Executive Technology Search.
Technology-critical executive search for Private Equity and complex structured organisations.
At Jacob Thomas Executive, we specialise in technology‑critical executive mandates — placing transformative CIO, CTO, CISO, CDO, CAIO and Transformation leaders into Private Equity firms, portfolio companies and complex structured organisations. Our focus is singular: delivering technology leadership that enables organisations to scale, innovate and unlock value.
Led by a Managing Partner with over 20 years in Australia’s technology executive search market, we bring deep sector insight, strategic advisory capability and access to an elite network of C‑suite talent. From enterprise technology to cybersecurity, AI, data and digital transformation, we deliver leadership that drives measurable organisational impact.
In moments of transition, growth, repositioning or preparing for exit, Jacob Thomas Executive ensures your technology leadership is precisely aligned to strategic and investor outcomes.
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Jacob Thomas Executive acts as a strategic advisor to Private Equity firms, portfolio companies and complex structured organisations, supporting value creation across the investment lifecycle — from acquisition and transformation through to exit.
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We understand that successful placements hinge on more than technical capability. We assess alignment with your firm’s pace, culture, and strategic vision. With deep roots in the Australian market and a global perspective, our placements consistently deliver long-term impact and low attrition.
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Our reputation allows us to engage with the top 5% of technology leaders—those not actively seeking roles but open to transformational opportunities. We bring these executives to the table before they appear on your competitors’ radar.
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From Operational Support to Value Creation
Private Equity firms, portfolio companies, and complex structured organisations are increasingly relying on technology‑critical leadership to unlock value, resilience and innovation. Today’s most effective executives drive digital transformation, cyber uplift, data‑led decision making and enterprise modernisation.
At the same time, top‑tier technology leaders now view these environments — particularly Private Equity — as career pinnacles, drawn by the opportunity for rapid impact, strategic influence and high‑stakes transformation mandates.
“Leadership that drives value creation, resilience and transformation.”
— George Kauye
Founder & Managing Partner
