthen governance and board diversity of experience.

Founders

First executive team hires and scale-up leadership for founders building the management bench a growing business needs.

Investors

Portfolio leadership, post-investment appointments, and management assessment for private equity and venture investors.

What to expect when you engage Spear

  1. 1

    Confidential consultation

    We discuss your requirement, the business context, and the timing of the appointment.

  2. 2

    Written proposal

    You receive scope, approach, timeline, and commercial terms. Work starts once terms are agreed.

  3. 3

    Market mapping

    We identify and approach relevant leaders, including those not actively looking.

  4. 4

    Assessment & shortlist

    A calibrated shortlist with clear assessment notes and a rationale for each candidate.

  5. 5

    Selection & offer

    Support through interviews, references, offer negotiation, and acceptance.

  6. 6

    Onboarding & transition

    Follow-up during the first months to help the new leader settle in and deliver.

Frequently asked questions

How long does an executive search take?+

Timelines depend on seniority, location, and market availability. We agree a realistic timeline in the proposal and share progress updates throughout.

Can a search be run confidentially?+

Yes. Confidential searches, such as replacing an incumbent or entering a new market, are handled with controlled information sharing and a discreet approach to candidates.

Do you work with candidates directly?+

We work with organizations and don't offer career services to individual job seekers.

Have a leadership role that matters?

Start a confidential conversation about your search or advisory requirement.

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