Global retained executive search firm, CTPartners, has appointed Leslie Stern as a partner and will be based in Chicago, US.

With more than 30 years’ experience in executive search, Stern will focus on recruiting new partners and global business development opportunities.

Brian Sullivan, chief executive of CTPartners, says: “Les and I have worked together for many years both at Sullivan & Company and Heidrick & Struggles. With his extensive knowledge of the executive search landscape, I believe he will be a valuable asset in helping us recruit senior partners to our firm.”