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Premier NYC Executive Search Firm

Keller Executive Search is a top executive search firm in New York City, helping clients source, hire, and retain the best talent for their leadership teams. We find candidates in the top 1% of their fields using our deep expertise and membership with NPAworldwide.

Companies in NYC’s global hub for business and innovation need qualified candidates to lead them. Keller identifies executive talent with a proven track record in fast-paced, high-stakes environments, making sure they can address challenges and capitalize on opportunities in New York City’s dynamic market.

As a leading executive recruitment firm, we connect public, private, pre-IPO, and non-profit organizations of all sizes with the right leaders. We fill roles with intention, giving companies a competitive edge and encouraging growth.

Our New York executive recruiters focus on finding talent for CEOs, CFOs, COOs, and other crucial C-suite positions, but our services also cover general counsel, vice president, and director-level leadership roles.

The right leader can transform your business. We tailor our executive search strategy to your needs, minimizing the risk of a bad hire and saving valuable time and resources.

New York City Executive Talent Market

There are 73 Fortune 500 companies in New York City, which is the most in the world. The GDP of the New York City metropolitan area is more than $1.8 trillion. The biggest industries there are finance, media, technology, healthcare, real estate, and professional services.

Wall Street is still the world’s financial center. JPMorgan Chase, Goldman Sachs, Citigroup, Morgan Stanley, and BlackRock all have their main offices in Manhattan. The city has also become a major tech hub, with Google, Meta, Amazon, and hundreds of fast-growing startups setting up shop there.

The average pay for C-suite workers in New York is between $350,000 (for a VP) and more than $2 million (for a CEO). Our New York office is in Midtown Manhattan, the Financial District, Hudson Yards, SoHo, Brooklyn (DUMBO, Downtown Brooklyn), and the surrounding metro area, which includes Long Island City, Jersey City, Stamford (CT), White Plains, and Westchester County.

Successful Placements in New York City

Chief Executive Officer

Asset Management Firm

Chief Financial Officer

Healthcare Platform

Chief Revenue Officer

Media Company

General Counsel

Financial Services Firm

Chief Human Resources Officer

Real Estate Investment Trust

Chief Technology Officer

Financial Technology Company

Chief Operating Officer

Professional Services Firm

Chief Marketing Officer

Luxury Retail Brand

Vice President of Strategy

Private Equity Portfolio Company

Our Executive Search Process

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Keller Executive Search learned early on that a one-size-fits-all approach that emphasizes credentials over cultural fit and role success criteria doesn’t work for executive search. That lesson still informs the way we run searches today.

We follow a highly structured, transparent, and hands-on approach that allows us to really get to know each client’s unique needs, which is essential for successful executive recruitment.

Role Definition

We have a consultative discussion to understand your business needs, challenges, and culture factors. Our executive recruiters also identify the objectives, requirements, and salary targets for the job. They create a detailed role scorecard with objective criteria that become the yardstick against which candidates are measured, reducing bias in the selection process.

Research

Drawing on our in-depth industry knowledge, cutting-edge recruitment technology, and extensive network, we conduct market mapping and targeted headhunting to find the best match. We don’t restrict our search to our client’s industry alone. Instead, we look for executive talent from adjacent sectors with transferable skills who might be overlooked by other search firms.

Assessment

Our recruiters use AI-powered vetting platforms to speed up screening and shortlisting, helping them prioritize the best candidates to review. We also use data-driven strategies to refine the selection process, like structured interviews and behavioral assessments. These tools cut down on the time we spend looking at resumes and help us deliver the right talent faster.

Presentation and Offer Management

We share a report on the most qualified candidates with our clients, so they have all the information they need to make an informed decision. Our consultants engage with both clients and candidates to answer questions, offer advice, and identify potential problems that could get in the way of a candidate accepting an offer.

Beyond Placement

Our comprehensive search, strategic consulting, and direct sourcing services are aimed at helping our clients secure better leadership hires that drive innovation, encourage teams, and promote revenue. We go beyond individual hires, helping companies design more effective organizational structures and HR processes to meet future demands.

Get access to the finest executive search solutions in NYC. Reach out to us today.

Our Executive Search Expertise

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New York City is an economic powerhouse for several sectors like finance, technology, media, healthcare, and international trade.

Keller’s executive recruiters and headhunters are former HR leaders and specialists with extensive experience in many functions and industries. Their collective 20 years of expertise let us find seasoned executive talent who can make a real impact.

Some Areas We Specialize In

  • Consumer and Retail Markets
  • Energy and Natural Resources
  • Engineering and Manufacturing
  • Financial Services and Investment
  • Healthcare and Life Sciences
  • IT, Technology, and Digital Innovation
  • Professional and Business Services
  • Public and Nonprofit Sectors
  • Real Estate and Construction

Examples of Roles We Recruit For

Keller’s team has deep expertise filling a wide variety of senior leadership roles. This includes the entire C-suite, such as Chief Executive Officers, Chief Operating Officers, and Chief Marketing Officers, board members, vice presidents, and directors. Our recruiters understand the importance of these roles for an organization’s success and consistently deliver top candidates who can hit the ground running.

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Why Choose Keller For Executive Search In New York City?

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Keller is widely recognized as a leading executive search firm in New York City and other locations around the world. Our experienced, dedicated recruiters understand how important it is to identify and attract executives who can drive growth and success, especially for clients with significant revenue or assets.

We also know that cultural alignment is increasingly being viewed as a business multiplier in the executive search process. As such, we prioritize connecting clients with leaders who share their values and vision in addition to having the right skills and emotional intelligence. With that being said, we never discriminate against candidates based on demographic factors and strive to eliminate unconscious bias in our searches.

We make executive search simple with our consultative approach, extensive network, and deep industry knowledge. Our track record of consistently placing top talent in high-impact leadership positions, combined with our consideration of our clients’ unique needs, makes us the number-one choice for New York City executive search.

Keller’s Promise

Many organizations use a recruiter when searching for executive leaders. Part of Keller’s mission is to provide effective and ethical executive search solutions that honor and respect the safety and security of both clients and candidates. That’s why we adhere to strict NDAs to keep sensitive information confidential. We also have an off-limits policy that prohibits us from sourcing candidates from our clients’ leadership teams.

While we are committed to the pursuit of excellence, it is possible that a candidate is no longer able to accept a position due to unforeseen circumstances. For cases like these, we offer a 365-day replacement program that lets us find another suitable professional to fulfill the job requirements.

Contact Keller today and we will get back to you with the plan forward.

Client Testimonials

"The Keller Executive Search team really impressed us. They made sure they knew what we needed and sent us a candidate who was better than we had hoped for. Smooth and professional process!"

- Sarah M., CEO

"Keller Executive Search helped find us a great leader who is already making a big difference at our business. We will definitely work with them again."

- David P., Vice President of Operations

"The results Keller Executive Search gave us speak for themselves. Their team went above and beyond to help us find the right person and we are very happy with who we hired."

- Michael S., Head of Human Resources

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