Lisa McAuliffe
Lisa McAuliffe
Title
Partner and Leader of Interim Executive Practice
Firm
Johnson Partners
Office Address
Level 2, The Pavilion
388 George Street
Sydney, New South Wales, 2000
Australia
Sydney, New South Wales, 2000
Australia
Industry Specialties
Energy | Resources
Banking | Finance
Hospitality | Tourism
Professional Services
Telecommunications
Government
Functional Specialties
Leadership Advisory
Executive Leadership Recruitment
Services
Executive Search
Interim Management
Interim Management
About McAuliffe
Lisa leads Johnson Partners' Interim Executive Practice, specialising in placing proven leaders into critical roles where timing and impact are key. She is a trusted advisor to boards and executive teams, partnering closely through periods of transformation, change and uncertainty. Lisa works across all sectors and functions, including HR, Finance, Technology, Transformation and Risk, deploying C'suite and senior executive interim talent to address leadership gaps, deliver strategic initiatives and stabilise performance. She brings more than 25 years' experience across interim executive search, career transition, coaching and leadership development. Lisa has built and led high-performing businesses, including scaling three recruitment start-ups, and is known for her practical, outcome-focused approach. Prior to joining Johnson Partners, she led the Interim Executive Practice at Korn Ferry and was previously a Partner at Watermark Search, specialising in interim appointments. Known for her authenticity, transparency and genuine partnering style, Lisa takes a hands-on approach, building long-term relationships anchored in trust, credibility and consistent delivery.