Led by Chartered Accountants.
Trusted by Boards.
At Darwin Hawkins Partners, we specialise in executive search and leadership advisory services for finance and professional services firms - delivering high-impact C-suite talent, strategic insight, and succession planning with precision and discretion.
Executive Search & Industry Positions
Full-cycle retained and contingent search for Corporate C-Suite positions such as CFOs, CEOs, CCOs, COOs, and Board-level roles.
Executive Search & Professional Services
Recruitment of Salaried and Equity Partners into Accountancy, Advisory, and Legal Firms.
Interim Executive Solutions
Access to experienced interim CFOs and C-suite leaders to provide immediate impact during periods of change, transition, or transformation.
Market Mapping & Talent Intelligence
Confidential research projects to benchmark executive talent, map competitor leadership structures, or identify future candidates in advance of formal hiring needs.
Niall O’Kelly FCA and Mark Baker FCA are the founding partners of DH Partners, bringing over 24 years of combined experience in executive search and finance leadership.
Both trained as Chartered Accountants, Niall with PwC and Mark with Deloitte, before moving into senior roles in investment, portfolio management, and talent advisory.
Their credibility stems from deep technical expertise, firsthand industry experience, and a long-standing presence within Ireland’s finance leadership community.
Known for their discretion, judgement, and high standards, Niall and Mark lead every assignment personally, partnering with boards, CEOs, and managing partners on strategically critical appointments across industry and professional services.
