Conducting an Executive Search for a Principal with a demonstrated ability to strengthen the school’s foundations to develop and grow the school with a learning culture
The Brief
Building on an existing strong relationship with Future Leadership™ the College once again approached Liz Jones to support the appointment of a new Principal. With the impending retirement of the incumbent, the College sought to appoint an inspirational and forward thinking. educational leader.
With the school due to celebrate its 50th year in 2024 the Board highlighted the need to appoint an individual who demonstrated an ability to strengthen the school’s foundations to develop and grow the school with a learning culture. Other key aspects of the position identified included promoting strong enrolments, financial stability, wellbeing, a growth in philanthropy and delivery of a Master Plan.
Candidate net Promote Score
Future Leadership combines truly personalised relationships with innovative technology solutions to ensure an approachable and efficient process for all our Net Promoter Score across clients, successful candidates and unsuccessful candidates is well above industry standard.
Candidates supported every year
We maintain genuine relationships with past candidates and continue to support them with leadership solutions long term, after they land their role.
Senior Women Appointed since 2002
Over half of the executive search assignments undertaken by our team have resulted in the appointment of outstanding female or LGBTQI+ leaders to high profile roles.
Candidate Retention Rate for 12 months since 2002
Our thorough briefing process and ability to engage passive candidates mean that we go to great lengths to find the right person for the role – long term!
The Process
Whilst the Future Leadership team held an existing understanding of the College, a detailed in person briefing was undertaken with the Board Chair and members of the Selection Committee in order to develop a strong understanding of the Board’s desired outcome and profile of the successful candidate.
A full timeline for the search was confirmed and provided to the Selection Committee post the briefing, including milestones for long list discussion, panel interviews psychometric assessment and referencing of the preferred candidate.
Liz Jones led every aspect of the search and maintained regular contact with the Board Chair, allowing for calibration of candidates during the search phase and exchange of information at all key points in the process. Future Leadership supported the first round of interviews in our office and coordinated three candidates for second round interviews on site at the College. This process included a presentation by the candidates, a School Tour and social engagement with key staff.
Emerging Capabilities
Strategy and Purpose
Develops and leads strategy for the function/organisation, taking a broad and long-term perspective. Communicates and gains buy-in to organisational goals and vision, promoting change initiatives.
Culture and Engagement
Fosters a positive culture, creating a sense of belonging and inclusiveness. Creates an environment that encourages diverse perspectives and facilitates a psychologically safe environment.
Governance and Compliance
Establishes, champions, and measures the effectiveness of an organisation’s regulatory and reporting systems. Identifies and evaluates risks and develops strategies to mitigate risk.
Stakeholder Relations
Establishes rapport with stakeholders, builds and sustains trusted and collaborative relationships. Identifies and draws on relevant and diverse perspectives and integrates them to support productive interactions.
Communication and Influence
Communicates with clarity and impact to facilitate individual and collective understanding, inspire action and enable information exchange. Leverages human-centric communication and storytelling to effectively influence stakeholders across the physical and virtual realms.
The Outcome
Following full 360-degree reference checking, the successful candidate was confirmed. With 16 years senior educational leadership, the appointee impressed the panel with his energetic and innovative style along with his ability to build strong relationships, implement new programmes and motivate and challenge performance through leading by example.
