
Why join Tribe?
We're always on the look out for Consultants across all disciplines and Talent Managers. Get in touch at workforus@tribegroup.com today for a confidential chat.
High-performance environment - unstoppable attitude, we're not afraid of hard Mahi
Best in class tech and enablement - work smarter, not harder
Award-winning content and brand cut through
Highly experienced, supportive, collaborative, inclusive Leadership Team
An obsession with service and creating daylight between Tribe and our competitors
Our tribe say we're a great place to work - flexible, fun, caring, successful and we have 5 'boomerangs' - that says something, right?!
100% of our tribe say Tribe believes and genuinely cares about their wellbeing
Huge growth trajectory – but it's not just about Tribe's growth, it's about yours too.
Our Leadership Team
Our Leadership Group collectively have over 245 years of recruitment experience and have an average tenure of 5.5 years at Tribe Recruitment Group.


James Brooke
Co-Founder
james@tribegroup.com
+64 275 959 979
As an entrepreneur at heart, James has a strong focus on how organisations attract and retain the best talent. We've shaped NZ’s most progressive, people-first recruitment and Search brand by surrounding ourselves with outstanding people, being bold with tech, and striving to do a better job than anyone else.


Jenny Jones
Co-Founder
james@tribegroup.com
+64 275 959 979
Jenny is Co-Founder of Tribe Recruitment Group, bringing 25+ years of experience in FMCG, commercial leadership, and Executive Search. She’s known for her people-first, strategic approach, delivering bold, high-impact recruitment solutions with heart and expertise.


Russell Spratt
Te Kaitūhura, Tau Mai | Co-Founder, Tau Mai
russell@tribegroup.com
+64 29 446 3770
From Te Ātiawa, Ngāti Toa, Ngāti Raukawa, Russell is the GM Wellington at Tribe and co-founder of Tau Mai. With 25+ years in recruitment, he has led senior appointments across many sectors, specialising in Māori-focused roles and governance, with a passion for culturally grounded leadership and equity.


Sandy Gibbs
Head of People, Culture & Capability - Auckland
sandy@tribegroup.com
+64 27 583 7411
Sandy brings 25+ years of Recruitment experience, and can lean into most disciplines, however her passion for people and capability has resulted in her leading Tribe's HR consulting team, and spearheading executive search across HR and P&C.


Cameron King
Head Sales, Marketing & Digital
cameron@tribegroup.com
+64 22 073 1320
Cameron leads Executive Search across Sales, Marketing & Digital, helping NZ businesses find transformational leaders. With 15+ years' experience in NZ & the UK, Cameron is a specialist's in senior hires, culture-fit, and strategic growth roles—driven by a consultative, values-first approach.


Cathi Thomson
Head of Business & Admin Support
cathi@tribegroup.com
+64 22 071 5840
Cathi is a proven recruitment leader with 20+ years’ experience across NZ and Scotland. She leads Tribe’s Business & Accounting Support team and is known for her collaborative style, energy, and ability to connect great people with the right roles—fast, thoughtfully, and with impact.


Lidya Paljk
Head of Customer Service & Contact Centre
lidya@tribegroup.com
+64 22 618 8339
Lidya leads Tribe’s Customer Service & Contact Centre team, delivering temp and perm recruitment solutions across high-volume environments. Known for her energy and care, she combines operational insight with a people-first approach to solve complex resourcing needs.


David Ziebart
Executive Search
davidz@tribegroup.com
+64 27 206 3801
David Ziebart (LLB) is a seasoned executive search expert with 15+ years' global experience. He specialises in Board and Executive appointments, delivering high-impact leadership hires across sectors. Each engagement is underpinned by discretion, deep consultation, and a strong commitment to organisational purpose.


David Hammond
Executive Search Lead
david@tribegroup.com
+64 27 444 6368
Experienced former Chief Executive with 10 years of experience at that level, now leading Chief Executive and Board search across the range of non-private sectors. A national expert in KPI development, bespoke remuneration assessment, Māori sector work, board advisory and entire structure reviews.


Daniel Percival
Head of Supply Chain, Procurement & Operations
daniel@tribegroup.com
+64 27 403 0801
With 16 years in Supply Chain, Operations & Procurement recruitment and a background in UK leadership roles, Daniel brings deep sector knowledge, a strong network, and a clear, thorough approach. At Tribe, he leads the desk, delivering trusted, professional results for clients.


Richard Lloyd
Head of Tribe Tech
richard@tribegroup.com
+64 215 457 92
With 20 years in tech recruitment, Richard has partnered with NZ’s top enterprises, SMEs, startups, and SaaS companies. Dedicated to driving Tribe Tech’s growth through recruitment excellence, his focus is on connecting great talent with innovative businesses to build the future of technology in New Zealand.


Sarah White
Head of Accounting & Finance, Data & Risk - Auckland
sarahw@tribegroup.com
+64 27 505 3472
With 25 years' recruitment experience in the UK and NZ, Sarah White leads Tribe’s Accounting, Finance, Data & Risk division. Known for her consultative style, she delivers impactful mid-senior hires, leveraging deep networks and a strong focus on cultural fit and long-term success.


Chelsi Clifton
Head of Technology, Enablement & Experience
chelsi@tribegroup.com
+64 21 996 927
Chelsi leads Tribe’s digital transformation, using AI, data, and automation to drive smarter recruitment. With 20+ years' experience, she builds future-ready teams and strategies that elevate performance, capability, and experience.


Laura Anderson
Marketing Manager
laura@tribegroup.com
+64 21 622 777
Laura is a passionate marketer who blends strategic thinking and creativity to build impactful brands and drive results. With global experience across FMCG, tech, and recruitment, she brings a people-first approach to B2B and B2C marketing, grounded in a background in Marketing and Psychology.


Jacqui McKenzie
Chief Beanie
jacqui@tribegroup.com
+64 21 409 353
As Chief Beanie at Tribe, Jacqs brings over 10 years of sharp financial leadership. Known for her love of numbers, drive, and team spirit, she’s a key force in Tribe’s growth—combining strategy, precision, and a passion for high performance.