ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lucas Group, North America’s premier executive search firm, announced today that Derek McKechnie is the new Managing Partner for the firm’s Human Resources Practice Group in New York. McKechnie previously served in a variety of recruiting roles of increasing responsibility for Michael Page International in New York.
“Derek’s impressive performance in recruiting throughout the New York area attracted our attention,” said Aram Lulla, General Manager of Lucas Group’s Human Resources Practice Group. “He brings a deep knowledge of the Manhattan marketplace and strong connections with large and mid-market employers. He is an excellent fit for Lucas Group and will drive our efforts to grow our Human Resources practice throughout the Northeast.”
McKechnie is one of three new managers hired by the HR Practice Group within the last quarter. In an effort to bolster a key component of Lucas Group’s integrated executive recruiting strategy, the HR group has been aggressively hiring new Associates and promoting its most successful Associates over the past year.
“Derek is an important appointment as we grow our HR business in New York. As a national executive recruiter with practice groups in every major industry in North America, HR is a significant element of our growth. Our HR Associates work seamlessly with Human Resources offices in mid-market and Fortune 100 companies and in concert with their Lucas Group colleagues in other industries across the hiring spectrum. Our ability to collaboratively work across multiple industries is central to our continued success,” said Lulla.
“His hiring reflects our ongoing investment to grow the business. We’ve increased new hires, promoted many of our most successful Associates, and are building talent from coast-to-coast. In addition, we have a dynamic web presence and a comprehensive social media strategy that allows us to really connect with clients and candidates. We now have more Twitter followers than any other executive recruiter,” said Lulla.
“Derek’s arrival reflects this growth strategy. His deep knowledge of the New York market and his record of success in growing both HR and Financial Services recruiting provide Lucas Group with another Managing Partner who can drive our success. His ability to work in multiple industries, coordinate with colleagues, and maintain long-term relationships with highly valued clients equips Derek with what’s necessary to thrive at Lucas Group,” said Lulla. “We look forward to a long and productive relationship with him and our clients throughout the Northeast.”
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