Executive & Specialist Search

Leadership and talent for complex industrial environments.

K-EN

“Kintsugi-EN”

Recognising value in times of transition, rebuilding complexity, and creating connections that foster growth, trust and continuity.

What We Do

We identify and align leadership and specialist talent in complex organisations.

Our work covers both senior leadership roles and critical specialist positions, particularly in industrial and technical environments where expertise, reliability and context matter.

  • Executive Search

    We support companies in selecting senior leaders who define direction, governance and performance.

  • Specialist Search

    We identify highly skilled professionals in technical, operational and functional roles that are critical to execution.

20 +

Years of combined recruitment experience

800 +

Recruitment processes managed across Europe

6000 +

Professionals in our curated network

96 %

Retention rate of placed candidates after 12 months

Executive Search & Leadership Advisory

Senior leadership and C-suite recruitment

Industrial Insight Advisory

Engineers and specialized technical staff

Specialist Search Advisory

Managers and experienced professionals

Cross-Border
Advisory

European and international hiring processes

Employment Law Advisory

Support on labor law matters with in-house legal expertise

How We Work

Our process is simple and thoughtful, designed to ensure clarity, precision and alignment at every stage of the search.

Integrated legal advisory is embedded within our process to support critical employment decisions, providing guidance on contractual structures, employment terms and compliance aspects during key phases of the hiring process.

Understand the Need

  • Company strategy

  • Culture

  • Team dynamics

Rigorous Evaluation

  • Assessment of competence

  • Leadership potential

  • Cultural and role fit

Offer & Employment Support

  • Offer negotiation

  • Support in structuring employment terms

  • Legal support on employment contracts and contractual frameworks

  • Advisory on employment conditions, clauses and compliance aspects

Targeted Search

  • Activation of a curated network

  • Selective candidate searching

  • Deep market exploration

Shortlist & Selection

  • Curated shortlist

  • Support throughout the final evaluation

Onboarding

  • Support to ensure a smooth integration

  • Preparing key documentation for a smooth hiring process

  • Legal guidance on onboarding documentation and employment formalities

  • Support on regulatory and contractual aspects during the initial employment phase

Industries

We work with industrial and technology-driven organizations operating in complex and evolving environments.

Our sector focus reflects direct experience within manufacturing, engineering and process-driven industries, where leadership effectiveness is closely tied to operational understanding, governance and execution.

We support companies across these sectors in identifying and securing talent aligned with their strategic and organizational context.

  • Investment Banking

    Companies operating in advisory, financing and execution across public and private capital markets. It includes investment banks, advisory firms involved in M&A, debt and equity financing, restructuring andstrategic transactions. We support the identification of senior executives and specialists with strong technical expertise, transaction experience and international exposure.

  • Private Capital

    Firms investing in private markets across equity and credit strategies. It includes private equity funds, venture capital firms, private debt and special situations investors, as well as family offices and independent sponsors. We focus on profiles combining investment discipline, sector expertise and the ability to drive performance within portfolio companies.

  • Wealth & Assets Mgmt

    Istitutions managing financal assets on behalf of institutional and private clients. This segment includes asset management companies, wealth managers, private banks and multi-family offices operating across public markets and advisory services. We identify professionals with strong market knowledge, client coverage capabilities and a proventrack record in managing and growing assets.

  • Information Technology & Digital


    Technology companies developing software, systems and digital platforms. This includes providers of industrial software, automation and control systems, ERP and MES solutions, data analytics and platforms supporting manufacturing, supply chain and engineering processes.

  • Industrial Machinery & Equipment

    Manufacturers of machinery, components and industrial equipment operating across global markets. It includes producers of custom and standard machinery for sectors such as metalworking, packaging, plastics, food processing and industrial plants. We support the identification of executives and specialists with strong technical expertise, project management capabilities and experience in international industrial environments.

  • Automation & Robotics & Mechatronics

    Companies developing automated systems, robotics and integrated mechatronic solutions for industrial processes. This segment includes robotics manufacturers, system integrators, automation specialists and companies focused on Industry 4.0 solutions. It covers technologies related to motion control, sensors, PLC systems and digital integration of production processes.

