Executive Search
We have extensive experience with complex natural resources and industrial projects across undeveloped, emerging and developed regions. Our reputation for quality, reliability and due diligence is largely maintained by rigorous candidate testing. We can use a full suite of accredited assessment tools to determine technical, emotional and intellectual capacity as well as suitability to organizational culture.
In addition to a large internal database of highly qualified candidates, our network is the who’s who of the international natural resources and industrial sectors. Should we not already know the best person(s) for a vacancy, our network or our Global Research Team will identify them.
Swann Global adopts a collaborative approach to search that matches the strategic, financial and operational features of our client’s culture. Our proactive approaches include ‘talent watch’ and ‘pipeline’ techniques to identify, track and deliver talented individuals as needed.
Case Study – International Diversity
This client, one of the world’s largest miners, planned to increase the global mix and experience of employees. The project utilised Swann’s global network and researchers in several offices to identify candidates from a wide range of countries, with more readily available and in some cases lower cost supplies. This project tapped sources of talent far beyond traditional locations.Case Study – Targeted Skill Set
The client, a household name sought a highly specialised skill set of which there are only a handful of people with the background to perform at the highest level. Swann contacted every person in the world performing that role; all conservative people, not prone to changing companies. The search not only found the right person and secured their skills for our client but the candidate has risen to be recognised as the world leader in the field.Case Study – Pipeline Supply
Swann specialises in the mining and metals sectors and has long term preferred partnerships with a number of major mining companies. Our partnership developed in some cases over many years has enabled Swann to build a deep knowledge of the client’s culture, values and future needs to staff operations in their traditional markets as well as new and emerging opportunities on “a just in time” basis. No other firm has this commitment to the industry, seamless global reach or capability to deliver talent as needed.
Case Study – Screening
A front runner CEO candidate’s executive credentials were impeccable, the referees very impressive and with outstanding academic qualifications. However, Swann's screening uncovered a career built on false academic records that ultimately led to criminal charges against the individual. More particularly, our client was saved exposure from a much larger crisis had this emerged after the appointment.Our Consultants
John MurrayGroup Managing Director
Melbourne, Australia
Peter ArkellManaging Director, Asia
Shanghai, China
Michelle Gou BA (Accounting) (Hon)Operations Manager, Greater China & Head of Research
Hong Kong, China
Richard Handke BSc (Hons), FGS, CGeolManaging Director, Europe/UK
London, United Kingdom
Tim LongesGeneral Manager
Melbourne, Australia
Lorraine MeldrumExecutive Director, Global Clients
Melbourne, Australia
Phillip Mo BA (Bus Admin) (Hon), MSc (HRM)Associate Director
Beijing, China
Renato Monteiro B.Eng (Civil), MBA, MIEAust, PMPAssociate Director
Melbourne, Australia
Mary Murray BA, MA, Post Grad Dip (HRM)Associate Director
Toronto, Canada
Dan Pearson BA, Post Grad Dip (HRM)Senior Consultant
Toronto, Canada
Paul Pittman FAASwann Consulting
Toronto, Canada
Shelly Shi BA(English)Senior Consultant
Shanghai, China
David Tynan GCert (Pol. Sci.) BSc (BioMed)Regional Director – Middle East and North Africa (MENA)
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Maryke Wylde BA （Languages)General Manager Client Services, Australia
Melbourne, Australia
Zhang Jing BEco, BA (Law), MSC (HRM)Senior Consultant
Shanghai, China- Monisha Rahemtulla B.Bus AdminCompensation Consultant
Executive Search, 
Mao BangZhuo BEngSenior Advisor
Beijing, China
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“Talent Retention Strategies from a North American Perspective”.14.12.2009
Swann held an informal breakfast on Monday 26th October 2009. Paul Pittman gave a discussion on “Talent Retention Strategies from a North American Perspective”. Click on the PDF symbol to download this presentation. Read More
Oriental Mining Club – Inaugural Dinner Speech Address by Clinton Dines04.11.2009
"I am very fortunate in having arrived in China over 30 years ago and I’ve been privileged in that time to have been able both observe and, in a very small way, participate in the momentous changes that have taken place and which continue to this day, even accelerating perhaps..."Read More
Mr Don Argus - Chairman, BHP Billiton22.10.2009
Melbourne Mining Club
Mr Don Argus - Chairman, BHP Billiton
22nd October 2009
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