HR Executive Search

 

Recruiting Transformational HR Leaders: CHROs, Chief People Officers & Human Resource Executives

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, leading HR executives are more than just talent strategists—they are visionary architects of organizational success. As companies grow more complex, the role of HR has transformed from tactical executor to trusted strategic advisor, shaping the future of work and driving long-term value.

Now, more than ever, human resource executives must navigate critical workforce challenges: remote and hybrid workforces, multi-generational dynamics, and the relentless pursuit of top talent amid fluctuating market dynamics. These leaders are not only solving today’s pressing issues but also crafting innovative strategies that define the future of business.

The demand for exceptional HR leadership has never been higher. Finding the right CHRO or Chief People Officer isn’t just about filling a role—it’s about securing a strategic force that propels your organization forward.

JM Search’s Seasoned Team of HR Executive Recruiting Experts

That’s why at JM Search, we’ve built a highly experienced and deeply connected team of HR recruiting experts dedicated to matching exceptional HR executives with private equity-backed, private, and public companies. Our specialized recruiting team includes former Chief Human Resources Officers, and HR Practitioners who understand the critical importance of getting it right when working at the executive level and are dedicated to supporting the ever-evolving needs of our clients and their businesses. Since 1980, we’ve expected nothing less and neither should you.

“When I work with JM Search, I know they will respect my time, present multiple high-quality candidates that are a fit for the role and our culture, and set me and the company up for long-term success. JM Search is truly a white-glove service provider and I greatly appreciate their partnership in helping me build my leadership team.”

Ashley Mathis

CEO

SmartLab learning

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Executive positions recruited

Our team is comprised of former C-level executives and deeply experienced executive recruiting experts that know how to assess top talent across the following key roles:

  • Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO)
  • Chief People Officer (CPO)
  • Chief Talent Officer (CTO)
  • SVP/VP Human Resources
  • SVP/VP Total Rewards
  • SVP/VP Organizational Development & Learning
  • SVP/VP Talent Management
  • SVP/VP Talent Acquisition
  • SVP/VP Labor Relations

Our focus areas

  • Consumer

    Successful consumer leaders anticipate buyer behavior, craft transformative strategies, and elevate customer experience through insight and innovation.

  • Education & Social Impact

    Transformative education leaders advance human potential, foster scalable innovation, and shape a more equitable and impactful future.

  • Financial Services

    Successful financial services leaders lead with foresight, adapt to change, and shape future-ready cultures across the industry.

  • Healthcare & Life Sciences

    Healthcare and life sciences organizations thrive under leaders who drive change, energize teams, and deliver meaningful patient impact.

  • Industrial

    Industrial businesses thrive under leaders who think globally and act locally, driving transformation with agility and foresight.

  • Legal

    Effective legal leaders expand client reach by identifying top talent, leveraging networks, and mastering the nuances of the lateral market.

  • Media, Entertainment & Communications

    Media and communications leaders’ pair creative vision with technological insight to lead transformation across evolving service-based sectors.

  • Services

    Service-based organizations thrive under leaders who modernize operations, energize talent, and expand reach in a globalized economy.

  • Technology

    Effective tech leaders unite creativity and fortitude to guide high-growth organizations through rapid transformation and market complexity.

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Building diverse, equitable & inclusive leadership teams

JM Search is committed to helping build more diverse and inclusive organizations – where all voices are heard and valued, and where employees can comfortably bring their whole selves to the workplace. We understand that each organization is at a different stage of their own DE&I journey. We strive to support clients with advancing their goals through a collaborative, thoughtful, and actionable human capital strategy, and are committed to bringing a diverse slate of qualified candidates to each search.

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