Executive Search

I really enjoyed working with David Hammond and his team from Tribe Leadership and Executive Search. As someone with limited experience in recruiting for management positions, Tribe were very detailed in their process and search. From the start, they were very thorough and explained every step of the way. During our search for the new General Manager at the Auckland University Students' Association (AUSA), I really enjoyed how inclusive Tribe were in their process. They met with key stakeholders such as senior staff, our student executive, and our advisory board for briefing sessions to properly understand what we were looking for in a General Manager before going to the market. Along the way, we received regular updates and maintained regular communication with David and his team. I would 100% recommend Tribe for anyone looking to recruit senior management positions within their organisation - not only are they very detailed and thorough in finding the right person, they are also very inclusive and understanding of the individual needs of a unique organisation such as ours.

Alan Shaker | President, AUSA

Tribe nailed every element of my successful appointment to the role. From the insights, preparing for the interview, to the role organisation description and background. The team had a professional, friendly and reassuring approach, with great support pre/during/post interview, and really thorough and friendly follow ups. I highly recommend Tribe - David and Alexis were excellent - ka mau te wehi korua, nga mihi aroha!

Jeremy Tunks - Director of Workforce

David and his team at Tribe did a fantastic job for us on the appointment of a new Board member to Netball New Zealand.  They took the time to understand our context and the skills we were after and produced a great list of potential candidates well aligned to what we were looking for.  They were able to source potential directors from beyond the typical pools and with the commitment required for a purpose-driven organisation.  Strong candidate management throughout and good advice.

Matt Whineray, Chair, Netball New Zealand

CEO appointment is one of the biggest decisions a board can make.  We engaged Tribe Leadership for our CEO search following a referral from an industry colleague and David and his team have exceeded our expectations. Timelines were hit, remuneration expectations were managed well and we were presented with a diverse set of quality candidates. The toughest decision was choosing from the short list of outstanding people they put in front of us. I wouldn't hesitate to use Tribe Leadership again.

Jono Steele, HELL Pizza

"I have worked with a lot of executive search teams both internationally and in NZ, and Tribe stand out. They are redefining what the new breed of executive search is. Their ability to think differently, reach into community groups that others don’t, means that the candidates they find are unique. We worked with them recently on our Global CPO and Global CFO positions, and they did not disappoint. They will push you, challenge you, and are invested in making sure you get the best”.

Clive Ormerod - Chief Executive Officer, Les Mills International

"Being a candidate and a future employer/customer can be a challenging situation to be in but Cam, Sandy and Jenny did a fantastic job working with me in both situations.

I was well briefed in as a candidate on the expectations of the role, excellent communication and follow up and then the outcome I was looking for at the end. Then as a client the experience was very similar, great work on the briefing documents, excellent communication during the process and great candidates to choose from. Personalised and professional service at the right level as required, easy to recommend!"

Mark O'Donnell, CEO Rockit Apple

"We were recently recruiting to find a CEO for our business in New Zealand and wanted to find someone exceptional.  Through their very thorough analysis of our business, our culture and what we needed to succeed, the team at Tribe quickly and thoroughly nailed what our definition of exceptional was  - and that is exactly what they delivered!  I can’t speak highly enough about the process,  and would say that if you are looking for a recruitment team that “gets you” and your needs – Tribe definitely delivers!"

Shelley Beasley | Global COO, Webjet Limited

“David and Tribe were fantastic to work with. Tribe genuinely have an innovative approach to recruitment. David’s energy is contagious. The speed and agility he brought to complete our recruitment process in a short timeframe was very impressive and appreciated. Thank you”

Mark Loveard, Chief Operating Officer Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington

"You don't build a reputation on what you plan to do - you build a reputation on your results. Tribe are a pleasure to work with because of their focus on long-term relationships and long-term results. I have worked with Tribe as a client and a candidate. They have the experience to distil the intangible characteristics that make a great fit. And they have the ability to move quickly, without cutting corners, as is needed in this tight market. I recommend Tribe without reservation"

Tim Hogan - Chief Technology Officer, EROAD

"I have had the pleasure of working with Tribe both as a client and a candidate. They are a fantastic bunch of humans who are brilliant to work with as they are transparent, straightforward and do what they say."

Darren Linton - CEO Online Republic

"Please pass on my appreciation to Tribe, finding such great people to work alongside as it makes my busy life as CEO both enjoyable and tenable. The process that Tribe worked to was extremely professional and we very impressed with the quality and experience of the candidates that were put forward" 

Ray Meade, CEO Mondiale VGL

"David and his team made employing our new CEO an amazing experience. Learnt so much and we were supplied with exceptional candidates. Super excited for our new CEO to start in the New Year!"

Jill Edwards

We recently engaged Tribe Leadership to search for our new COO Build. Brad’s ability to quickly gain a deep understanding of our business, culture, and the required technical skills to present an outstanding shortlist of both local and international candidates really impressed me. If you’re looking for an agency that genuinely understands and then meets your needs, Tribe is the perfect choice.

They delivered precisely what we were seeking!

Nick Clarke, CEO Fortysouth

We recently used the team at Tribe to recruit for our vacant Head of Finance position.

From the outset I was impressed with Brad’s professionalism, industry knowledge, and genuine desire to understand our unique hiring needs.

Brad took the time to thoroughly understand the specific skills and experience we were looking for, as well as the culture fit that would be critical for success in the role.

His presentation, assessment and recommendations regarding potential candidates saved us countless hours evaluating who was the right fit for our business.

The quality of Brad’s communication and engagement throughout the entire process was 100% on-point.

I would highly recommend Brad and his team.

Peter Roberts | Managing Director, Tile Space

We were searching for a candidate with a very specific combination of skillset, experience and cultural fit. Tribe was able to find a group of talented candidates for us to consider for the role. With Tribe's personal touch and great communication, we were kept informed throughout the process. I would definitely recommend Tribe.

Jeremy Nicoll | Chief Executive Officer, Arvida