We deliver search led recruitment across governance, executive and specialist appointments - supporting organisations to secure the capability they need in complex and evolving environments.

Specialist Search

We recruit specialist capability across legal, finance, HR, policy, engagement, regulatory and compliance.

We are proud of our success in placing candidates into hard-to-find and emerging roles, where the right expertise is scarce and fit must be carefully assessed.

Many of our consultants bring first hand experience from the specialist fields they recruit in. Having trained and practised in these disciplines, they bring sector credibility and informed judgement to every search.

We acknowledge our origins in legal recruitment and continue to serve as the pre-eminent legal recruitment business in Aotearoa.

Executive & Governance Search

We support boards to appoint Chairs, Directors, Chief Executives and senior leaders with the experience, judgement and cultural capability to lead in complex environments.

Public, Private, NGO & Charity Sectors
Our experience spans corporate, public sector, NGO, iwi and community organisations, enabling us to identify talent suited to the unique context, culture and expectations of each environment.

All-of-Government

As a trusted provider on the All‑of‑Government Talent Acquisition Services panel, we deliver permanent and contract recruitment solutions, supporting public sector agencies since 2012 to appoint high‑calibre specialist and leadership talent.

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Recent appointments

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Sabena Blackhall, Chief Advisor

Wellington City Council

Niche is pleased to announce the appointment of Sabena Blackhall as Chief Advisor, Office of the Chief Executive at Wellington City Council.

Sandra Kirby, Chief Executive

Rural Women New Zealand

Niche is delighted to announce the appointment of Sandra Kirby as Chief Executive of Rural Women New Zealand.

Mark Leslie, Independent Director

Hill Labs

Niche announces the appointment of Mark Leslie as an Independent Director of Hill Laboratories.