CEO recruitment

Sourcing business leaders for business leaders

Partnering primarily with private businesses, Lawson Delaney is a leading executive recruitment agency both in Melbourne and across Australia. We have recruited many CEOs matched to the unique context of each organisation, its owners and their goals. We have the proven ability to identify, and most importantly, execute the right strategy for your business, first time, every time.

Specialist sourcing skills are imperative to a successful CEO appointment, as is the manner in which a new leader is brought into a business. Lawson Delaney works closely with owners and the new CEO or Managing Director to guide them through the inevitable challenges.

Your business objective will determine the type of leader your business needs. Whether you are looking to scale and grow or someone to take on the smooth running of the business we are well placed to confirm your needs and support the transition.

Lawson Delaney's executive recruiters also specialise in Advisory Board recruitment and executive assessment.

Contact Darren Banfield, Managing Director, on 0475 703 149 or email guy@lawsondelaney.com.au to find out more.

Key Contacts

Richard Fisher, Group Managing Director Lawson HR Group

Richard Fischer

Group Managing Director

0477 013 742

Darren Banfield

Darren Banfield

Managing Director

0475 703 149

guy-sigston

Guy Sigston

Executive Director

0477 013 841

David May

Past CEO & Managing Director appointments

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Employer Enquiry
Colm has been fantastic to deal with and has made the recruitment process for our business very streamlined. Congratulations on changing our perception with recruitment businesses. We look forward to a long term relationship and highly recommend Colm.

Troy Townley, Founder, HTA Advisory

In my dealings with Colm he has taken the time to understand the business and what we are looking for. I find Colm to be measured and working for my best interests. I view Colm as a business partner, someone I can trust and have confidence that he will find an excellent employee.

Accounting Partner, Accounting and Business Advisory firm

The team at Lawson Delaney have provided us numerous, high quality employees. Guy and Colm have become partners in our business. I trust them. I feel they are invested in our success.

Mark Rogerson, Rogerson Kenny Business Accountants

The team at Lawson Delaney have provided us numerous, high quality employees. Guy and Colm have become partners in our business. I trust them. I feel they are invested in our success.

Mark Rogerson, Rogerson Kenny Business Accountants

Lovely, dedicated staff. Very helpful and a great approach to doing business.

Business Development Manager, Security Sector

Very professional, prompt and responsive.

General Manager, Finance Industry

Great communication and genuine care was provided by the team.

Accounting Professional, Accounting Industry

Lee is very friendly and personable. He sent through relevant candidates (a lot of other recruiters send through quantity rather than quality).

Human Resources Manager, Boutique Accounting Firm

I was very impressed with the manner in which Lee Eggleston handled the matter - polite, professional and not pushy.

Principal, Tax & Accounting Firm

Colm is so great to deal with. He is calm, insightful, logical and proactive in his approach. Our firm took a huge step outside our comfort zone and Colm supported us every step of the way. I would highly recommend him.

CA Director, Accounting and Business Advisory firm

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