Headhunter Germany & DACH — Nigel Wright Talent Experts
Specialist headhunter in Germany
Nigel Wright Group is Europe’s number one consumer industry executive search headhunter firm, with over 35 years of experience supporting companies in filling positions at the highest level. As a trusted executive recruiting firm, we work closely with clients across Germany to identify and attract highly qualified leaders for critical senior-level roles. Both clients and candidates benefit from our deep industry knowledge, extensive networks, and consistently high standards of service.
In addition to CEO, MD, and other general leadership roles, we recruit executives in Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain & Procurement, Engineering & Manufacturing, Human Resources, IT, and Finance. Our services include permanent and interim recruitment, leadership consulting, talent mapping, succession planning, and employer branding strategies that ensure long-term success.
To discuss your hiring needs or learn more about our recruitment services, please contact us directly or use the chat function below. Candidates interested in a new challenge should send us their CVs for a confidential conversation with one of our consultants.
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Our track record as headhunters in Germany
As a senior executive headhunter firm, we support a wide range of clients in Germany. Our partnerships include start-ups, SMEs, and global corporations in the Home & Personal Care, Fashion & Lifestyle, Homeware, Food, Drinks, Consumer Electronics, DIY, Ecommerce & Retail, Travel & Leisure, and Toys & Children sectors.
From board and C-suite appointments to regional directors and functional leadership roles, we are trusted by multinational corporations, private equity-backed firms, and family-owned businesses to deliver leaders who bring strategic insight and operational excellence.
Recent client success stories
At the most senior level, we’ve successfully placed multiple C-suite executives, including the Chief Operating Officer at CWS Hygiene International, a key hire responsible for the operational delivery and international performance of the hygiene solutions group.
For TEVEO, a fast-growing tech business, we delivered a suite of senior leadership appointments including a CFO, Chief Digital Officer, and International Country Director tasked with spearheading their European expansion.
We’ve also supported high-profile financial leadership roles. These include Interim CFOs for Christian Dior Couture and IIP Neon, as well as Finance Director placements at CinemaxX Entertainment and Puig.
Our confidential Finance Director searches for TEVEO, Original Wagner Pizza, and Vermaat Group further highlight our expertise in placing trusted financial leaders capable of managing complex, multi-market operations.
In the consumer and retail sectors, our executive placements span some of the most recognisable brands. We appointed Marketing Directors at animonda petcare, Merlin Entertainments, and Toyota Deutschland, with responsibilities ranging from brand strategy to digital transformation.
Our appointment of a Global Sales Director at Thomas Sabo and a Sales Director at Pandora are examples of our ability to secure senior commercial leaders who can grow premium retail and lifestyle brands in competitive international markets.
Sales and marketing leadership is a key strength.
We placed the Commercial & Marketing Director at CFP Brands and its Interim equivalent during a critical transition period. For Peter Kölln, we recruited both a permanent and interim Business Unit Director.
These placements required deep market knowledge and a rigorous understanding of the leadership challenges involved in managing international portfolios.
Our reach extends into food, drink, and hospitality too.
We’ve appointed Directors and Heads of Sales at GB Foods, Suntory Global Spirits, and Schwarze und Schlichte, each driving commercial strategy across the DACH region.
In hospitality and leisure, we delivered a confidential COO for DSR Hotel Holding and a Director of Operations Germany for TeamSport, overseeing operational excellence and customer experience across high-footfall locations.
Our experience also includes placing senior sales professionals such as the Export Director at Schwarze und Schlichte, the Regional Sales Director DACH at Careismatic Brands, and the Country Sales Director at RELX International.
These roles required cross-functional leadership and extensive knowledge of local and regional sales environments.
In the industrial and B2B space, we’ve appointed the Interim COO at Teepack Spezialmaschinen and the Operations Director at Großekathöfer Convenience Food. These placements support supply chain continuity, manufacturing efficiency, and international service delivery.
Our executive search capabilities are also trusted by innovation-led businesses. At EcoG, a growing player in EV charging technology, we placed their CFO to strengthen financial governance and scale the business internationally.
Similarly, at CoreLogic, we appointed a Sales Director to accelerate their software offering across new verticals.
What unites these diverse mandates is our consultative and strategic approach. We take time to understand our clients’ business models, organisational culture, and growth ambitions. This enables us to attract, assess, and secure executive talent that not only meets the role’s requirements but aligns with the long-term vision of the business.
With a proven ability to deliver across sectors, Nigel Wright Group is a partner of choice for executive search in Germany. Our in-depth market knowledge, extensive candidate networks, and commitment to high-quality service ensure we consistently deliver successful outcomes for our clients and candidates alike.
Searching for headhunters in Germany?
If you’re seeking headhunters for senior executives or require the expertise of headhunters for executive positions, we can help. Nigel Wright is recognised among top Germany headhunters for our ability to source candidates with the right leadership capabilities and cultural fit.
To begin the search process with a leading executive search firm, contact us using the email address below. A team member will respond on the same working day and connect you with a relevant consultant.
Düsseldorf Office
Telephone: +49 211 8823 0897
Email: marketingdept@nigelwright.com
Address: Benrather Karree, Benrather Strasse 18-20, 40213 Düsseldorf, Germany