Merraine Group / Joel Paul Group — Executive Recruitment
About Merraine Group
Merraine Group is a national executive search firm that has spent 25+ years placing proven leaders at mission-driven organizations. Founded on the belief that "people aren't part of the business — they are the business," Merraine brings a founder's mindset and operator insight to every search, prioritizing precision and long-term fit over speed alone.
Through its Joel Paul Group division, Merraine is a trusted search partner for Jewish nonprofits, Federations, day schools, camps, and communal organizations nationwide. Joel Paul Group specializes in C-suite and senior leadership placements — including Chief Development Officers, Executive Directors, Directors of Education, Camp Directors, and Program Officers — for organizations where Jewish values and mission alignment matter.
The positions listed here are active searches managed by Merraine on behalf of their client organizations. Candidates apply directly and are represented by Merraine's experienced recruiting team throughout the process.
6,386+
Positions Filled
97.3%
Retention Rate
1,736+
Client Organizations
25+
Years of Service
Open Positions via Merraine Group
19 positions are currently being placed by Merraine Group / Joel Paul Group across Jewish nonprofits nationwide.
Merraine doesn't flood inboxes with unqualified candidates. Their search process is built on understanding each organization's culture, values, and leadership needs — then finding the right fit, not just the fastest one.
Jewish Nonprofit Expertise
The Joel Paul Group division is built specifically for Jewish communal organizations. They understand the unique culture, governance, and mission dynamics of Federations, day schools, camps, and nonprofits — and represent candidates who align with those values.
Operator Insight
Founded by serial entrepreneurs and NYT bestselling authors, Merraine brings a founder's perspective to every search — understanding what it takes to lead, build, and scale an organization from the inside out.
97.3% Retention Rate
Merraine's placements stick. Their 97.3% retention rate reflects the depth of their vetting process and their commitment to long-term fit — not just filling a role on paper.
Ranked Among the Best
Merraine Group is independently ranked as one of the largest executive search firms by Modern Healthcare, assessed for communication, efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and performance — placing it among the most trusted names in mission-driven recruitment.
Merraine Group — Search Services for Organizations
🎯 Executive & Senior Leadership Search
Merraine specializes in C-suite and senior-level placements — Executive Directors, CDOs, CFOs, COOs, Program Directors, and more. They work with boards and leadership teams to define the role before the search begins.
✡️ Joel Paul Group — Jewish Nonprofit Division
For Jewish communal organizations, the Joel Paul Group team brings deep sector knowledge — understanding the nuances of Federation governance, day school culture, camp leadership, and nonprofit board dynamics.
🤝 Partnership-First Approach
Merraine's four pillars — Precision, Partnership, Expertise, and Execution — guide every engagement. They operate as a true partner, not a vendor, investing in understanding your organization before presenting candidates.
📍 Nationwide Reach
Merraine places leaders at organizations across the United States, with active searches from New York and Boston to Chicago, Houston, and beyond. Their candidate network spans every major Jewish community in the country.
Looking to hire senior talent?
Connect with the Merraine / Joel Paul Group team to discuss your open role and how they can help you find the right leader.
