Talent Assessment & Acceleration
Selecting and developing leaders is critical, yet the process can be complex. Our rigorous assessments provide clarity helping you identify, nurture and retain leaders who will drive lasting impact.
Assess. Select. Succeed
Instinct has its place, but when hiring senior leaders, guesswork is a liability. The strongest organisations don’t rely on hunches—they assess, refine and select with precision. Our talent assessment uncovers true capability, ensuring the right leaders step into the right roles at the right time. Because great leadership isn’t about filling a seat. It’s about securing your organisation’s future.
That's where we come in
What We Unlock for Organisations
- Clarity on Leadership Strengths & Gaps – Gain deep insights into executive capabilities, styles, and areas for growth.
- Data-Driven Talent Decisions – Move beyond gut feel—use robust assessment to select and develop the right leaders.
- Alignment Between Talent & Strategy – Ensure leadership capability supports business priorities and long-term success.
- Stronger Succession Pipelines – Identify, prepare, and position future executives for sustainable growth.
- From Potential to Performance – Develop high-potential leaders into high-impact executives.
- Cultural & Leadership Fit – Assess not only skills but also mindset, adaptability, and alignment with organisational values.
Signs your organisation needs executive talent assessment
If you’re experiencing any of the following, it may be time to reassess your executive talent strategy:
Unclear Leadership Strengths & Gaps
No structured way to evaluate current leadership capabilities.
High-Profile Mis-Hires
Senior hires not delivering expected impact or struggling with cultural fit.
Lack of Succession Planning
No clear strategy for leadership continuity and future-proofing.
Inconsistent Leadership Quality
Variation in leadership capability across business units or regions.
Retention Risks
Losing top talent due to lack of career development or leadership opportunities.
Reactive Hiring & Promotion Decisions
Leadership selection based on urgency, not long-term strategy.
Poor Leadership Alignment
Executives not fully engaged with business priorities or culture.
Struggles with Leadership Development
High-potential leaders not progressing or lacking structured development.
Limited Diversity in Leadership
Lack of diverse perspectives and leadership styles at the top.
Benefits
Benefits of investing in Talent Assessment:
Align leaders with strategy
Identify future successors
Develop executive potential
Enhance leadership impact
Increase self-awareness
Guide career progression
Improve decision-making
Ensure cultural alignment
Pinpoint leadership gaps
Deliver objective insights
Strengthen team influence
Support targeted growth
Elevating Executive Assessment with the Choice-Character-Connection Model
The Choice-Character-Connection Model helps organisations identify and develop leaders who drive success, embody cultural values, and inspire high performance. Explore questions to Discover how this model enhances executive talent strategy and leadership impact.
Testimonials
“Great job! In my 27 years with AIG, I can frankly say I got more out of these leadership development sessions than any similar previous ones. That’s no small accomplishment.”
Senior Leader, AIG
Senior Leader, AIG
“This is the one professional development programme that has had the most positive impact on my day-to-day work life.”
Senior Leader, Disney+
Senior Leader, Disney+
“Lazarus & Maverick deliver outstanding value to anyone who wants quick results in removing obstacles to top performance.”
David Bloom, Award winning CFO
David Bloom, Award winning CFO
“Sincere thanks for coaching and wonderful offsites and previously a great day with the Partners and Directors. This will pay dividends in people’s lives and careers for years to come, not to mention the benefits we shall all enjoy as a team!”
General Counsel, KPMG
General Counsel, KPMG
“Thank you for such a fabulous afternoon yesterday. We were over the moon with how it went.”
Board Member, NHS
Board Member, NHS
“I heard nothing but rave reviews from the team on the insights and content during the Global Marketing Summit.”
Chief Marketing Officer, Qualcomm
Chief Marketing Officer, Qualcomm
"Coaching helped me see situations through a new lens and navigate complexity with more clarity. The mix of challenge and support made a real difference to my growth, personally and professionally."
Robert Walters
Robert Walters
“I couldn’t have asked for better partners or a better team to get the magic working as this was a very important moment in my own leadership journey this year. The cultural sessions were highlights for everyone.”
Co-President of S&P Global Commodity Insights
Co-President of S&P Global Commodity Insights
“Huge thank you for such a valuable and memorable experience for our management group. The feedback has been overwhelmingly positive!”
Spotify
Spotify
“I feel incredibly lucky that the team were able to work with you both and benefit from your expertise.”
Senior Leader, University College London
Senior Leader, University College London
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Our Expertise
As a board, you steer the future... until roadblocks appear. When misalignment, hesitation or tension threaten progress, we help you move forward with impact.
As C-suite leaders, you face high-stakes decisions and relentless pressure to deliver. We partner with you to lead with impact and inspire those around you.
Whether navigating change, breaking down silos or working at pace, we help teams move toward high performance and collective impact.
Leaders at all levels drive change, but without the right skills, they may struggle. Our learning community nurtures expansive thinking and inspires bold, meaningful action.
When culture stagnates, so does progress. Performance dips, engagement wanes, and innovation stalls. We help you ignite, evolve, and sustain a culture that fuels success.