As recruitment becomes increasingly automated,
we are choosing to become increasingly
human.

Executive Search and Recruitment Specialists in General Management | Sales | Operations | Marketing. Partnering with Private Equity, Listed and Privately owned businesses across Australia.

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THE MARKET IS CHANGING

Technology is changing how we find talent.

Recruitment is moving faster, with more of the process shaped by technology and automation.

But when it comes to choosing the right person, there’s still no substitute for understanding people.

WHAT WE BELIEVE

People are more than just their CV.

At Costello Executive, we look beyond experience to understand what motivates people, their leadership style and where they’ll thrive.

Because the right fit is about more than what’s on paper.

WHAT SEARCH AT COSTELLO EXECUTIVE LOOKS LIKE

Four commitments on every search

01
We listen

We take the time to understand what a business really needs, not just what’s written in the role description.

02
We know people

Our relationships go beyond databases and applications. We know the people and markets we work with.

03
We use judgment

Technology helps us find possibilities. Experience helps us know which ones are worth exploring.

04
We stay involved

Our role doesn’t end with an introduction. We stay involved with both the client and candidate throughout the process.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Where we specialise

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MEET THE FOUNDERS

PATRICK COSTELLO
Founder and Managing Director

ALEXIS COSTELLO
Principal Consultant

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