HIREground Executive Search, LLC

About Us

HIREground Executive Search
The Company

HIREground focuses on quality across the board and in a variety of industries; corporate, financial, gaming & entertainment, high tech, alternative energy, carbon finance, nonprofit and NGOs. We take the time to get to know your short-term and broad strategies to find the right match - it's about people, after all. And HIREground is plain and simple, ' a scary judge of talent.' As well, we keep our promises to get things done the way you've always imagined it could be.

From executive search and placement in a broad array of industries, to identifying equity and partnership opportunities, or creating executive teams for start-ups and new ventures; no ingenious solution is overlooked in creating "win-win" outcomes.

You can also count on our financial services subspecialty for: Private Wealth Management, Institutional Equity Sales, Equity Research, Private Banking, Investment Management, Portfolio Management, Investment Banking and Financial Services related companies. President Ben Shoham and HIREground have filled searches in many functional areas within Hedge Funds, FoF, Mutual Funds, Private Equity Firms, Investment Banks, Boutique Wealth Managers, Family Office's and Traditional Banks.

Advisory Council

Ben surrounds himself with a highly competent support network including a notable Advisory Council. Advisors supporting Ben and HIREground include:

Carol Zoner, SPHR, CCP Principal Compensation Manager Genentech
Susanne Lyons, Former Chief Marketing Officer of Visa & Charles Schwab

What Others are Saying
To learn best about us, please read what others are saying. We hope we have the opportunity to serve you so you can know us firsthand.

Patricia Shepard –Citigroup Private Bank
“I have had the pleasure of working with Ben for many years and in several capacities. As a recruiter doing work for my firm, Ben has done an excellent job surfacing and retaining attractive candidates. He has an innate ability to focus on the skills and attributes a hiring organization seeks for a specific role, and then dedicates himself to finding a solution for your needs. Particularly important is for Ben to understand what you need - and then think "outside the box" to identify tremendously valuable staff hires. Ben previously provided counsel to me in my own job search, and was equally impressive in his insight and his collaboration. His personal commitment to this business - be it for a hiring organization or a candidate - sets him apart.” July 11, 2007
Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Creative

Elizabeth Fisher, Consultant, Spencer Stuart
“I have recommended Ben to clients and prospects that have been interested in recruiting employees out of our specialty and he is always responsive and professional - I appreciate his knowledge of the Bay area market and his willingness to help out in any circumstance.” July 3, 2007

Chris Fehmel, HR Recruiter, Citigroup Private Bank
“Ben provided me with candidates that were on target and he was able to get them to me in a timely fashion. Ben is easy to work with and would be a person that I will work with again in the future.” June 25, 2007
Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, High Integrity

Clay Ernst, Portfolio Manager, Bingham, Osborne, Scarborough
“Ben has helped me with two different career opportunities over the years, both with amazing results. His knowledge of the industry, relationships with top executives, negotiating skills, and responsiveness are second to none. He has become a close personal friend of mine during this time, and one of the first people I will call with career decisions of this magnitude.” June 27, 2007
Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, High Integrity

Jack Sholl, SVP, Fidelity
“Ben is a very professional highly personable person who achieves results where others fail. He is a highly creative dealmaker who can create a "win-win" situation. I think Ben is one of the best in the executive recruitment business.” July 9, 2007
Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Creative

Claire McAuliffe, Partner, Hodge/Niederer/Cariani
“Ben is an outstanding business partner! He is a quick study, he has a broad network, he delivers, and he does it all with a great sense of humor and energy. Highly recommend Ben!” June 25, 2007

Leslie Cariani, Partner, Hodge / Niederer / Cariani
“I have great trust in Ben and have referred business to him, knowing it will be managed exceptionally well.” July 12, 2006