Bespoke Executive Search AND ADVISORY
Search done differently.
Leadership for a complex world.
A strategic, partner-led executive search and advisory firm specialising
in professional services, infrastructure, technology, finance and government sectors.
Our Philosophy
Expertise that starts at the Partner level.
CRA specialises in Executive Search, 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.
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.
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
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 & Integration
Closing negotiations and providing end to end support ensuring a seamless transition for long-term client impact.
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, Search & Capability Advisory
Advisory support focused on aligning capability to programs and transformation initiatives.
- Assessment of leadership capability and delivery requirements
- Market insight on capability gaps, structure and succession
- Rapid access to pre-qualified senior leaders
- Support across mobilisation and delivery phases
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-Based Model
Fees structured around the long-term impact and complexity of the engagement, not just transactional percentages.
Total Transparency
Clearly defined project scopes and milestones ensure absolute cost certainty from the outset.
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.
We operate on a transparent and flexible milestone-based structure that is tailored to your needs and aligns our success with yours.
Trusted by private and public entities
Ready to secure your next leader?
Connect with our partners today for a confidential discussion about your leadership
needs and strategic organisational goals.