Learn about the mission, vision, and purpose behind CPO Search.
Our purpose
We exist to connect visionary organisations with exceptional Chief People Officers who drive transformation, performance and cultural impact.
Our purpose is to deliver high-trust, high-impact executive HR search – combining the rigour of global search firms with the agility and precision of a true specialist.
Our Vision
To redefine what great looks like in CPO executive search – through trust, precision, and enduring results.
Our Mission
To deliver exceptional CPO hires through strategic search, trusted networks and human-centred service.
What we do
We specialise exclusively in recruiting Chief People Officers. Our niche focus allows us to operate with clarity, speed and precision across a competitive executive market.
For Candidates
We work with senior HR leaders ready to elevate into their next CPO role. From emerging to established leaders, we support tailored career navigation.
For Clients
We partner with organisations ready to scale, evolve or transform through strategic HR leadership. We help you hire the CPO who matches your stage, ambition and complexity.
Sarah Bolitho
Founder & Director
Sarah is an accomplished executive recruiter with 15 years of experience leading specialist firms in Australia and the US. She focuses exclusively on Chief People Officer recruitment, partnering with Boards, CEOs and leadership teams across high-growth and enterprise businesses.
Having built and scaled recruitment businesses herself, Sarah brings a sharp understanding of what makes a People & Culture leader commercially effective. Her credibility stems from both her track record in executive search and her deep, long-standing relationships within the HR community. Known for her transparent style and strategic lens, she delivers local and international search outcomes designed for long-term success.
Connect with us
Ready to find the right CPO for your organisation? Or planning your next executive move? Let’s start a conversation.
