Christopher Stephen

CS Executive Group is an Australian-owned executive search and senior recruitment firm specialising in executive, SES and statutory appointments across the public and private sectors. Established by the founder of ChemSkill, CS Executive Group was created to extend deep sector expertise into executive search, senior leadership appointments and complex, confidential recruitment assignments, including within government agencies, statutory authorities and regulated environments. We work closely with boards, senior executives and government stakeholders to deliver high-quality recruitment outcomes, supported by sound process, discretion and a strong understanding of governance, legislative frameworks and operating environments. CS Executive Group specialises in: - Executive, SES and senior statutory appointments - Executive and senior contract appointments - Public and private sector recruitment, including government agencies and statutory authorities - Confidential, sensitive and complex search assignments - National and international Executive Search - Regulated and compliance-critical environments - Scientific, technical and industry-specific leadership roles Our work spans environments where leadership capability, judgement, probity and risk awareness are critical. At CS Executive Group, we operate as trusted advisers and search partners. Our consultants take the time to understand organisational context, governance requirements, stakeholder dynamics and operating constraints before recommending and executing the most appropriate recruitment approach. We place a strong emphasis on disciplined process, confidentiality, defensible decision-making and cultural alignment — particularly in environments subject to public scrutiny or regulatory oversight. With 37+ years’ experience across the broader business, CS Executive Group supports organisations Australia-wide. We are on various government recruitment panels including People Panel Phase 1 & Phase 2.