Services
Executive search and leadership advisory, built around your strategy.
We help companies, boards, founders, and investors appoint and develop the leaders who move business forward. Our services cover senior recruitment, succession, organizational transformation, and leadership for the AI era.
Four practice areas, one integrated leadership partner
Leadership decisions rarely sit in isolation. A CEO appointment affects succession, a transformation program depends on the right executive team, and AI adoption requires leaders who can guide change. Our practices are designed to work independently or together.
Executive Recruitment & Search
C-suite, board and senior leadership search conducted with discretion and rigor.
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- C-suite and senior leadership search
- Board and non-executive director search
- Contract and interim executive search
- Talent mapping
- Talent acquisition advisory
- Senior and professional recruitment
Leadership & Succession
Prepare the next generation of leaders before the moment arrives.
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- Succession planning
- Leadership assessment
- Leadership advisory
- Leadership transition
- Executive outplacement
Executive & Business Transformation
Align leadership, structure and culture with where the business is going.
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- Leadership-led business transformation
- Organizational design
- Workforce strategy
- Culture and leadership alignment
- Compensation advisory
AI & Future Leadership
Help leadership teams understand what AI means for talent, roles and decisions.
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- AI in executive leadership
- AI leadership advisory
- AI and talent strategy
- AI recruitment advisory
- Future leadership intelligence
How every Spear engagement works
Scoped to the mandate
Every engagement starts with a written brief that defines the role, the business context, success measures, and the leadership qualities that matter most.
Research-led
We map the relevant talent market by sector, function, and geography, so recommendations rest on evidence rather than on whoever happens to be available.
Discreet by design
Confidential mandates, passive candidates, and sensitive transitions are handled with controlled information sharing at every stage.
Accountable delivery
Clients receive regular progress updates, a clear shortlist rationale, and support through offer, onboarding, and transition.
Frequently asked questions
Which service is right for our organization?+
If you need to appoint a specific leader, start with executive search. If you are preparing for future leadership changes, succession planning is the better fit. Transformation and AI leadership advisory suit organizations whose strategy is changing faster than their leadership structure. An initial conversation helps clarify the right scope.
Do you work across Africa and internationally?+
Yes. Spear supports organizations across African markets and international locations, including cross-border appointments and searches for leaders relocating between regions.
Can services be combined?+
Yes. Many clients pair an executive search with leadership assessment, succession planning, or onboarding support so that a new appointment strengthens the wider team.
How are engagements priced?+
Commercial terms depend on the scope, seniority, and complexity of the mandate. They are agreed in writing before any work begins.
Have a leadership role that matters?
Start a confidential conversation about your search or advisory requirement.