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When recruiting for our Chief Executive we’d heard from other clients that Sheffield were one of the best. They had also just completed hiring an ELT role and I was incredibly impressed by the quality of the process and standard of the candidates shortlisted. The process was incredible. It was clear right from the beginning and even in the tough political environment, we were still provided with a wonderful list of candidates, I can hand on heart say that Sheffield is the best Consultancy in Wellington. They treat their clients and candidates with the highest respect, and go completely out of their way to find the best person for the role

Tory Whanau, Mayor, Wellington City Council

We were really, really happy with the outcome of the recruitment process and would have no hesitation in recommending Sheffield to anyone. Embrace their expertise and knowledge - don’t try and do it yourself.

Stu Myles, Chair, Nova Trust

Sheffield proved to be a great choice for our CEO recruitment. Council felt well supported in attracting high calibre applicants and progressing our preferred candidate through to completing the formal appointment. I felt Louise really understood our person requirements and the unique challenges of recruitment into a small rural council. I think this attention to detail coupled with great recruitment research and insight really built my confidence in the process.

Jamie Cleine, Mayor, Buller District Council

Sheffield's previous reputation led me to using them again. The whole process flowed well from the initial brief and I would highly recommend Sheffield, and Mike Stenhouse or Jane Pollitt to anyone without hesitation.

Colin Weatherall, Acting Chair, Central South Island Fish and Game

In a Covid-19 year the job market has been tough for candidates and recruitment companies alike, however my interaction with Louise, as a candidate, was a standout amongst the crowd. I found Louise pro-active and responsive to my enquiry, and Louise is backed by a very organised and professional team who enabled our interaction to be seamless and successful.

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Happy Holidays from Sheffield South Island - The Source
Our Summer Edition of The Source is out now!
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New Group Manager Strategy and Finance for Tasman District Council
Congratulations to Sue McLean on the successful appointment to Tasman District Council as the Group Manager Strategy and Finance.
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Happy Holidays from Sheffield North Island
The Sheffield North Island offices will be closed from Tuesday 23 December to Monday 12 January 2026,
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From the Archives: Sheffield’s 1986 Santa Recruitment Advertisement
At the recent Emeritus Partners event, John Martins, an Emeritus Partner, shared a unique piece of Sheffield history: a light-hearted job advertisement from 1986 seeking to recruit Santa Claus.
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Nova Trust appoints new Chief Executive Officer
Sheffield South Island were delighted to work with the Nova Trust Board in the appointment of their new Chief Executive Penny Taylor.
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New Business Manager for Burnside High School
Sheffield South Island enjoyed partnering again recently with Burnside High School in the appointment of their new Business Manager, Thomas Chang.
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