Profile

Kathleen is a Research Associate in Sheffield’s Executive Search and Selection team. Based in Wellington, Kathleen brings a background in academic publishing that gives her a genuine understanding of the scholarly environments from which many candidates emerge. She provides research, administrative support and project coordination across assignments. She helps to ensure a smooth and professional experience for clients and candidates throughout the search process.

Business Experience

Kathleen brings experience in academic publishing, editing and proofreading, project coordination, governance support and company secretarial work. Before joining Sheffield in 2023, she worked in roles covering service delivery, project coordination and governance administration. This background has strengthened her analytical capability, attention to detail and confidence working with complex information. 

Her experience in academic publishing and editing has developed a careful and methodical approach to written material. Her governance and secretarial work has reinforced the importance of accuracy, clear communication and well-structured documentation. Kathleen supports consultants by preparing research, reports and candidate information, and by contributing to the effective management of executive search and selection processes. 

She is known for her organised and thoughtful working style, strong communication skills and commitment to delivering high quality support. Outside of work, Kathleen enjoys reading and spending time with her children.