Executive Search Services for Enterprise Leadership

Jennings Executive Search partners with organizations to recruit high-impact leaders across the enterprise — from Operations and Commercial roles to Strategy, HR, and beyond.

Our work spans every critical function that drives business performance, helping clients secure executives who lead with vision, precision, and results. Guided by deep industry experience and a rigorous search methodology, we deliver leaders who align teams, strengthen execution, and create long-term enterprise value.

Connecting Enterprise Leaders, Driving Business Growth

At Jennings Executive Search, we specialize in recruiting executives who strengthen leadership teams across every corner of the enterprise. Our placements span C-suite and senior roles in Operations, Finance, Commercial, HR, Strategy, Supply Chain, and Compliance, ensuring organizations secure leaders who thrive in high-stakes environments.

With extensive experience across portfolio companies, public corporations, and private enterprises, we understand the unique challenges of building leadership teams that can drive performance, professionalize organizations, and enable growth. From scaling mid-market businesses to supporting global enterprises, we connect clients with talent that transforms operations and culture.

Recent Placements

Director of Operations @ Fortune 200
Director PMO @ $24B Retail
COO @ $350M Healthcare Services
Director of Business Intelligence @ Fortune 200
VP of Product @ $24B Retail
Manager of Business Analytics @ $300M Tech
Director of HR @ $100M Manu./Dist.
CEO @ $35M Services
Director of HR Diligence @ $35B Advisory Co
Director of Sales Operations @ $500M Distributor
VP of Human Resources @ $100M Tech Co
Vice President of Risk @ $25B Financial Co
Director of Sales Analytics @ $1B Services Co
Chief Compliance Officer @ $50M Financial Co
Chief of Staff @ $50M Manufacturer
Director of Strategy @ $18B Manufacturer
Chief Operation Officer @ $200M Financial Co
VP of Human Resources @ $200M Distributor
Chief Commercial Officer @ $500M Manufacturer
Head of Sales @ $20M Manufacturer
Director of Operations @ Fortune 200
Director PMO @ $24B Retail
COO @ $350M Healthcare Services
Director of Business Intelligence @ Fortune 200
VP of Product @ $24B Retail
Manager of Business Analytics @ $300M Tech
Director of HR @ $100M Manu./Dist.
CEO @ $35M Services
Director of HR Diligence @ $35B Advisory Co
Director of Sales Operations @ $500M Distributor
VP of Human Resources @ $100M Tech Co
Vice President of Risk @ $25B Financial Co
Director of Sales Analytics @ $1B Services Co
Chief Compliance Officer @ $50M Financial Co
Chief of Staff @ $50M Manufacturer
Director of Strategy @ $18B Manufacturer
Chief Operation Officer @ $200M Financial Co
VP of Human Resources @ $200M Distributor
Chief Commercial Officer @ $500M Manufacturer
Head of Sales @ $20M Manufacturer

Connecting Enterprise Leaders, Driving Business Growth

Recruiting across the enterprise requires a disciplined and nuanced approach. Our methodology combines deep industry expertise, rigorous candidate evaluation, and cultural alignment to ensure each placement strengthens both performance and team cohesion.

By leveraging our extensive network and direct market access, we uncover top talent across diverse functions. We assess candidates not only for their technical expertise but also for leadership style, adaptability, and long-term potential. This holistic process enables us to deliver enterprise leaders who make an immediate and sustained impact.

Driving Growth and Value Creation Across the Enterprise

The right enterprise leader can reshape the direction of a company. From CEOs who set vision and strategy, to COOs who optimize operations, to Chief Commercial Officers who accelerate revenue growth, we place talent that creates measurable business impact. Our clients — from private equity firms and their portfolio companies to public and private enterprises — rely on us to deliver executives who accelerate growth, professionalize teams, and strengthen governance.

By aligning leadership talent with strategy and culture, Jennings enables organizations to achieve competitive advantage and long-term success.

A Tailored, Practitioner-led Executive Search Approach

Our Enterprise Leadership search methodology is guided by practical experience and a deep understanding of how organizations scale. Enterprise executives must unify teams, improve operational discipline, strengthen commercial performance, and drive strategic alignment — which requires evaluating candidates beyond functional expertise alone. Each engagement begins with a discovery session focused on your business model, organizational structure, culture, and near-term and long-term objectives, ensuring the search aligns with the leadership profile required for success.

We take a proactive approach to identifying senior leaders across operations, commercial, supply chain, strategy, and human resources. Instead of relying on job postings, we use targeted, research-driven outreach to engage high-performing executives who excel in complex, high-growth environments. Candidates undergo a structured evaluation process that examines leadership style, change-management capability, functional depth, and cross-functional influence through scenario-based questions, experience scoring, and practitioner-informed assessments. This disciplined, customized process consistently delivers enterprise leaders who elevate performance, strengthen organizational cohesion, and drive measurable, sustainable business impact.

Client Testimonials

Our past clients testify to our capabilities and partnership

“From the outset, they demonstrated deep market insight and a clear understanding of our strategic needs. Their consultative approach, responsiveness, and commitment to quality made the process efficient and successful.”

$500M PE-backed Manufacturer

“By the time a top-5 global search firm sent resumes, JES had already identified top candidates, facilitated interviews, and we’d extended an offer to our ideal hire.”

CFO, Mining Processor

“What sets them apart is efficiency without compromising quality—they truly understand our culture and needs.”

$20M PE-backed Manufacturer

“They represent our firm exceptionally, communicate our story effectively, and are professional, responsive, and a true pleasure to partner with.”

Director HR, Mid-Market Advisory Firm

“Jennings was a true partner—taking the time to understand our needs, filling in the blanks, quickly delivering high-quality candidates, and staying engaged throughout the process.”

Operating Partner, Mid-Market PE

“The JES team is highly knowledgeable in our space and consistently delivers top talent.”

Director, Talent Acquisition – Boutique Advisory Firm
Midwest-Consulting
10
days to first candidate slate delivery
85%
of first candidate slates receive an offer
hires thrive beyond 1 year mark
98%
of hires thrive beyond 1 year mark

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