Sector Expertise

  • Commercial
  • Education & Academia
  • Government & Crown Entities
  • Health
  • Human Resources
  • Local Government
  • Senior Leadership & Governance

Services

  • Candidate Management
  • Executive Search
  • International Search
  • Permanent Recruitment

Ben Stevenson

Managing Principal Consultant

04 460 0276

Ben Stevenson, Managing Principal Consultant at JacksonStone & Partners, brings over two decades of leadership experience across accounting, executive recruitment, and business transformation. With a Chartered Accountant background and a deep understanding of commercial operations, Ben is known for his ability to shape high-performing teams and deliver strategic recruitment solutions that drive meaningful outcomes. In 2005, he transitioned into recruitment, where he discovered his passion for connecting people and shaping business performance through talent.

Over the years, Ben has held senior leadership positions both in New Zealand and the UK, his experience spans a wide range of sectors, including technology, finance, professional services, and government.

Now at JacksonStone & Partners, Ben specialises in executive search and senior appointments across both public and private sectors. He partners closely with clients to understand their strategic needs, delivering end-to-end recruitment processes with clarity, integrity, and a strong commercial lens.

Ben’s leadership is defined by a genuine commitment to people – developing careers, empowering teams, and fostering lasting partnerships. He is trusted by clients for his consultative, transparent approach and his ability to align talent strategies with business objectives.

Years in the industry: 20+

Latest Jobs

  • Permanent

May 22, 2026

  • Te Ao Māori
  • Imbue a te ao Māori & Te Tiriti lens in economic strategy & policy development
  • Apply te ao Māori perspectives to complex fiscal and economic challenges
  • Work programme focused on a rotating set of high priority issues
Senior Analyst, Te Ao Māori
  • Permanent

May 21, 2026

  • Accounting
  • Wellington CBD location
  • Enjoy a varied role that offers broad exposure
  • Work in a supportive, collaborative team environment
Corporate Services and Finance Coordinator
  • Permanent

May 21, 2026

  • Human Resources
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  • Opportunity to make this role your own
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