Communications, PR &
Corporate Affairs Search | Built Environment

TW Search Partners is a boutique search firm specializing in senior communications hiring across the built environment — real estate, development, architecture, interior design, furnishings and product brands, proptech, and real estate finance. We work with organizations that understand communications is central to how they build reputation, tell their story, and grow their business.

What We Do

At senior levels, communications isn't a support function. It's a leadership decision.

We recruit Manager through Chief Communications Officer roles across a range of organizations — from developers and institutional investors where reputation and executive visibility are paramount, to design firms, product brands, and agencies where editorial relationships, brand positioning, and launch strategy drive the work.

The common thread isn't the type of organization. It's that communications is taken seriously, and the hire matters.

Our work spans in-house teams and select agencies with deep roots in the built environment.

How We Work

We take on a limited number of mandates so we can stay genuinely close to each search. That means real intake conversations, honest alignment on what success looks like, and careful evaluation of judgment, writing intelligence, and executive presence — not just credentials. We're candid about market realities, even when that's not what clients want to hear.

We're not hired to send resumes. We're hired to reduce risk.

Fewer Roles

More Precision

Deeper Assessment

Higher Standards

Our Approach

Communications leaders are easy to find on paper. What's harder to assess is how they think, how they advise leadership, how they handle competing priorities — and whether they can operate at the level the role actually requires, not just the level it's described at.

That looks different depending on the organization. For some, it's managing scrutiny and protecting credibility under pressure. For others, it's building a brand voice, owning media relationships, and knowing how to make a launch land.

With more than 15 years in communications search across the built environment, we understand what good looks like on both sides. Our goal in every search is the same: place leaders who bring clarity, credibility, and judgment to the organizations they join.

Tristan reached out to me for the role I am in now and was with me every step of the way as I explored the opportunity with the team. He was extremely insightful and professional, and asked me all the right questions to ensure it was the right fit for both sides. I was very impressed with his communication, being a communications specialist myself, and he addressed all of my questions and concerns that arose. He is not the first recruiter I have worked with before, and I can honestly say this was certainly the most positive experience I've had with one.Tristan is diligent and skilled at interpreting the needs of a business as well as an employee. I highly recommend him should you be seeking talent to join your teamand need someone who knows how to select the best candidates!

Christiana ForsbergSenior Director

The TW Search Partners Difference

Experience

With over 15 years in PR, Executive Communications, and Corporate Affairs search, we’ve evaluated hundreds of senior leaders across agencies and in-house teams.

The patterns are consistent.

Titles vary. Backgrounds vary.

What predicts success is clarity, strategic judgment, credibility, and the ability to influence inside complex organizations.

That is what we’re paid to assess.

Expert Matching

Over 15 years in PR recruitment, we've gained a front-row seat to what propels agencies forward—and what holds them back. We understand that old-school PR tactics are giving way to integrated communications strategies, and that agencies clinging to outdated models struggle to thrive. Our insight reveals that successful agencies embrace digital transformation, prioritize data-driven decisions, and cultivate diverse, adaptable talent pools. We know the critical components for scalable growth: from robust professional development programs to agile account management structures. Crucially, we recognize the paramount importance of agency culture in attracting and retaining top talent, advising on cultural elements that resonate with today's PR professionals. By identifying forward-thinking professionals who can navigate this evolving landscape, we don't just fill roles—we help position agencies at the cutting edge of the industry. Our deep understanding of these dynamics ensures we're not just recruiters, but strategic partners in your agency's evolution and success.

Career Strategy Consultation

Clarity. Positioning. Competitive Advantage.

If you’re feeling stuck, stalled, or unsure how to position yourself for your next role, it’s rarely about experience. It’s about how that experience is being understood at senior levels.

Our consultation services support PR, Executive Communications, and Corporate Affairs professionals — from Director through EVP — who want sharper positioning, stronger materials, and a clearer strategy in a competitive market.

We focus on:

where you are most competitive (agency vs in-house, sector, level)
reframing your narrative around impact and judgment
strengthening interview presence at senior altitude
modernizing resume and LinkedIn materials
and building a realistic, recruiter-informed outreach strategy

This is not generic career coaching.

It is professional recalibration grounded in 15+ years of executive search.

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"Tristan placed me in my current role. During the interview and final negotiation processes he could not have been more helpful, truly making himself available as a resource at all times and ensuring I was comfortable and properly prepared at every turn. I would highly recommend anyone looking to land a new role in the communications industry (or any other industry) heavily consider working with Tristan."

Christopher Singleton

Senior Director @ Antenna Group

I'm very grateful and thrilled to recommend Tristan for his outstanding work facilitating my successful placement in my new role at a PR firm. Tristan showed a lot of attention to detail and really prepared me through every step of the interview process. His dedication, insights, and communication streamlined the process, and I wholeheartedly recommend working with him to anyone in search of a dedicated and effective recruiter. Tristan excels at connecting candidates with ideal opportunities. Thank you Tristan for listening to me and helping me!

Jorge Gaeta

Integrated Strategic Communications

I'm beyond grateful to Tristan for supporting me at every step of the recruitment process. When he initially contacted me about a new opportunity I was hesitant, but Tristan offered counseling that was insightful, empowering and transparent - he helped me find the excitement and confidence I needed to pursue my next career move. I highly recommend working with Tristan - anyone who does should consider themselves lucky!

Alyssa Merti

Senior Account Executive @ UpSpring PR

I am lucky to have connected with Tristan so early in my career, as his honesty and transparency helped me navigate such a difficult decision process. I am grateful to Tristan for finding such a new and exciting opportunity for me, but most importantly for recognizing such a prefect synergy! Anyone working with Tristan can trust they are in the best hands.

Ashlyn Cooper

Senior Account Executive @ UpSpring PRSenior

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