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Your Recruitment Partner for Executive Leaders in Technology & Digital

With a deep understanding of your business, priorities, and what it takes to lead in today’s environment, I leverage my extensive network to uncover exceptional leaders that others can’t.

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Finding the right leader can feel like an impossible and time-consuming task in today’s competitive market, especially when the best talent isn’t actively looking. Misaligned hires cost time and money, disrupt teams, and stall your business goals.

With over a decade of technology recruitment experience and access to an exclusive, high-quality network, I specialise in uncovering Leaders who seamlessly align with your vision and culture. By asking the right questions and understanding your unique requirements and challenges, I identify the transformational talent your business needs to drive meaningful impact.

Whether your company is navigating digital transformation, scaling for growth, or preparing to IPO, think of me as your dedicated search and recruitment partner, giving you access to proven expertise and a personalised approach to secure the right Leader for your company.
Case Study

Long-term partners to Macquarie Bank

Since 2016, Kathrin Pantenburg has been a trusted recruitment partner to Macquarie Bank, supporting key divisions including Banking and Financial Services, Macquarie Capital, Commodities and Global Markets, and Asset Management.

Working as an extension of Macquarie’s recruitment team, Kathrin provides strategic hiring support, market insights, and talent advisory regularly onsite to ensure a seamless and effective recruitment process.

$10M+

total salaries placed

92.8%

success rate in securing long-term hires

100+

onsite meetings with Macquarie Bank

Beyond recruitment, she has built long-standing relationships with technology leadership and executive teams, becoming a trusted advisor for workforce planning and process improvements. Her insights have played a key role in refining Macquarie’s recruitment and talent acquisition strategies.

What sets this partnership apart is the #TheKohortDifference, a proven recruitment process that consistently delivers high-calibre talent while nurturing genuine, long-term relationships.

Every placement is not just a hire, but a strategic addition that drives success.

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Discover the impact of our work through the words of our clients.

Kat provided a number of high-quality candidates for this role The ongoing relationship and communication from Kohort Partners is always of a high standard.

Darren Lynch, Employer

I don’t say that lightly. Hiring isn’t just about filling roles—it’s an act of empathy, intuition, care, and business smarts. I trust Kat to find the right people, but more than that, I trust her to look after them, to do right by them and by us. I’ve never worked with a recruiter this good. Like I said—Kat is the best.

 Daniel Howell’s, Client

Kathrin convinced me to apply for a role that I would never have discovered on my own and taking her advice has been one of the best career moves I’ve ever made. She is an exceptional recruiter.

Matthew, Candidate

I cannot recommend Kathrin Pantenburg (Kohort Partners) highly enough! From the very first interaction, she demonstrated an exceptional level of professionalism and communication.  truly goes above and beyond to understand your career aspirations and match you with the perfect role.
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Diana, Candidate

Amazing candidates – very fast turnaround

Ranee Young, Employer

Kat really understands the ecosystem and the different roles, skillsets available and has a wide network. What really differentiates her is her ability to understand the client’s environment and needs. She is responsive and very collaborative. A pleasure to work with.

Will Jung, Employer

Kathrin closely guided me through the process by briefing me every step of the way and checking in with me before and after interviews. She made me feel supported for any questions I have. It is a big step in my career and I’m grateful to have her represent me for the job application. She understood the role and change that I’m looking for and matched it with the right opportunity. Thanks Kathrin for all your help.

Leslie, Candidate

I’ve been working with Kathrin for about 3 years now – primarily as a client who was after hiring the best talent in the ecosystem. She does a very thorough job of understanding & interpreting the business’ needs as well as the candidate’s needs and ensures that neither the Hiring Manager nor the candidate end up wasting their time during the entire recruitment process.
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Suri CM, Employer

It has been a fantastic experience to date. Extremely professional work ethic, and I hope to work with Kohort again soon!

Dale Purdon, Candidate

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My genuine passion for business and curiosity about how people build and grow their companies set me apart.

I work closely with Leaders of Australia’s most recognisable brands as well as smaller yet powerful organisations driving innovation behind the scenes. These unique insights and information allow me to deliver Leaders who drive transformation and achieve success. Think of me as an extension of your business.

