At Baxter Executive Search, we deliver personalised leadership talent solutions with a commitment to excellence. Our deep industry expertise allows us to connect top talent with leading organisations, enabling business performance. With over two decades of experience in executive search, our clients rely on our expert and specialised advice on their most valuable asset: their leadership talent.

Our team pride ourselves on delivering exceptional executive search services, refined through more than two decades of dedicated experience. Our methodology is dynamic, with a focus on being responsive to our clients’ unique requirements, ensuring exceptional outcomes. We are committed to fostering strong relationships through consistent communication and a transparent process. Leveraging our extensive expertise, we proactively address potential challenges and, crucially, devise innovative solutions.

We have a unique ability to get to the heart of your organisation and develop a deep understanding of your operating rhythm, business strategy, values and cultural ethos. Equipped with these insights, we conduct extensive market research to identify and engage the best executive talent. Although leading executives are typically not actively looking for a new role, a trademark of our approach is our ability to engage the most forward thinking and impactful talent into the search process.  Clients tell us this is where we add the most value and is a key reason they reappoint us.

At Baxter Executive Search Clients and Candidates have our commitment to personally and professionally guide them through the  search process. This extends beyond placement, as we maintain contact with candidates during the crucial initial phase of their new role. Our clients advise this is invaluable for a successful integration and is a distinguishing feature of our highly regarded executive search process.

Our research-driven methodology guarantees a diverse talent pool, fostering a variety of perspectives by looking beyond a conventional candidate approach. We have extensive relationships with governance talent throughout New Zealand and offshore, both experienced directors and emerging governance professionals who bring fresh ideas and a strong desire for growth. Our extensive network and broad industry knowledge, coupled with our reputation for a close partnering and advisory relationship including a focus on Board culture and ‘fit’, enable us to challenge norms and provide valuable insights throughout the board appointment process ensuring value add Board appointments.

At Baxter Executive Search, Succession Planning and Talent Benchmarking is constantly front of mind. Our commitment lies in staying abreast of the ever-changing executive talent and leadership landscape. We are privileged to be trusted advisors, initiating and nurturing meaningful conversations with leading talent and ensuring the ongoing success and performance of your business.

Our clients include mid-sized to large privately held businesses, cooperatives and publicly listed companies in industry sectors of infrastructure, agribusiness, technology and food & beverage. We work with organisations throughout New Zealand with a strong regional focus.