Selective partnerships. Enduring impact.
We advise a small number of executive search and human capital firms, building long-term strategies that drive profitability. We deliver high-impact executive talent through tailored search and strategic advisory. With over 20 years of sector insight, our focus is clear: your growth, your clients, your future.
Executive Search and Leadership Advisors.
The Doria Partnership, in association with Lilley & Co, partners with clients to identify and develop leadership talent driving long‑term growth and deeper engagement.
Empowering Leadership. Enabling Growth.
We partner with executive search firms and boardroom advisory boutiques to help build stronger teams and drive long-term success.
Executive Search, Leadership & Talent
Exceptional at recruiting for others, many firms find hiring for themselves surprisingly tough. That’s where we come in. We apply the same rigour and industry insight to your internal hiring as you do for your clients—delivering standout candidates and managing the process end-to-end. As growth partners at the senior level, we help you secure Practice Leaders, Partners, and Heads of Business with proven impact.
Global Reach
With over two decades in executive search across diverse regions, we bring not just global perspective—but cultural fluency. Our work spans the UK, EMEA, the US, and Asia Pacific, guided by deep local understanding and trusted relationships. By collaborating with on-the-ground associates, we offer clients insight and access in each market.
Enduring Client Partnerships
We’re long-term collaborators working quietly behind the scenes to help our clients grow. Retained over multiple years, we adapt strategy as markets shift – bringing continuity, discretion, and results where it matters most.
Your Executive Search Experts.
Partnering to identify and develop visionary leaders.
Growth & Exit Strategy
With over 20 successful acquisitions and mergers across North America, EMEA, and Asia Pacific, we help firms grow, evolve, or exit with confidence. Our advice is discreet, impartial, and shaped by deep experience and trusted relationships.
Building Global Platforms
Our work has led to new offices in key markets worldwide—from New York to Tokyo. We’re especially focused on creating hybrid human capital firms that blend disciplines to deliver smarter client solutions.
Strategic Advisory
For search and leadership advisory firms we assist with refining compensation, equity, and retention strategies to strengthen your business from within.
Talent Practice Evolution
For corporate clients, we focus on growth and hiring for internal talent teams from the executive search sector. We can also advise on the composition of your search provider preferred supplier list (PSL) on a national, regional or global basis.
Let’s start the conversation.
From strategic partnerships to confidential counsel—we’re ready when you are.