| JFE’s reputation for reaching the highest calibre and broadest range of prospective candidates, extensive search and research methodologies, global networks and sensitivity in candidate and client dealings, is, as our clients indicate, clearly a differentiator. Our “Next Generation Executive” philosophy, takes a fresh and tenacious approach every time, notably not just “moving the chess pieces”, seeking both talent and experience to match our clients’ requirements, and organisational values and aspirations.
To date, JFE has completed over 410 executive search assignments for our government, higher education and corporate clients. These include State Government and Federal Government Departments, Government Business Enterprises; large corporate clients in the Financial Services, Technology, Manufacturing and Distribution sectors; major Universities, Research Institutes, and TAFE Colleges; NFP entities; and Health and Life Sciences organisations.
JFE has completed international and national search assignments including “C” level roles (CEO, CFO, CIO, etc), Board Directors, senior Clinical appointments, and functional roles such as HR, Finance, Marketing, IT, Strategy, and General Management.
In the higher education sector, JFE manages senior academic and executive appointments ranging from Vice Chancellor, Deputy Vice Chancellor, Pro Vice Chancellor, Dean, Head, and Professorial roles.
A high level overview of the search process is contained in Executive Search Methodology (PDF).
Some particular areas of specialisation, unique to the firm, include:
Recruiting for Diversity
Jo Fisher Executive is committed to assisting our clients achieve a truly diversified balance of gender, age, race and experience, across senior level management teams. We are acknowledged for our work in this area.
JFE is particularly recognised for their extensive networks and database of highly qualified women in business and government. National and international networks of female associates and colleagues provide the foundation to finding and attracting the best possible candidates for the position and fit with the executive team.
Cross-Sectoral Candidate Reach
Jo Fisher Executive operates across Industry, Government, NFP and Higher Education for solutions to challenging CEO, General Management Line Management and Functional specialist appointments (eg. HR, IT, Finance, Marketing, and Strategy).
Taking a lateral approach, Jo Fisher Executive Consultants do not “box in” Candidates and their backgrounds. Where appropriate, clients are presented with a range of potential Candidate solutions both from within their secor or area of focus, and external to their industry or level of government.
Regional Appointments
Our experience in finding outstanding qualified candidates for senior positions in regional locations is a key strength with successful long term appointments proving our results. With a demonstrable track record in regional appointments and a commitment to assisting regional Australia to have access to the best executive candidate pool, we have first hand knowledge in the challenges of working and living in regional areas of Australia. We understand the requirement for greater breadth in operating style and a demonstrated commitment to be engaged with the local community. We understand that where a partner is involved, that both parties ideally require a genuine motivation to be living in the region and to connect with the local environment. Assessment of prospective candidates for regional locations necessarily includes exploration of these motivators and discussions with both the candidate and their partner.
Future Leaders Talent Search
Jo Fisher Executive undertakes Search assignments on behalf of clients who are seeking individuals who are potential future leaders, proven in their fields as calculated risk-takers and results-oriented, and who exhibit tenacity, resilience, high energy and healthy ambition. They may be drawn from industry sectors specific to our Client’s business or outside that sector depending on the need.
They are generally already successful in their current roles, and able to cope with ambiguity and fluidity in an organisational setting, as well as being adaptable and flexible to respond to business and competitive pressures.
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