NO SPIN. JUST SMART SOLUTIONS.
Recruitment that works
Proactive leadership search & talent acquisition services that fit your business. Results guaranteed.
Fixed pricing
Clear, flexible, competitive and upfront pricing models that are designed to work for your business.
People that lift performance
Proactive solutions that deliver the best candidates that fit. So your team stays stronger, longer, business outcomes improve and turnover stays low.
Flexible solutions
Whether it’s a key leadership appointment or a professional recruitment solution at scale. We can meet your needs.
Experience backed up by smart systems
Unrivalled experience backed up by the latest sourcing, collaboration, tracking and assessment tools, making the process smooth and visible.
Takon is built for businesses that need to find the right leaders, professionals and specialists, that will ultimately accelerate growth and lift performance. If you are trying to optimise results and value working with an experienced, proactive talent partner that listens and delivers. That's where Takon comes in.
At Takon, we bring track-record and flexible solutions - built for NZ businesses
We specialise in executive & leadership search, and offer bespoke solutions for professional, specialist and technical roles.
Our leadership search & recruitment solutions are flexible, scalable, and built to plug into your team when you need them most.
"I have worked with Sean over many years, and more recently again with Takon. He has led several successful leadership & specialist searches for me across most disciplines including HR, Finance, Sales and Technology. Sean is understands business, is pragmatic, solutions focused, flexible and gets results. I would have no hesitation in recommending Takon to any business that is looking for an experienced and credible search partner"
– Chief Executive
– Chief Executive
What we do
We provide leadership search & professional recruitment support and expertise for NZ businesses.
Executive & Leadership Search
Tailored search solutions for senior leadership roles that drive your business forward. We deliver high-impact search services — without inflated executive search firm fees or timelines. Our proactive, research focused approach ensures you secure the best leadership talent, faster. From C-suite to senior functional roles, we combine deep expertise, precision sourcing, and cultural alignment to fuel your next stage of growth. Smart, strategic, and built for businesses like yours.
On-Demand Recruitment
Use us when you need us for professional, technical or specialist recruitment — flat fee, hourly, or flexible support. Takon’s On-Demand Recruitment service gives you expert hiring help when you need it — with hourly rate, fixed, or capped fee options. Whether it’s one role or a short-term hiring surge, we tailor our approach to fit your needs and budget. No surprises. No inflated fees. Just great hires, delivered flexibly. Recruit smarter, faster — on your terms.
Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO)
Let us handle your entire recruitment function, so you can focus on your business. Takon’s RPO service is designed for SMB's and delivers a seamless, embedded recruitment solution designed specifically for small to medium businesses. We act as an extension of your team — managing everything from sourcing to onboarding — so you can focus on growing your business. With flexible, scalable support and tech-driven efficiency, you get expert hiring power without the fixed overhead. Build a stronger team with Takon at your side.
Recruitment as a Service (RaaS)
Scalable subscription-based monthly or per role talent solutions to meet your growing needs. Takon’s RaaS model offers flexible, subscription-based recruitment — giving you access to professional hiring support across multiple roles without the hefty price tag. Augment recruitment capacity and capability with predictable monthly or pay as you go pricing, scalable delivery, and expert results mean you can grow your team faster, smarter, for far less and without fixed contracts. One plan. Endless possibilities.
Premium Job Search Support
Expert assistance and transition services to help leaders and aspiring leaders navigate their job search with confidence. Ready to stand out and get hired? Our Premium Job Search Support package is designed to boost your confidence and sharpen your edge with:
CV preparation tailored to today’s hiring standards
Interview coaching to help you shine under pressure
Mock interview practice with expert feedback
All bundled into a focused 3-hour preparation and coaching session tailored to your specific situation. Polish your skills. Land the role you deserve.
We make hiring easier for businesses across NZ
We work with businesses across New Zealand, and have recruited roles in most locations. If you value professionalism, client service, flexibility, transparency and results - we’re here for it.
Track-record recruiting:
C-suite and functional leadership roles
Accounting & Finance
Human Resources
Sales & Marketing
Operations, Procurement and Supply Chain
Professional Services (Legal, Finance, Engineering, Consulting)
Business Transformation, Change and Technology
“Sean's ability to understand demanding needs for senior sales & business development roles is unrivalled. He has placed several sales professionals with me, all who have proved to be successful commercially and culturally, demonstrating exceptional value to our business. I would have no hesitation in recommending Takon to any organisation that needs to create and grow high performing sales teams, from leaders to individual contributors"
– Commercial Director
Not your average approach
Do you want to work with a firm that is in your corner? That won't overpromise and underdeliver? That articulates and demonstrates value? That provides expert advice and partnering?
With 20 + years of search & recruitment experience in corporate recruitment agencies and start-ups, we’ve built a better way, one that’s more flexible and built around your goals.
Contact
Phone: +64 9 307 7830
Mobile: +64 21 712 891
Email: info@takon.co.nz
Auckland: 305/250 Kepa Road, Mission Bay
Wellington: Level 4, 88 The Terrace