  • Mechanical Components & Systems

    This segment includes producers of precision components, castings, forgings, valves, transmissions and engineered parts supplying OEMs across multiple industries. It also covers subcontracting and contract manufacturing businesses with strong operational and production capabilities. We identify professionals with deep expertise in manufacturing processes, supply chain management, quality systems and operational efficiency.

  • Energy & Environmental Services

    Companies operating across energy, environmental and sustainability sectors, including power generation, renewable energy, utilities and environmental services. This segment includes power generation, renewable energy, waste management, water treatment and environmental services. We support the identification of professionals with strong operational, regulatory and technical expertise in complex and highly regulated environments.

  • Healthcare & Diagnostic

    Organizations delivering healthcare services and diagnostic solutions (hospital groups, private clinics, diagnostic laboratories, imaging centers), where leadership directly impacts operational excellence and clinical quality.

  • Pharmaceutical & Biotech

    Companies operating across pharma & biotech, CDMO (contract development and manufacturing organizations) and vaccines. We engage with companies navigating complex quality and regulatory affairs, scaling production capabilities and bringing new therapies to market.

  • Life Sciences & R&D

    Organizations operating at the intersection of science, engineering and industrial production, supporting the development and scaling complex technologies and materials. This includes specialty chemicals, life science intermediates, research centers and contract research organizations, as well as companies focused on process development and industrial scale-up.

  • Oil & Gas Industry

    Companies operating across the oil & gas value chain, from upstream to downstream activities. This includes exploration & production (E&P), drilling services, midstream infrastructure (transportation, storage) and downstream operations such as refining and distribution. It also covers service companies and contractors supporting the sector.

  • Industrial & Specialty Chemicals

    Companies involved in the production and transformation of chemical products across industrial applications. This segment includes specialty chemicals, industrial chemicals, intermediates and performance products. We support the identification of professionals with strong process expertise, regulatory awareness and experience in managing complex production environments where safety, quality and efficiency are critical.

  • Advanced & Traditional Materials

    Manufacturers of advanced and traditional materials, such as metals, polymers, composites, advanced and engineered materials that play a key role in product performance and industrial innovation. These companies often operate at the intersection of engineering, production and application development. We focus on professionals with strong technical and industrial backgrounds, combining product knowledge, manufacturing expertise and an understanding of end-use applications.

  • Engineering Design & Technical Services

    Firms providing engineering, design and technical consulting services to industrial clients. This includes EPC contractors, engineering firms and technical service providers supporting industrial plants, infrastructure and complex industrial projects across multiple sectors. We support the selection of professionals with strong engineering backgrounds, proven project execution experience and the ability to operate effectively within complex, cross-functional environments.

  • Construction & General Contracting

    Companies involved in construction, infrastructure development and large-scale project execution. This segment includes general contractors, construction firms and companies operating in civil works, infrastructure and complex building projects. We support the identification of executives and specialists with strong project management capabilities, operational control and experience in managing complex, multi-stakeholder environments.

  • Building Materials & Products


    Manufacturers of materials used in construction and industrial applications: cement, concrete, steel, glass, insulation, ceramics and other construction-related materials. These companies are often industrial in nature, with strong links to manufacturing and supply chains. We focus on profiles combining industrial expertise, product knowledge and commercial capabilities across domestic and international markets.

  • Building Technologies & Systems

    Companies providing technical systems and solutions integrated into buildings. This segment includes HVAC, electrical systems, building automation, safety systems and other technical installations that contribute to the performance and efficiency of buildings. We identify professionals with engineering backgrounds and experience in system integration, technical sales and project execution.

  • Consumer Goods, Retail & Distribution

    Companies producing and distributing consumer products across physical and digital channels, including FMCG, food & beverage, personal care and retail. These organizations operate complex supply chains with a strong focus on product, branding, customer experience and channel management. We identify executives and specialists in product, operations, supply chain, commercial and digital roles, able to perform in multi-channel environments.

  • Logistics, Distribution & Supply Chain

    Companies managing the movement, storage and distribution of goods across global and regional supply chains. This segment includes logistics operators, transportation providers, warehousing and distribution companies, as well as businesses offering integrated supply chain solutions. We identify professionals with strong operational, organizational and process management capabilities, able to operate in complex, time-critical and efficiency-driven environments.