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Bespoke Executive Search AND ADVISORY

Search done differently.

Leadership for a complex world.

A strategic, partner-led executive search, leadership advisory and executive career coaching firm working across professional services, infrastructure, technology, finance, logistics and government.
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Our Philosophy

Expertise that starts at the Partner level.

CRA specialises in Executive Search, Executive Coaching, Executive Capability Advisory, Interim Executive Management and Strategic Sourcing solutions. With a thorough knowledge of Australasia and over 40 years within the market, we are ideally positioned to leverage an extensive network across the region. CRA partners with organisations across infrastructure, professional services, government and large-scale programs to deliver senior executive capability. In addition to executive search, we provide advisory services and rapid access to pre-qualified leaders who have delivered complex transformation and program outcomes. We also work directly with senior executives. Through our Executive Career Coaching & Market Advisory Program, leaders considering their next move work one-on-one to sharpen their positioning, understand and engage with the market, and approach opportunities with confidence. It is confidential, independent advice focused on each executive's own goals.
Unlike traditional firms, our partners stay involved throughout the entire lifecycle of an engagement. We don't just find talent; we provide strategic search advisory that shapes the future of diversity focused leadership teams.

40+

Years Experience

500+

LEADERSHIP Placements

Expertise that starts at the Partner level.
Methodology

The CRA Process

A rigorous, research-driven framework designed to identify and secure high-calibre leadership talent aligned to our clients' individual needs.

Client Engagement & Briefing

Immersion into organisational culture and strategic objectives to define the ideal leadership profile.

Mapping & Leadership Insights

Intelligence-led research to map talent, skills and leadership capability across sectors, geographies and competitors.

Candidate Engagement & Screening

Discreet candidate engagement to identify market-leading individuals through intensive, tailored multi-stage assessment.

Candidate Placement & Career Advisory

Closing negotiations and providing end-to-end support for long-term client impact, while advising executives directly as they position for their next role.
Services

Core Capabilities

Tailored executive search and advisory solutions designed for the complexities of high-stakes leadership where outcomes directly affect performance, reputation and long-term value.

Executive Search & Interim Management

Discreet Partner-led executive search and interim solutions aligned to client and delivery requirements.
  • Retained search for senior leadership and critical roles
  • Interim executives to support delivery and transition phases
  • Relationship based and research-led identification of high calibre candidates
  • Flexible delivery aligned to program timelines

Leadership, Board Assessment & Executive Coaching

Advisory and coaching support for organisations, boards and senior executives navigating leadership, transformation and career transition with access to experienced senior leaders ready to mobilise when required
  • Leadership, board and capability assessments
  • Executive coaching and career transition support
  • Succession amd leadership continuity planning and mobilisation support
  • Access to pre-qualified senior leaders ready to mobilise

Market & Talent Mapping

Research-driven market intelligence to support strategic workforce planning and decision-making.
  • Targeted mapping of executive talent
  • Competitor and peer benchmarking
  • Identification of emerging talent pools
  • Insight to inform long-term capability planning
Industry Focus

Where we deliver impact.

Deep specialisation across sectors critical to the region's infrastructure, energy transition, financial and public stability.

Professional & Financial Services

Securing executive capability across financial services, technology and transformation to deliver complex change.

Infrastructure, Energy & Mining

Delivering executive leadership capability for critical infrastructure, energy and resources programs.

Government

Advising government on leadership capability required to deliver policy, programs and large-scale transformation initiatives.
Value

Value-Based Model

Fees structured around the long-term impact and complexity of the engagement, not just transactional percentages.
Total Transparency

Total Transparency

Clearly defined project scopes and milestones ensure absolute cost certainty from the outset.
Aligned Partnership

Aligned Partnership

Our ongoing partnership model ensures we represent only your best interests, acting as a true extension of your organisation.
Engagement

Fee Structure

At CRA Solutions, we believe that executive search is a strategic investment in your organisation's future. Our fee structure reflects this philosophy, focusing on a premium, partner-led advisory service rather than being based on percentages.
We operate on a transparent and flexible milestone-based structure that is tailored to your needs and aligns our success with yours.
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Trusted by private and public entities

  • UNSW
    Westpac
    CommonwealthBank
    ANZ
    St.George
    HSBC
    Rabobank
    Bankers
  • LionNathan
    DrinkWise
    Rams Home Loans
    Zurich
    Deloitte
    PWC
    Fujitsu
    Dimension Data

Ready to secure your next leader?

Connect with our partners today for a confidential discussion about your leadership needs and strategic organisational goals.
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