Executive Search for Senior and Leadership Roles
Confidential, research-led search for senior managers, directors and technical leaders across the UAE and GCC.
Leadership Hiring
Senior Hires That Shape the Business
Leadership roles are rarely filled by advertising. They need targeted research, discreet approaches and careful assessment.
The best candidates for senior roles are usually employed and not actively looking. Executive search identifies them through market mapping and direct, confidential approaches, then assesses leadership capability, sector experience and fit with your business before anyone reaches your shortlist.
We run executive search for project directors, operations and general managers, engineering leads, HR and finance heads, and other senior roles for employers in the UAE and GCC. For a full overview see our Executive Search Services page, or submit your requirement below.
Who This Is For
Employers We Support With Executive Search
Contractors & developers
Engineering consultancies
Energy & utilities companies
Hospitality groups
Logistics & supply chain companies
Family businesses
Multinationals entering the region
How It Works
Our Executive Search Process
01
Scope the Requirement
We confirm roles, headcount, skill level, salary range, location and required start date with your team.
02
Source & Screen
We search our UAE and Kenya candidate networks and screen for skills, experience and documentation.
03
Shortlist & Select
You receive a shortlist of screened candidates and interview the people you want to hire.
04
Mobilise & Onboard
We coordinate offers, documentation, visa steps and travel so selected candidates arrive ready to start.
Roles & Coverage
Sectors for Senior Hiring
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Tell Us About Your Executive Search Requirement
Share the roles, number of personnel, work location and preferred start date. Our team will review your requirement and come back to you with the right delivery route.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Questions About Executive Search
What roles are suited to executive search?
Senior and leadership positions such as directors, general managers, project directors and department heads, as well as scarce specialist roles.
Is executive search confidential?
Yes. We approach candidates discreetly and can run searches without disclosing your company name until the appropriate stage.
Can you search internationally?
Yes. We can search in the UAE, the wider GCC and international markets depending on the role.
How is the service priced?
Direct Recruitment is charged as a one-time placement fee. Full Recruitment is priced as mobilisation costs plus three months’ advance and a 10% fee. We confirm the details for your requirement before work starts.
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