What is Richard Lloyd Executive Recruitment?

Richard Lloyd Executive Recruitment is a Sydney-based specialist firm (est. 2008) that places C-suite and senior finance leaders — including CFOs, Finance Directors, Heads of Finance, and General Managers

Executive Roles We Recruit

CFO
Finance Director
Head of Finance
General Manager
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Do you need executive recruitment?

If any of the below apply, we should talk.

Executive search is the right fit when...
  • ✓You're hiring a CFO, Finance Director, Head of Finance or General Manager
  • ✓The hire is board-critical or requires strict confidentiality
  • ✓You need to reach passive candidates — not just those actively looking

Get in touch

For confidential CFO and senior finance hiring enquiries in Sydney, share a few details and a senior consultant will respond. Prefer to talk first? Call (02) 8324 5640.

Speak with an executive recruiter → Looking for a role? →

What we do

Richard Lloyd Executive Recruitment specialise in identifying, headhunting, engaging, and securing C-Suite finance talent for senior leadership roles across Sydney. Our client base is made up of predominantly SMEs ranging from $10–$300m turnover.

I first got in touch with Richard Lloyd when I transferred to Sydney from the UK and needed help to find a key senior finance person for my team. It was very clear from the outset that Richard Lloyd was open, fair and trustworthy. They were extremely competent, demonstrating a deep understanding of the market as well as how an efficient recruitment process should be conducted. They also took the time to truly understand the role, team and culture to ensure any candidates they put forward were a great fit.

Rory L — Country Manager APAC, Medical Technology

Hear what our clients say about us

We have been recruiting C-Suite finance professionals since 2008, building long-term partnerships and deep networks across Sydney.

With 150+ years of combined recruitment experience, our team connects you with the right leadership talent — efficiently and confidently.

Why work with Richard Lloyd

What sets our executive search apart in Sydney.

Define Before We Search

We align on role scope, leadership expectations, and cultural fit before approaching the market — so every candidate we present is right, not just available.

Access the Hidden Market

We don't post and pray. Our network and direct headhunting approach uncover high-performing leaders who aren't actively looking — and won't respond to an ad.

Discreet, Controlled & Fast

Confidential outreach protects your brand while we move quickly — delivering a tight, relevant shortlist without dragging timelines or compromising on quality.

Senior-Led, Start to Finish

You deal with experienced consultants throughout — no handover mid-process. Clear communication, consistent updates, and real market intelligence along the way.

Our executive recruitment process

A structured approach designed to reduce risk and secure the right leadership fit.

  • 1 In-depth briefing and stakeholder alignment
  • 2 Role definition, structure and EVP clarity
  • 3 Market mapping and target identification
  • 4 Direct approach and candidate engagement
  • 5 Screening and leadership assessment
  • 6 Shortlist presentation and insights
  • 7 Interview coordination and feedback loops
  • 8 Reference and background checks
  • 9 Offer management and negotiation
  • 10 Post-placement follow-up and support
Speak with an executive recruiter → Find an executive →

Our Highlights

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A team with 150+ years of combined experience

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4.9 star rating on Google & Trustpilot

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860+ Accounting vacancies worked on p.a.

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Carbon Offset Organisation

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Proprietary Video Profile App

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Members of the RCSA & NPA recruitment bodies

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Our team of accounting recruitment specialists

Geoff Richard Balmer, Founding Director and accounting recruitment specialist with 25+ years’ experience, based in Sydney and known for delivering career and interview training to finance professionals  
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Founding Director

David Lloyd Landau, Founding Director with over two decades of experience in accounting recruitment, co-founder of Richard Lloyd with a focus on quality and candidate experience, based in Sydney and originally from London  
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Founding Director

Kent Maxwell, Senior Manager at Richard Lloyd, specialist in accounting recruitment based in Sydney, with global experience and a passion for connecting finance professionals with the right opportunities people, travel, and world affairs  
Kent Maxwell

Senior Manager

Louise Philippou, Senior Recruitment Partner at Richard Lloyd, specialising in accounting and finance recruitment with 8+ years of industry experience, originally from London and now based in Sydney  
Louise Philippou

Senior Recruitment Partner

Adele Sycamore, Senior Manager at Richard Lloyd and expert in accounting and finance recruitment with over 20 years’ experience, based in Sydney and originally from Rotorua, New Zealand  
Adele Sycamore

Associate Director

Why Clients Trust Us

Why Clients Trust Us

Mark Abay
Mark Abay, MD — Ashton Media

"… went above and beyond, using their referral network to find me the right person. Many years later, I still work with the hire they found for me."

Rory Lewis
Rory Lewis, FD (APAC) / Country Manager

"… extremely competent, demonstrating a deep understanding of the market as well as how an efficient recruitment process should be conducted. They took the time to truly understand the role…"

Jonathan Benjamin
Jonathan Benjamin, CFO

"I have worked with Richard Lloyd since they opened for business and still today they outperform the market. Their level of care and professional manner make them stand out."

John Bradley
John Bradley — FD

"… passionate about wanting to find the right candidate for my business. It was more like a partnership than a transaction."

Peter Manchester
Peter Manchester — GM Corp Svs

"… see it as a partnership. They make sure they understand your goals and what you are trying to achieve…"

Theo Theodore
Theo Theodore — CFO

"What sets them apart from anyone else is not just about candidates, it's about the partnerships that they create."