Through my own experiences, I understand the challenges and pressures of finding great Leaders. By attending a multitude of networking events and staying connected with industry Leaders, I bring the insights and ideas that matter most to your business. I’m humbled to be part of your organisation’s growth or your next career move.

Here’s what you’ll get:

A personalised search plan precisely aligned with your business goals and needs.

Access to Leaders who are not actively engaged in the job market but consider the opportunities I present to them. 

A thorough assessment of technical expertise, cultural fit, and strategic alignment.

A tight process with steering calls and insights tailored to you.

From initial engagement to successful onboarding, I manage every detail and take care of the process, so you don’t have to.

When you partner with Kohort, you:

Save time and effort

My hands-on process means you focus on running your business while I find the right Leader.

Work with someone who finally understands your industry, needs, and goals. I see myself as an extension of your team.
Hire leaders with the right expertise and aligned vision to navigate your specific transformation, innovation, and growth.
I take proven steps customised to your business goals and long-term strategies to help determine which candidates have the ideal skill set and mindset.

When you partner with Kohort, you:

Save time and effort

My hands-on process means you focus on running your business while I find the right Leader.

Work with someone who finally understands your industry, needs, and goals. I see myself as an extension of your team.
Hire leaders with the right expertise and aligned vision to navigate your specific transformation, innovation, and growth.
I take proven steps customised to your business goals and long-term strategies to help determine which candidates have the ideal skill set and mindset.

Is Kohort the right partner
for your company?

Kohort partners with businesses navigating growth, innovation, or change and requiring the right Technology Executives and Leaders to achieve it. With a people-first approach and over a decade of experience in technology recruitment, I specialise in finding not just any Leader but the right Leader. 

Long-term success is prioritised over quick fixes. I build partnerships based on trust, mutual respect, and shared growth. My business thrives on ensuring yours succeeds, prioritising long-term success over quick fixes.

We love people and care about making a difference. As a business prioritising relationships and impact, we are guided by heart and results. Therefore, 1% of every invoice is donated to a charity partner of your choice. 

I feel incredibly honoured and grateful to contribute to the success of my clients and candidates. 

As Jacinta Ardern said:
”I refuse to believe that you cannot be both compassionate and strong.“

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I went from a 10 minute seek application to a phone call with Kathrin just days later. It was immediately obvious that Kathrin understood my field and had all the details I needed up front. I was impressed that I could talk tech as I would to a colleague. Communication was on point; conversations were empathetic and respectful of my time and competing opportunities. I felt supported at each step and I look forward to continuing to grow my relationship with Kohort Partners throughout my career.

Kat, you’ve set the bar high and stood out from the dozens of recruiters I’ve spoken to this year. Keep up the good work!

Aldo Schumann, Candidate

I cannot recommend Kathrin Pantenburg (Kohort Partners) highly enough! From the very first interaction, she demonstrated an exceptional level of professionalism and communication.

Kathrin truly goes above and beyond to understand your career aspirations and match you with the perfect role.

Throughout the entire process, she was always available to answer my questions, provide updates, and offer valuable insights, making the recruitment journey smooth and stress-free.

Her dedication to helping me secure an amazing role was evident every step of the way. If you’re looking for someone who genuinely cares about your success and will put in the extra effort to help you reach your goals, Kathrin is the person you want on your side. An absolute pleasure to work with.

Thank you for everything!

Diana, Candidate

I’ve been working with Kathrin for about 3 years now – primarily as a client who was after hiring the best talent in the ecosystem.

She does a very thorough job of understanding & interpreting the business’ needs as well as the candidate’s needs and ensures that neither the Hiring Manager nor the candidate end up wasting their time during the entire recruitment process.

She is extremely professional, punctual, respects everyone’s time, communicates clearly and keeps the candidates and organisations up to date on all stages.

What I really like is that she doesn’t stop once “transaction” is completed, and continues to follow up and regularly keep in touch post recruitment i.e., meet up regularly for coffee, check in on the candidate progress, gather feedback from the candidate & organisation etc.

I have also referred several candidates to Kathrin who were after new career opportunities and are more than satisfied with their roles now thanks to her.

So I highly recommend Kathrin from both sides:

– if you’re an organisation looking to grow your business and you’re after the best talent

– if you’re a candidate who is yearning for your next challenge and not sure where/how to start.

You’re absolutely in the best hands with Kat.

Suri CM, Employer