Business Details
Your Trusted Recruitment Partner in Houston
Kern Search is a boutique recruitment firm dedicated to creating meaningful professional connections through personalized service. Our approach prioritizes understanding the unique needs of both clients and candidates, ensuring transparent representation of values and goals. With deep expertise in oil & gas, energy, HR, accounting, finance, engineering, and information technology sectors, we deliver tailored solutions that drive mutual success. Our team combines industry-specific knowledge with a consultative, research-driven methodology to overcome hiring challenges.We maintain a commitment to integrity, focusing on long-term relationships rather than transactional placements. Our Houston-based operations serve companies and professionals nationwide, emphasizing confidentiality and strategic career development. By maintaining a selective, high-touch process, we ensure exceptional representation for both organizations seeking talent and professionals pursuing growth opportunities. Our reputation is built on delivering results that align with organizational missions and individual career aspirations.
Services
Oil & Gas Recruitment
Accounting & Finance Recruitment
Cybersecurity Recruitment
HR Recruitment
IT Recruitment
Engineering Recruitment
Executive Search
Highlights and features
- We offer boutique-level personalized recruitment services
- Our team has deep expertise in energy and finance sectors
- We maintain transparent communication throughout the hiring process
- We specialize in matching candidates with organizational cultures
- We provide confidential career development support for professionals
Services
Oil & Gas Recruitment
We specialize in placing qualified professionals within the energy sector. Our expertise covers upstream, midstream, and downstream operations, connecting companies with experienced personnel for technical and managerial roles. Our candidates include production engineers, reservoir specialists, and HSE professionals who drive operational excellence.
Accounting & Finance Recruitment
Our finance recruitment solutions match organizations with accounting and financial professionals. We place staff accountants, financial analysts, and executive-level finance leaders who deliver strategic value. Our candidates possess expertise in financial reporting, FP&A, and regulatory compliance across multiple industries.
Cybersecurity Recruitment
We connect companies with cybersecurity professionals who protect critical information systems. Our placements include security analysts, IT auditors, and systems engineers with expertise in threat detection and data protection. Our candidates implement robust security frameworks for organizations of all sizes.
HR Recruitment
Our HR recruitment services place talent acquisition specialists and human capital professionals. We find HR business partners, compensation analysts, and employee relations experts who develop effective workforce strategies. Our candidates implement HRIS systems and design comprehensive benefits programs.
IT Recruitment
We source IT professionals for software development, systems administration, and technical support roles. Our placements include SAP analysts, applications engineers, and IT managers who optimize technology infrastructure. Our candidates implement innovative solutions that enhance organizational efficiency.
People
Ken Kern
Founder
Ken Kern established Kern Search with a vision for personalized recruitment solutions. His leadership combines industry expertise with a commitment to ethical practices. He oversees strategic direction while maintaining hands-on involvement in key client relationships.
Christy Stern
Recruiting Partner
Christy Stern brings extensive recruitment experience to her role as Recruiting Partner. She specializes in matching professionals with organizational cultures. Her industry knowledge spans multiple sectors including energy and technology.
Charlotte Stowe
Recruiting Partner
Charlotte Stowe focuses on executive search and leadership development. She has particular expertise in placing senior HR professionals. Her consultative approach ensures long-term success for both clients and candidates.
Questions
What industries does Kern Search specialize in?
We specialize in energy, finance, HR, accounting, engineering, and information technology sectors. Our expertise extends to both technical and leadership roles across these industries.
How does your recruitment process work?
Our process begins with understanding organizational needs through detailed consultation. We conduct targeted candidate searches using industry networks and perform comprehensive assessments to ensure cultural and professional alignment.
Do you work with entry-level candidates?
We focus on mid-level to executive professionals with established industry experience. Our services are designed for candidates seeking career advancement rather than entry-level positions.
How do you maintain candidate confidentiality?
We implement strict confidentiality protocols throughout the recruitment process. Candidate information is shared only with explicit permission and we ensure professional transitions remain discreet.
What makes your firm different from other recruiters?
Our boutique approach combines personalized service with deep industry expertise. We focus on long-term relationships rather than transactional placements, ensuring better matches for both organizations and professionals.
How can companies partner with Kern Search?
Organizations can initiate partnerships through our contact page or direct phone consultation. We begin with a needs assessment to understand specific requirements before developing customized recruitment strategies.
Reviews (2)
Charolette Whitley
Sep 23, 2018
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Highly Recommend! As a Global Human Resource Professional I have worked with many outside recruiting firms and recruiters. This time I found myself on the opposite side needing assistance to find the perfect career opportunity.
Charlotte Kern Stowe assisted me and walked me through the process. My initial meeting and introduction with her was very good, she had reviewed my resume and our time together was very spent efficient and I was provided an opportunity to explain any job changes on my resume, answer questions and provide the details she needed to represent me to her client.
Charlotte
Charlotte Kern Stowe assisted me and walked me through the process. My initial meeting and introduction with her was very good, she had reviewed my resume and our time together was very spent efficient and I was provided an opportunity to explain any job changes on my resume, answer questions and provide the details she needed to represent me to her client.
Charlotte
Michael Kuznetz
Jan 24, 2018
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I don't recommend this search firm. Too many IFs in regard to the ability to chose right candidates, professional judgement and truthfulness.
