About Us

Banking and Finance Recruitment Partners

AJ Consultants is an executive search firm focused in banking. We partner with financial institutions of all sizes—from De Novo to the banking industry's top players—offering a proof-positive data-driven approach to banking and finance recruitment.

Banking and Finance

Our specialization is our advantage.

We achieve a higher level of success because our firm is dedicated to achieving a more complete understanding of every client we partner with and every candidate we guide towards their next career change. We consistently achieve greater results because we are true industry experts. We are allies in your success.

Clients

Going above and beyond what is expected

Our banking and finance recruitment specialists only present the talent who meets your exact hiring needs—talent who will enable and enhance your company's cultural initiatives.

Candidates

Career representation and advocacy

We understand the industry, geographic markets, and competitors like no one else. We focus on real cultural fit and lasting placement.

Achieve more with a tested partner

"I have known Danielle Ader for some time now and am currently partnering with her on a multiple person executive search. Danielle works hard to understand the current needs and culture of the bank to source the right candidate. Candidates are well-vetted and have a clear understanding of the position and its objectives. Moreover, Danielle offers her candid assessments of the candidate’s skills and desires to the hiring manager to ensure the alignment exists. It makes for an engaging and fluid hiring process."

Mark W. SVP and Division Head of a 30 billion dollar Regional Bank

"Adam and his team are Trusted Partners who take the time to understand where the bank is heading in the future and our need for scalable talent, but as importantly, who we are as an organization and our emphasis on culture -our Purpose and Values – and how critical this is to the recruiting and hiring process for the bank. Adam has done a great job identifying candidates that bring entrepreneurial and adaptive leadership, industry expertise and desire to be part of a Company that focuses on the growth of its Team Members as the company continues to build our Fintech, Banking as a Service, Gaming, SBA lending and other “blue ocean” opportunities”.

Larry M. President & CEO 4 billion dollar Community Bank and FinTech

AJ Consultants LLC created a more disciplined and multi-faceted approach to the entire process of recruiting, vetting and ultimately hiring a CEO. The ability to constructively identify strengths and weaknesses of each candidate was a crucial element in the executive search that AJ Consultants seamlessly provided. Fully vetting each potential candidate can prove a lengthy process and AJ Consultants remained cognizant of this maintaining forthright and appropriate communication at all times; and providing engaging feedback throughout the interview process.

The assistance to both parties during discussions on compensation and benefit packages was done professionally and with well researched and documented support data specific to the market.

For these reasons and others our bank continues to rely on Adam as we grow our team and executive staffing .

Scott S. President & CEO 2 billion dollar Community Bank

"There is a reason AJ Consultants is the industry leader in Executive Searches and Recruiting. Adam and Danielle’s professionalism is the industry standard in how to approach the client and target employee(s). Their responsiveness and ability to successfully accomplish the assigned task(s) is consistent and on target each time. I have utilized and recommended AJ Consultants on numerous occasions and will continue to do so."

Casey M. EVP and CRLO 3 billion dollar Credit Union

"Our bank has been working with Austin for over 5 years with great success. Austin always takes the time to fully understand every aspect of our expectations when filling a position and never fails to deliver quality applicants. His professionalism, passion and work ethic will be of great value to your organization.

Over the years, I have gotten to know Austin on a personal level. I am happy to say that the exemplary qualities he brings to his vocation are very evident when you meet him. You know that you are dealing with someone who possesses great integrity and honesty in everything he does."

Robert D.President & CEO 300 million dollar Community Bank

"I’ve had the opportunity to work with Danielle Ader on several occasions when I needed to call on an outside resource for recruiting efforts. She has been a responsive, insightful, and reliable business partner. When I need to call on outside resources for recruiting efforts, Danielle is top of mind."

SVP Community Banker, Central PA at 1.5 billion dollar Community Bank

"Austin differentiates himself by being a genuinely kind, passionate, and professional recruiter. He makes sure he understands the needs of our organization and what we are looking for in terms of candidates and future employees. Austin is so personable and is very dedicated to recruiting for our needs. I would recommend Austin to anyone looking for a recruiter as he is a delight to work with."

Amy K. Director of Human Resources 300 million dollar Community Bank

"I am writing this letter to recommend the services of Austin Ressler with AJ Consultants LLC. Saint Louis Bank been working with Austin for over 3 years with great success. Austin always takes the time to fully understand every aspect of our expectations when filling a position and never fails to deliver quality applicants. His professionalism, passion and work ethic will be of great value to your organization.
Over the years, I have gotten to know Austin on a personal level. I am happy to say that the exemplary qualities he brings to his vocation are very evident when you meet him. You know that you are dealing with someone who possesses great integrity and honesty in everything he does."

Steven J. EVP at 700 million dollar Community Bank

"BJ has been very candid with me about our needs and his capacity to fill each role. What he says he can deliver is very direct, fair, and accurate. His time in understanding the assignment drives reasonable expectations. My experience is that he spends a fair amount of time understanding our organization, culture, and specific need. Many firms pay a good amount of time catering to what they think we need. BJ allocates his time to understanding what we actually need. He understands that his reputation is entirely driven by his success and understanding of the unique needs of the role."

Curtis S, President & CEO, 3.8 billion dollar Community Bank

“I have worked with a few recruitment professionals over my career and have found B.J. Berrettini to be the most thorough and professional of them all. B.J. Keeps the team updated on progress and does a full review of candidates to ensure the right fit. B.J. Will continue to be our go to search professional and I recommend him to all my peers.”

Jim D, CEO, 2 billion dollar Community Bank

“From the start, B.J. established the foundation for the partnership by investing his time heavily in understanding who we are. His diligence with us extended far beyond understanding the position; he took the time to fully understand our culture, and became fluent in the attributes that would make a C-level executive a great fit. The time he invested at the front end was apparent in the quality of the candidates he submitted.”

Ed M, Chairman & CEO, 1.2 billion dollar Community Bank

"B.J. is best in class. He is dedicated not only filling a role but making sure that the candidate and Bank are a good fit for each other. He does this by getting to know the candidate as well as he knows the client. B.J. never made me feel rushed when we spoke, was professional, kind and encouraging. I look forward to working with him going forward for years to come - from the other side of the process.”

Victoria K, SVP Director of Human Resources, 1.9 billion dollar Community Bank

"After nearly 2 decades at the same institution I was apprehensive about making a change. That was quickly washed away after speaking with Erin. The whole process was seamless from start to finish. Other recruiters contacted me, but I knew I had to work with Erin. She understood my wants and needs and was in my corner throughout. I will recommend all my colleagues, friends, and family Erin's way. Erin, thank you for making one of the hardest decisions I've ever had to make pain free!”

Ryan S. 1 billion dollar Community Bank