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Work&Partners LLC is a retained executive search firm that recruits senior-level executives for the world’s top management and technology consulting organizations, hi-tech firms and corporations on a global basis. Work&Partners combines this core competency with a strong focus and a proven record of success in placing C-level talent.

With founding partner Alan J. Work at the forefront, the firm leverages a solid reputation earned over three decades in retained search. A top-notch team of retained search consultants, researchers and support personnel that have built an extensive network of global contacts in the Financial Services and Fortune 500 arena, provide a considerable advantage in identifying potential candidates and referrals resulting in a solid track record of success in serving its clients.

Alan launched Work&Partners in 2002 building on his then 20 plus years as a leader in the retained executive search business. In focusing on the development of C-level teams, the Work&Partners team has filled roles at the Managing Director, Partner, Vice President and President levels. Our expertise spans a range of industries and includes deep knowledge of the management consulting, technology consulting and financial services sectors. Work&Partners has placed candidates in the Big Four, both public and private companies, professional services organizations, and venture-backed entities.

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Work&Partners LLC is dedicated to providing retained executive search services that
respond quickly to the need to fill key roles critical to our clients’ success.

Solutions And Expertise

Work&Partners LLC is a retained executive search firm that recruits senior-level executives for the world’s top management and technology consulting organizations, hi-tech firms and corporations on a global basis. Work&Partners combines this core competency with a strong focus and a proven record of success in the demanding M&A Due Diligence, TAS and Corporate Finance consulting environments.

Solutions
  • Advisory Services
  • Data Analy./Mrkt. Intell.
  • Mgmt. Consulting
Industries
  • Advertising/Marketing
  • Asset Management
  • Cloud Based
  • Communications
  • Consulting
  • Cybersecurity
  • Data & Analytics
  • Family Offices
  • Financial Services
  • FinTech
  • FinTech
  • Healthcare Services
  • High Tech
  • Industrial
  • Insurance
  • Internet
  • Investment Banking
  • Legal/Compliance
  • Life Sci./Healthcare
  • Mobile
  • Natural Resources
  • Oil & Gas
  • Payments/Processes
  • Private Equity
  • Professional Services
  • Software
  • Supply Chain
  • Technology
  • Utilities
  • Venture Capital
  • Wealth Management
Functions
  • Business Development
  • CEO/President
  • Data/Analytics
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Finance/Accounting
  • General Management
  • GM/Operations
  • Human Resources
  • Information/Digital
  • Investor Relations
  • Legal/Compliance
  • Marketing & Sales
  • Risk Management
  • Supply Chain

News Briefings

Work&Partners Recruits Chief Product Officer for Toppan Merrill

New York-based Work&Partners has placed Jonathan Chu as chief product officer of Toppan Merrill. The search firm was seeking executives with demonstrated success in taking products from discovery to execution, producing measurable business value as well as a track record of success in driving culture change and mind-set shifts. Mr. Chu fit the bill. He was

Work&Partners Seeks Chief Product Officer for Toppan Merrill

New York-based Work&Partners has been selected by Toppan Merrill to lead in its search for a chief product officer. Founder and president Alan Work is leading the assignment. The chief product officer will join the company’s executive leadership team and will report to the president. The executive in this role will be expected to reimagine the

Work&Partners Recruits Chief Claims Officer for AIG Japan

New York-based Work&Partners has recruited Farhad Farshad as chief claims officer for AIG Japan. Founder and president Alan Work led the assignment. “Farhad brought a unique blend of the business side of the insurance world, coupled with his consulting experience and transformation background to this opportunity,” said Mr. Work. “In addition, being fluent in three languages

Work&Partners Recruits Chief Technology Officer for Toppan Merrill

New York-based Work&Partners has recruited Beau Mersereau as the new chief technology officer for Toppan Merrill. Founder and president Alan Work led the assignment. Mr. Mersereau was formerly at Fish & Richardson P.C. During his 21-plus years with the company, he served as chief technology officer, leading the legal technology solutions group. Prior to that, he was

Press Releases

Work&Partners Recruits Chief Product Officer for Toppan Merrill

Mt. Kisco, New York, November 29, 2023 – New York based Work&Partners LLC announces the recruitment of Jonathan Chu as Chief Product Officer (CPO) for Toppan Merrill.  Our client is the best-in-class partner for complex, secure communications. A company that is trusted, responsive, expert and human, they deliver premier technology-driven solutions to communicate mission critical

Work&Partners Retained to Recruit a Chief Product Officer for Toppan Merrill

Mt. Kisco, New York, August 14, 2023 – New York based Work&Partners LLC has been retained to recruit a chief product officer (CPO) for Toppan Merrill.  Toppan Merrill is the best-in-class partner for complex, secure communications. A company that is trusted, responsive, expert and human, Toppan Merrill delivers premier technology-driven solutions to communicate mission critical

Work&Partners Retained to Recruit a Chief Technology Officer for Toppan Merrill

(Jan. 17, 2022) New York based Work&Partners LLC has been retained to recruit a Chief Technology Officer for Toppan Merrill. Our client is the best-in-class partner for complex, secure communications. A company that is trusted, responsive, expert and human, our client delivers premier technology-driven solutions to more efficiently and accurately communicate mission critical content. Built

Work&Partners Retained to Recruit a Director for Centri Business Consulting

(Oct. 18, 2021) New York based Work&Partners LLC has been retained to recruit a Financial Reporting Director for Centri Business Consulting.  Centri specializes in financial reporting, internal controls, valuation services, technical accounting research and strategic transaction and accounting advisory services for companies of various sizes and industries.  They are dedicated to providing the highest quality

Work&Partners Retained to Recruit a Vice President for Pariveda Solutions, Inc.

(Oct. 20, 2021) New York based Work&Partners LLC has been retained to recruit a New York Managing Vice President for Pariveda Solutions, Inc.  Our client is a leading management consulting firm specializing in improving their clients’ performance with strategic services and information technology solutions. They serve clients ranging from Fortune 100 to Global 2000 to