Executive Search

We were delighted to appoint three senior executives to support the CEO on our ambitious growth journey. From the first conversation, it was clear that David Evans and Watermark understood the brief, could provide good suggestions on the market, and had excellent organisational and salary insights.

David actively led the search and assembled the appropriate team within Watermark to support this project. Throughout the entire process I was kept informed of the progress, timeline, and market feedback. David and Watermark identified individuals that not only fit the brief but importantly had a cultural alignment and connection to the purpose of the organisation. We were very happy with the whole process and the three senior executives that were appointed.

-Chairman, Private Equity backed organisation

​David and the Watermark Team provide outstanding service at all times but the GRA & GRLA Chief Risk Officer and GRLA Appointed Actuary Search assignments were particularly difficult given the need for absolute discretion in what is a small market segment.  Not only did David deliver wonderful outcomes, the Chair of the Board of Directors personally thanked him for his work and commented to me that David and Watermark’s service was the best she had ever experienced.  

David invests time to 100% understand the brief, including the all important nuances. Weekly written updates are a feature of the service as is face to face meetings at key times throughout the search.  For one assignment David recommended a Board simulation to assist differentiate two final candidates. This initiative proved invaluable in the selection process. 

David and Watermark set and deliver to a very high standard, including candidate experience. It is a testament to their approach that both successful and unsuccessful candidates have commented to me on the professional and positive experience they had during the search.  

I have absolute confidence in David and the Watermark Team and highly recommend them. 

-HR Manager, General Reinsurance Australia (GRA) & General Reinsurance Life Australia (GRLA)

​In my capacity as Group Head of Tax...I engaged Watermark Search, more specifically Robert Atkinson - Partner, on multiple occasions to conduct confidential Searches.  I have relied on Robert for many years to provide market insights and trends in recruitment across the tax landscape in Australia, with this information being critical in helping to set the strategic direction of our tax function.

Whilst Robert and the Watermark Team have always provided outstanding service, the appointment of the Head of Tax – Australia, alongside the Head of Investments Tax & Structuring assignments, particularly stand out given the complex and sensitive nature of the appointments.

Robert invested considerable time and effort to understand the nuanced complexity of the role, environment, and particularly the culture fit prior to recommending a bespoke pathway forward. Throughout the process we received regular updates and insights, which in turn helped inform the strategy, compensation and process, ultimately delivering a magnificent outcome for us on both appointments.  All of the people Robert helped us bring on board have continued to impress and grow their careers with the company.

Over the years Robert and the team at Watermark have continued to identify and appoint high calibre, high potential leadership appointments and I have every confidence we will continue to partner with Watermark going forwards.

​Group Head of Tax, Insurance Company