Coughlin Search

Coughlin Search is a leading national executive search firm specialising in precision recruitment for private equity backed, growth-oriented companies that require a search partner capable of delivering top talent with speed and accuracy. The firm operates on a philosophy of efficiency and relationship-building, rejecting verbose presentations in favour of direct, candid conversations with clients. Founded by Christina Coughlin, who brings authentic expertise from her years in the boardrooms of Bain Capital, McKinsey and Company, and Goldman Sachs, the firm combines deep industry knowledge with an understanding of critical hiring discussions and talent retention strategies across organisations of all sizes.

Coughlin Search specialises in executive recruitment across finance, food and beverage, quick-service restaurants, healthcare, industrial automation, manufacturing, retail, and technology and SaaS sectors. The firm places candidates at director level through to C-suite positions, with particular strength in identifying leadership talent that aligns with organisational culture and long-term strategic goals. Christina personally meets every candidate presented to clients, ensuring thorough vetting and genuine compatibility between candidate strengths and company requirements.

Based in Boston, Coughlin Search operates as a tact-driven, confidentiality-focused search practice built entirely on repeat clients and referrals. The firm's competitive advantage lies in its well-connected network, aggressive pursuit of candidates, and availability for ongoing consultation throughout the search process. Clients choose Coughlin Search for its gritty perseverance, cultural awareness, and commitment to understanding the human element of recruitment, combined with the data-driven insights that come from working within world-class organisations.