JMES (Jon Michel Executive Search)

JMES has specialised in Executive Search within Australia, operating from our Sydney office. Our dedicated team delivers tailored recruitment solutions across Banking & Financial Services, Investment & Asset Management, and Consulting & Advisory. We focus on identifying and securing high-calibre leadership talent, ensuring optimal alignment with our clients’ strategic objectives.

Jon Michel Executive Search (JMES) is a specialist executive search and selection firm based in Sydney, Australia, with an additional office in Melbourne. Founded in 1997, JMES focuses on tailored recruitment services for the financial, professional services, and corporate sectors, particularly in investment banking and related industries.

With over 25 years of industry experience, JMES offers comprehensive executive search services supported by a strong in-house research capability and a proprietary database. This allows them to conduct detailed market mapping and targeted candidate sourcing. Their client base includes commercial banks, investment banks, fund managers, insurance companies, and select blue-chip corporates. JMES emphasizes building long-term relationships with clients and has a successful track record in investment and institutional banking, financial markets, and funds management.

The firm specializes in funds management, banking and advisory, and executive management. JMES has expanded its global reach through a partnership with Jackson Lucas, a US-based executive search firm, enabling them to provide talent solutions across North America, Australia, and Asia.