Because the Journey Matters as Much as the Outcome.

Executive search is often judged only by outcome — was the role filled, was the appointment successful. We believe how a search is conducted matters just as much as the result.

With more than 15,000 candidate interviews behind us and a 100% campaign completion rate, our track record speaks for itself. But what clients and candidates consistently tell us is that a search with Peter William Partners is the most engaging — and genuinely enjoyable — process they've experienced. That feedback, more than any statistic, is what we build our reputation on.

15,000+

Candidate interviews

100%

Campaign completion rate

39

Years of search expertise

““The most thorough and professional search process I’ve experienced — a true partnership approach, with insightful advice and dedication to a shared outcome.””
— CEO, State Government Agency

Success Stories.

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    Kirsty Robertson / Chief Operations Officer

    Life Saving Victoria

    As the new Chief Operations Officer for Life Saving Victoria, Kirsty bring over 25 years of leadership experience in disaster response and the non-profit sector. Kirsty’s distinguished career has seen her lead global crisis initiatives and manage high-impact programs across a range of complex environments.

    In her new role at LSV, Kirsty will focus on enhancing water safety and community resilience across Victoria. By leveraging her skills and expertise, she will lead the operational and strategic efforts to improve emergency response capabilities and ensure LSV continues to deliver excellence in community safety and rescue services.

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    Mevan Jayawardena / Executive Director Engagement & Experience

    OzChild

    Mevan joins the senior leadership team at OzChild as the Executive Director Engagement & Experience. Prior to OzChild, Mevan led transformational programs centred around organisational strategy, communications and business development, including government funding strategies, social enterprise development and digital enablement.

    Mevan leads the Brand, Marketing & Communications, Business Development, Philanthropy and Fundraising functions to maximise the promotion of OzChild. He provides meaningful insight to strengthen new and long-term strategic partnerships across government, sector, research and advocacy.

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    Laura Lo-Bianco Smith / Executive Director

    Dept of Jobs, Skills, Industry & Regions

    Laura joins DJSIR as the inaugural Executive Director, Adult, Community and Further Education, Higher Education and Workforce. Laura brings insightful leadership and multi-jurisdictional expertise spanning two decades in Health, Emergency Management, Indigenous Affairs and Transport. 

    In her new role at DJSIR Laura leads the development of practical linkages between pre-accredited learning, higher education and pathways to workforce. Her team are designing and implementing comprehensive workforce skill responses to address current and emerging workforce needs, supporting a pipeline of skilled workers in government priority industries.

Our Expertise.

We've built particular depth in public sector appointments spanning corporate services, technology, finance, strategy and emergency services leadership. Alongside this, we deliver senior appointments across the private and not-for-profit sectors.

  • We've delivered Executive Director and Deputy Secretary Corporate Services appointments across Victorian Government departments, statutory authorities and local government, including the Department of Justice & Community Safety, Department of Premier & Cabinet / Service Victoria, Environment Protection Authority, Wyndham City Council and state emergency services agencies.

  • Emergency services is one of our deepest areas of expertise. We've delivered Commissioner, Deputy Commissioner, Chief Officer and senior leadership appointments for CFA Victoria, Triple Zero Victoria, Fire Rescue Victoria, Life Saving Victoria, Victoria Police and Bushfire Recovery Victoria.

  • Beyond government, we've delivered Chief Executive Officer and senior leadership appointments across the private and not-for-profit sectors including Oxfam Australia, OzChild, Westpac, ANZ, NAB, ME Bank, UBS Wealth Management, JBWere, GMHBA Health Insurance, Sennheiser and Telstra.

  • We've delivered Chief Information Officer and senior technology leadership appointments across the Department of Premier & Cabinet / Service Victoria, Public Transport Victoria, Environment Protection Authority and state emergency services agencies.

  • Our Finance, Risk & Governance appointments include Chief Financial Officer, Chief Risk Officer and Director-level roles across the Department of Premier & Cabinet, Department of Jobs, Skills Industry and Regions, Department of Justice & Community Safety, Parks Victoria, GORCAPA, Australian Grand Prix Corporation, Public Transport Victoria, and state emergency services agencies.

  • Our People & Culture appointments span Chief People & Culture Officer, Executive Director and Director-level roles across the Department of Education, Department of Premier & Cabinet, Department of Health, City of Melbourne, GORCAPA, and state emergency services agencies.

  • We've placed Chief Strategy Officer, Executive Director and Director-level strategy appointments across the Department of Economic Development, Jobs, Transport & Resources, Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action, Department of Jobs, Skills Industry and Regions, Department of Education, Glen Eira City Council and state emergency services agencies.

  • We've placed Executive Director, Director and Principal-level appointments in property, infrastructure and major projects across the Department of Transport, Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action, Westgate Tunnel Project, Court Services Victoria, GORCAPA, Parks Victoria and state emergency services agencies.

  • We've delivered General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel and other senior integrity and regulatory appointments across the Department of Premier & Cabinet, Department of Justice & Community Safety, Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action, Public Transport Victoria, Victorian Building Authority, Environment Protection Authority and state emergency services agencies.

  • Our Communications & Public Affairs appointments include Executive Director and Director-level roles across Department of Premier & Cabinet, Department of Justice & Community Safety, VicRoads, City of Melbourne, Victorian Building Authority, Australian Grand Prix Corporation and state emergency services agencies.

Our Partnerships.