About Us
Markets change. Technology evolves. Talent needs shift. Our commitment to the people we work with stays the same.
Our Mission
Building Lasting Relationships. Delivering the Right Talent.
At Madison-Davis, our mission is to build lasting relationships through strategic guidance, integrity, transparency, and personalized service. We are committed to being a reliable and trusted partner to our clients and candidates.
We believe that a placement is the result of our dedication to constantly improving our processes and strengthening our relationships. Our relentless determination to fill roles is based on a keen understanding of the active candidate market, ensuring we deliver high-quality talent for both permanent and temporary positions.
Who We Are
A Legacy of Expertise. A Future of Possibility.
Recognized as a leading Compliance & AML contract and executive search firm in the country, Madison-Davis has built its reputation on specialized expertise, trusted relationships, and results. With roots dating back to 1982 in equipment leasing and commercial finance, the firm has evolved, expanding its expertise and capabilities across new markets.
Today, Madison-Davis is a specialized recruiting and contract consulting partner serving financial services, banking, professional services, and technology. Combining deep market knowledge, a strong talent network, and a relationship-led approach, we help organizations solve complex hiring and capacity challenges while connecting professionals with meaningful opportunities.
Our Commitment
Better Hiring Starts with a Broader Perspective.
We believe strong hiring starts with looking beyond the obvious and recognizing potential in all its forms. We partner with employers to identify qualified candidates, expand talent pools, and build teams with the skills and perspectives needed to succeed.
By focusing on the qualifications that matter most and recognizing where skills can be developed, we help our clients approach hiring with greater flexibility, uncover new talent, and make thoughtful, long-term hiring decisions.
What We Know Best
Expertise in Highly Specialized Markets
Questions for Us?
For Job Seekers
No. Candidates do not pay Madison-Davis to search or apply for opportunities through our recruiting team.
No. If you’re open to hearing about the right opportunity, connecting with a recruiter can help you understand what’s happening in your market and what options may be available.
Madison-Davis works with organizations across traditional finance, fintech and decentralized finance, healthcare, technology, consumer, and industrial sectors. Opportunities vary by specialty and current client needs.
Yes. Madison-Davis recruits across a wide range of career levels, including senior leadership and executive searches. The specific levels vary by practice area and opportunity.
Yes. Madison-Davis works with professionals interested in contract consulting as well as direct-hire positions. Consulting can provide opportunities to apply specialized skills to specific projects, initiatives, and business needs.
Yes. You can share your resume with Madison-Davis so our recruiting team has your information as relevant opportunities emerge.
For Employers
They Say It Best
Why Madison-Davis?
Madison-Davis was great to work with. They were transparent throughout the process and especially valuable at the offer stage. We walked through exactly what they were communicating to HR together so nothing was lost in translation. They were a trusted advisor through the interviews and all the way through onboarding.
What I valued most was the advice. I’m early in my career, and my recruiter gave me an honest, objective read on the market and which path made sense for me at this stage. We walked through how specific opportunities would or wouldn’t move my career forward. It never felt like I was being pushed toward a role just to fill it.
My recruiter at Madison-Davis was a tremendous resource. Thanks to him and the whole team I was able to land a banking job in just a few months. I’d recommend them to anyone looking in banking and finance.
Hands down the best recruiter I’ve worked with. Before I was ever submitted, we went through my whole background together and figured out which parts were most relevant to the role, so I was presented the right way from the start. That made a difference in how the first conversation went, and it’s not something other recruiters had ever bothered to do.
A pleasure to work with during my job search. My recruiter did an excellent job preparing me for interviews, was extremely knowledgeable, and was on top of everything from the introductory call through the offer. He made what can be a difficult process practically painless.
We have had an excellent experience partnering with Madison-Davis for both consultant and full-time hiring needs. Whenever we provide a new opening, their team responds with impressive speed, consistently delivering qualified candidates for review and interview within a short timeframe.
What sets Madison-Davis apart is their professionalism, industry knowledge, and understanding of the specific skills and qualifications required for each role. They take the time to understand our hiring needs and consistently present candidates who are well aligned with our expectations, saving us valuable time in the recruiting process.
Very hands on from beginning to end. I was prepped before every interview and debriefed after each one, so I always knew where I stood and what to adjust for the next round. When it got to the offer stage they helped me think through the numbers and the timing, which took a lot of the stress out of it.
Working with Madison-Davis has been a positive experience. Bill and the team bring professionalism, clear communication, and a personal touch that makes you feel valued. I appreciate their support and commitment to understanding my background and career goals.
My recruiter went the extra mile to help and guide me to a great opportunity in my field. He took a real interest in helping me reach my goals, and it showed at every step.
My recruiter was a great recruiter from top to bottom. He was an enthusiastic supporter of me and my career when presenting me to the firm, and he walked me through a long and demanding process without ever losing sight of the fact that both sides have their own day-to-day challenges. He stayed on top of everything and kept a sense of humor about it. I’d work with him again without hesitation.
Market Intelligence
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