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WHAT WE DO AT SPORT EXECUTIVE

Recruit Top Talent & Unlock Capability

What we do

At Sport Executive we uncover and nurture top talent. We have decades of experience in search and coaching within Sport. As an Olympian, Stuart, Sport Executive CEO, is dedicated to the sporting industry, having worked on boards and actively participated within the community. This has resulted in extensive networks and experience working with the sporting industry.  Stuart has a passion for high performance and leveraging transformational talent to drive organisations forward. Sport Executive offers a range of executive services, specifically tailored to your needs. We work with you to help you find and retain the highest quality of talent. 

EXECUTIVE SEARCH

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EXECUTIVE COACHING

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EXECUTIVE SEARCH

Our Athlete's Edge Methodology approach to personalised recruitment is what sets us apart from the competition. We act with confidence and integrity, advocating for the best needs of your organisation and acting as your ambassador in the market.

At Sport Executive we have real experience working in the roles we are recruiting for, and draw on SHL, Birkman & Hogan Assessment Insights, coupled with our extensive experience and expertise to provide top-tier executive search services.

We work with sports organisations of any size or background, across a range of sectors, and while the unique operational needs of these sectors may vary, we believe that in all the roles we recruit for cultural fit is paramount.

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Executive Search

Who we work with

LEADING SPORTS ORGANISATIONS IN AUSTRALIA

We are honored to work with numerous leading sporting organisations, government bodies, sports retailers and sports manufacturers across Australia. We recruit a variety of roles at executive and management level including the following:

EXECUTIVE ROLES

Chief Executive Officer

Chief Marketing Officer

Chief Commercial Officer

Chief Financial Officer

High Performance Director

MANAGEMENT ROLES

Sales & Commercial

Marketing & Communication

Participation & Membership

High Performance & Coaching

HR & Culture

Finance

Competition

Sponsorship

Operations

Diversity & Integrity

A SAMPLE OF THE ORGANISATIONS WE'VE WORKED WITH

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Our Process

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DISCOVERY

Together we define the role description and candidate success profile based on The Athlete’s Edge model. 

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PSYCHOMETRIC & PERSONALITY ASSESSMENTS

Sport Executive conducts HOGAN, SHL and BIRKMAN assessments.

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CANDIDATE SEARCH

Sport Executive conducts a search based on our expansive networks of high performance talent.

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ROLE OFFER & NEGOTIATION

Sport Executive conducts reference checks and offers facilitation.

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EVALUATION OF TALENT

Sport Executive review and assess candidates utilising the Athlete’s Edge model.

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ONBOARDING & COACHING SUPPORT

Sport Executive offers optional professional coaching upon commencement in role.

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CLIENT EVALUATION & INTERVIEWS

Sport Executive present candidate’s and their suitability for the role.

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FEEDBACK

Continuous improvement to constantly enhance the client experience.

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EXECUTIVE COACHING

Stuart is a CEAV professional coach, as well as ICF accredited, and has over 20 years experience in executive coaching, training and mentoring. His unique executive coaching framework focusses on transformational leadership and high performance outcomes.

Through close partnering with clients, and informed by SHL Insights, Stuart works with individuals to increase self-awareness surrounding their preferred leadership styles, building on their existing capabilities, to enhance performance and achieve both individual, and organisational goals.

 

Our frameworks ensure individuals have the tools necessary to succeed, and our Ongoing Candidate Placement Coaching supports candidates in smoothly transitioning into their new roles.

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Client Feedback

WHAT PEOPLE SAY ABOUT US

“I worked in partnership with Stuart on a senior hire.  His service, communication and professionalism throughout the entire process was first class.  The candidate that he helped to place was a great result and great fit for our organisation.”

CEO National Sporting Organisation

“ My experience with Stuart was outstanding.  It was clear that the team went to great lengths to understand what the client was seeking and that was well communicated to applicants making the interview process meaningful for both parties.  Stuart kept me informed and provided valuable feedback throughout the entire process.  I would not hesitate in recommending Sport Executive.”

Experienced Senior Executive in Sport.

"Our experience with Stuart and the team was first class. They were engaged from the beginning of the process, thorough and always offered experienced counsel, support and guidance throughout. We will certainly be using Stuart and his team for further executive sport appointments and we recommend them highly."

CEO, Large Sporting Organisation

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