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I would have to say that Sheffield is the most professional well run recruitment agent that I have ever encountered. From a candidate perspective, the prompt communication all throughout the process was fantastic and the thing that stands out the most for me. There is nothing worse as a candidate than waiting around wondering when you might hear about each step in the process. It was the same when I dealt with Mike on a position a few years ago. Absolute gold standard!

Joanne Soderlund, Candidate, Grey District Council

Ian, Raewyn and Kelly did a tremendous job helping the Hockey New Zealand Board distill down the key skills we needed in our CEO, and ultimately assisted us with a comprehensive and efficient interview and selection process. We could not have asked for more.

Mike Bignell, Chair, NZ Hockey

Ian Taylor and the Sheffield Search team stood out in the selection process as having the experience, knowledge of the market, capability and fit that we were looking for. I am very comfortable in recommending Sheffield Search as an Executive Search partner for any educational body recruiting for leadership positions.

Phil Newman, Chair, Orewa College

I wish to applaud Sheffield for their professional, considerate and thorough approach to recruitment. Sheffield's approach of personal contact, detailed candidate assessment and rigorous evaluation provided me with the assurance I was seeking. It was a pleasure to work with Louise Green and her team

Dave Ward, Group Manager - 3 Waters, Dunedin City Council

Sheffield has real strength in the culture transformation and development area, which is why we decided to partner with them on the appointment of this newly established position. Sheffield provided a superb service – the whole process was flawless – it was easy, on time and excellently executed.

Kirstie Gardener, GM People and Safety, Lyttelton Port Company

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Navigating Today’s Challenges: Workforce Design and AI Governance
The latest instalments of the Sheffield North Island Speaker Series, delivered in partnership with BE Employment Law, brought together two highly respected experts to explore some of the most pressing challenges facing directors and executives in Aotearoa.
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Nominations are open for the Taituarā 2026 Sheffield Emerging Leader of the Year Award
We are proud to once again sponsor the Sheffield Emerging Leader of the Year Award at the 2026 LGFA Taituarā Excellence Awards.
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New Chief Financial Officer for New Zealand Rugby
Sheffield Search congratulates Chris Kinraid on his appointment as Chief Financial Officer for New Zealand Rugby.
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Champions of Women in Leadership for 65 Years
We are proud to announce that Sheffield South Island’s General Manager Louise Green has been accepted as a member of the Global Women’s Network. In Wellington, Katy Anquetil, Executive Director Wellington continues to be a sought-after voice in the governance space, particularly through her ongoing collaboration with Women on Boards.
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New Chief Executive for MIT and Unitec
Sheffield Search is honoured to have supported the appointment of Professor Christina Hong as inaugural Chief Executive of MIT and Unitec.
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