Logo

Lester Blades - Executive Search AND Board Advisory

Local Specialisation, International Reach
0.0 (0)
Western Australia, Australia
2-10 employees
2002

Ratings

0.0
Based on 0 verified reviews
Industry Knowledge
0.0
Hiring Speed
0.0
Candidate Quality
0.0
Candidate Experience
0.0
Communication
0.0
Value For Cost
0.0

View Reviews

Company Description

Lester Blades is a Perth based executive search and board advisory firm established in 2002 that focuses on appointing senior leaders and advising boards across Australia. The firm is led by seven Partners Tony Lester, Geoff Blades, Suzanne Ardagh, Tina Jackson, James Fairbairn, Jemma Buckner and Craig Dawson who are directly engaged on every assignment, personally conducting market and candidate research, approaching targeted talent, leading interviews and managing rigorous reference checking. With a proven track record of more than 3,000 executive and board appointments and a success rate reported at over 98 to 99 percent for retained searches, Lester Blades has become a trusted partner to organizations that return based on prior experience and referral, and 95 percent of placements remain with their employer after 12 months. The firm delivers executive search and selection for CEOs, C suite and divisional executives, general managers and senior functional leaders, as well as non executive director appointments. Its board advisory practice brings a contemporary approach to governance, providing practical advice on board performance, effectiveness and best practice to help directors deliver strong oversight and results. Sector coverage is broad and includes banking and financial services, energy and resources, FMCG, infrastructure, property and construction, government and utilities, health, science and human services, Indigenous, arts, tourism and sports, commercial, education, manufacturing and industrial, professional services and for purpose organizations. Combining local specialization with international reach, Lester Blades is a founder member of the Alliance of Executive Search Advisors, enabling seamless collaboration with independent partner firms across Europe, Asia Pacific and the Americas. The firm upholds high ethical and professional standards and is committed to diversity and inclusion in all consulting work. Lester Blades Pty Ltd holds a Western Australia Employment Agents Licence number 1384, underscoring a disciplined, compliant and quality driven approach to executive recruitment and board advisory.

Services

Executive Search & Interim Management
Permanent Recruitment

Service Delivery Models

No items available

Specialization

Industry Focus

Financial ServicesEnergy

Profile Expertise

Senior ExecutivesGeneralist - white collar professionals

Who we worked with

No featured clients provided

Client Feedback & Reviews

No reviews found
No video introduction provided

FAQ

No FAQ provided

Similar Agencies

Logo

Richard Lloyd Accounting Recruitment

Sydney’s accounting recruitment experts
0.0 (0)
Sydney, Australia
All industriesManagement Consulting+5
Logo

BerConn Global Pty Ltd

BerConn Global Pty Ltd is a privately owned boutique legal search agency based in Sydney, Australia, specialising in private practice recruitment across domestic and international markets. Founded in July 2015 by Co-founders and Managing Directors Jenny Bermheden and Karlie Connellan, the firm draws on more than 40 years of combined recruitment experience gained within international agencies and specialist boutique search firms. BerConn Global partners exclusively with law firms and high-calibre lawyers, offering a tailored, bespoke service grounded in integrity, discretion and deep market insight. With no jurisdictional boundaries and no alignment to any single firm, the team has established strong relationships with leading practices globally and is prepared to build new connections where a search requires it. For candidates, BerConn Global provides an honest assessment of fit, closely tailors resumes to target markets and jurisdictions, controls when and where applications are submitted through explicit written consent, delivers detailed interview coaching, and offers ongoing support post-placement, including during relocations across Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Europe, Asia and the United States. For law firms, the consultancy operates through a highly targeted process, presenting only closely matched profiles, supplying anonymous profiles on request, assisting with salary negotiations and references, and adhering to each firm’s recruitment protocols across their global networks. The firm intentionally limits the number of lawyers it represents to ensure quality of service, maintains a high referral rate, and travels regularly across major cities in Australia and New Zealand to meet talent in person. For unique or hard-to-fill mandates and senior appointments, BerConn Global recommends retained search assignments with a bespoke method and timeline. Their track record includes successful cross-border moves into elite international firms across banking and finance, corporate, disputes, projects, real estate and other practice areas, delivered with responsiveness, professionalism and a personalised touch.
0.0 (0)
Sydney, Australia
Management ConsultingLegal+4
Logo

Aequalis Consulting

Connecting Talent, Delivering Success Shape Your Future with Us
0.0 (0)
Sydney, Australia
Residential DevelopmentCommercial Real Estate+15
Logo

People Intelligence Recruitment Pty Ltd

People Intelligence Recruitment Pty Ltd was a boutique Australian recruitment consultancy known for its relationship-led approach and hands-on market expertise. Co-founded by Lindsey Morgan and Catherine Moores, the firm drew on more than 40 years of cumulative recruitment experience gained in Sydney, London, and other international markets, bringing a pragmatic, service-focused ethos to matching white-collar and leadership talent with organizations of varying sizes. Operating as a small, agile team, People Intelligence Recruitment emphasized transparency, diligence, and long-term fit, building trust with clients, candidates, suppliers, and recruitment partners through clear communication and attentive delivery. The company has now closed following the founders’ personal transitions, with Lindsey moving toward retirement and Catherine beginning a new career in Allied Health; this decision reflects a respectful, planned wind-down rather than a change in ownership. In announcing the closure, the firm expressed sincere gratitude to its stakeholders for making the journey meaningful and successful and provided a single point of contact for any residual inquiries. The legacy of People Intelligence Recruitment is that of a generalist, cross-industry capability typical of boutique agencies in Australia, shaped by international networks and local insight across Sydney and the broader Australian market. Its digital presence now serves primarily as a notice of closure and a conduit for communication where needed, honoring prior relationships and ensuring continuity for anyone seeking follow-up. Although operations have ceased, the firm’s track record underscores a commitment to high-touch recruitment, careful candidate assessment, and collaborative client partnerships forged over years of practice in the staffing and recruiting field.
0.0 (0)
North Sydney, Australia
All industries
Logo

The Onset

It’s not just WHAT you know. It’s WHO you know.
0.0 (0)
Sydney, Australia
Software DevelopmentCybersecurity+17
Logo

Ampersand

Bespoke Executive Search, Permanent Hire & Contract Recruitment Agency
0.0 (0)
Sydney, Australia
Software DevelopmentCybersecurity+18