Business Details
13 Years
experience
Expert HR Executive Recruitment Services
Founded in 2013 by Janet Mullert and Wende Malster, M2 Partners specializes in recruiting top-tier Human Resources leadership for organizations across industries. Our team combines over 25 years of collective experience in executive search, delivering tailored solutions for Fortune 500 companies, startups, and nonprofits. We prioritize cultural alignment and strategic fit, conducting in-depth analyses of client needs and candidate capabilities. Our retained and engagement search services cater to executive, senior, and director-level HR placements, emphasizing confidentiality and long-term success. With expertise in sectors like technology, healthcare, and finance, we build teams that drive innovation and organizational growth.Our personalized approach ensures candidates and clients achieve mutual fulfillment, supported by post-placement follow-up. Recognized for integrity and results, we maintain a robust referral network and industry reputation. Our teams dedication to excellence is reflected in successful placements, from Chief People Officers to specialized HR roles. Headquartered in Westwood, Massachusetts, we serve clients nationally while fostering a collaborative, client-centric culture.
Services
Executive Search
Director-Level Recruitment
HR Leadership Consulting
Cultural Fit Assessment
Post-Placement Support
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We specialize in HR leadership recruitment with 25+ years of combined experience.
- Our retained search ensures confidentiality for executive-level placements.
- We serve diverse industries including tech, healthcare, and nonprofit sectors.
- Post-placement follow-up guarantees long-term client and candidate satisfaction.
- Our team maintains a proven track record of successful Fortune 500 placements.
Services
Retained Search
Retained search services focus on executive and senior management HR placements. We conduct in-depth needs assessments, cultivate select candidate pools, and provide ongoing status updates. Our process includes debrief sessions, offer development guidance, and post-employment follow-up to ensure long-term success for both client and candidate.
Engagement Search
Engagement search targets director-level HR roles with streamlined candidate sourcing. We assess client needs, tap existing networks, and present up to five qualified candidates. Services include reference checks, offer preparation, and post-placement follow-up, ensuring efficient hiring without compromising quality or cultural fit.
Cultural Fit Assessment
Our cultural fit assessment evaluates organizational needs and candidate compatibility. We analyze leadership styles, work environment preferences, and strategic goals to ensure mutual alignment. This process reduces turnover risk and enhances team cohesion by prioritizing long-term cultural integration over transactional hiring.
Post-Placement Support
Post-placement support includes quarterly follow-ups during the first year of employment. We monitor candidate integration, address emerging challenges, and provide feedback to both parties. This proactive approach strengthens retention rates and ensures sustained alignment between organizational expectations and new hire performance.
Industry-Specific Recruitment
Industry-specific recruitment leverages deep sector knowledge across technology, healthcare, finance, and nonprofit fields. Our team understands unique HR challenges in each domain, enabling precise candidate selection that addresses sector-specific regulatory, operational, and cultural requirements.
People
Janet Mullert
Co-Founder
Co-Founder of M2 Partners with 20+ years in HR executive search. Specializes in Fortune 500 and startup placements. Recognized for exceptional candidate-client matching and retention strategies.
Wende Malster
Co-Founder
Co-Founder with 25+ years of search experience. Focuses on detailed candidate profiling and client needs analysis. Known for building loyal client relationships and a robust referral network.
Richard Fleming
Managing Director
25-year retained search veteran specializing in CHRO/SVP HR placements. Expertise in healthcare, life sciences, and professional services sectors with a focus on strategic leadership alignment.
Valerie Neville
Director of Search
15-year recruitment expert with nonprofit and corporate experience. Prioritizes candidate needs and exceptional placement experiences. Served in leadership roles at FedEx Services and EnerNOC.
Maggie Hood
Senior Search Consultant
Transitioned from financial services to HR recruitment. Combines MBA-level analytical skills with interpersonal expertise to identify high-potential HR professionals for client organizations.
Questions
What industries does M2 Partners specialize in for HR recruitment?
We serve technology, healthcare, life sciences, financial services, nonprofit, and professional services sectors with specialized HR leadership recruitment.
What distinguishes retained search from engagement search?
Retained search handles executive/SVP roles with exclusive candidate sourcing, while engagement search focuses on director-level placements with targeted candidate pools.
How does M2 Partners ensure cultural fit during recruitment?
We conduct multi-dimensional assessments of organizational needs and candidate attributes, including leadership style, work environment preferences, and strategic alignment.
Do you work with both large corporations and startups?
Yes, we place HR leaders in Fortune 500 companies, mid-size growth firms, and hyper-growth startups across various industries.
What post-placement support do you provide?
We conduct quarterly follow-ups during the first year to monitor integration, address challenges, and ensure sustained alignment between client expectations and performance.
