Mercuri Urval

About Us

MU is a leading global company in Executive Search and Leadership Advisory. Our basic belief is that having the right leaders performing the right tasks is the most decisive factor for an organisation’s success.

For nearly 60 years, we have been dedicated to helping organisations exceed their goals and drive sustainable growth. MU is recognized for effective recruitment, selection, and development of leaders. We also offer tailored leadership advisory services for each client’s unique context and needs.

The company was founded and headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, but is active in over 60 countries. Thanks to our global network, we combine local expertise with international reach.

MU is different from other firms because we work with a unique and proprietary method. By using our research-validated MU Leader Selection Science®, we help our clients ensure long-term leadership success and inclusive workplaces. Our independent MU Research Institute develops and tests our methods with evidence-based research.

MU is consistently recognized as one of the top global firms in Executive Search and advisory and is a proud member of the Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants.

MU adheres to the highest standards of quality and ethical practices and is ISO 10667 certified, underscoring our commitment to fair, reliable, and objective leadership decisions.

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Our People

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Mercuri Urval serves more than 3000 clients in over 60 countries worldwide, cutting across all sectors and sizes. What is connecting them? They all seek improved results through people. Regardless of whether the client is large and global or small and local, Mercuri Urval´s combination of global reach, local presence and extensive experience makes us a strong partner.

Visit https://mercuriurval.com/global/contact/our-people/ to find a consultant close to you!

Who should be your new Executive?

These are the kind of decisions our consultants live for, and with our proven methods at hand, we are confident in making the right choice for you. Our experts will work discretely, systematically and diligently to exceed your expectations. Our experience in successfully delivering more than 2000 executive and top management search assignments a year mean we know how to get it right. So from your next CEO, to a key executive in your team, we will find the leaders that will take you into the future. We exist to make sure organisations always have the right people capabilities in place so they deliver the best possible results

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Solutions And Expertise

Since 1967, our mission has been to help leaders become more successful and deliver the best possible results for their organisation. The core of Mercuri Urval is still our advisory capacity and our unique competence in finding, selecting and developing the right professionals and executives that fulfill our clients’ needs.

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  • Advertising
  • All Functions
  • Board/Governance
  • Business Development
  • CEO/President
  • Communications/PR
  • Construction
  • Customer Service
  • Data/Analytics
  • Development
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Finance/Accounting
  • General Management
  • GM/Operations
  • Government
  • Healthcare
  • Human Resources
  • Information/Digital
  • Invest. Mgmt./Banking
  • Investor Relations
  • Legal/Compliance
  • Manufacturing
  • Marketing & Sales
  • Medical/Clinical
  • Research & Develop.
  • Risk Management
  • Supply Chain

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News Briefings

Mercuri Urval Appoints Five New Partners

Stockholm, Sweden-based executive search firm Mercuri Urval (MU) has appointed five new partners made up of a diverse group of experts, representing three nationalities. The new partners are Dennis Tanke, Isabella Valentini, Irena Schierjott, Florian Knorn, and Anne Zhang. “Becoming a partner in MU means to be recognized as exceptionally trusted by clients and colleagues, and it

Mercuri Urval Expands Search Staff

Stockholm, Sweden-based executive search firm Mercuri Urval (MU) has expanded with the addition of Anne Zhang as partner and director. “We’re thrilled to welcome Anne back to the MU family,” said Julia Larsen-Disney, director and team leader MU China. “Her extensive expertise in leadership and talent management, combined with her deep knowledge of the Greater China region, will

Solving the Diversity Challenge in Executive Recruitment

The goal of executive recruitment is to select the most qualified candidate for the position. Leaders have a huge impact on an organization’s people, health and results. Research from Mercuri Urval (MU) has shown that a failed leader appointment costs, at least, a staggering 30 times their salary and the wrong leader may even prove fatal

Achieving True Diversity: The Power of Inclusion and Evidence-Based Recruitment Strategies

Mercuri Urval is a global executive search and talent advisory firm headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden. The firm was founded in 1967. Today, Mercuri Urval works with more than 3,000 clients – across all sectors – in over 70 countries every year. It is the only global executive search and leadership advisory firm based in the

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Press Releases

MU announces appointment of new Group Director

We are happy to announce that Julia Larsen-Disney in MU China has been appointed as Group Director. Julia is a seasoned international executive search and leadership advisory leader, based in Shanghai, where she serves as Group & Team Director and Director of MU China at Mercuri Urval, partnering with global clients across automotive, e-mobility, and advanced technology. With more

MU announces appointment of new Group Director

We are happy to announce that Sanna Aikio in MU Finland has been appointed as Group Director. Sanna is a Group Director and Team Leader at Mercuri Urval, based in Oulu, Finland, where she has partnered with clients across energy, industrial, logistics, and public sectors since joining the firm in 2015. She brings strong expertise in executive search, leadership

Mercuri Urval Partner Anne Zhang Kristensen joins as new AESC APAC Council Member

February 3rd, 2026 – Mercuri Urval is a proud member of Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants (AESC), the standard-setting association for the executive search and leadership consulting profession. We are delighted to share that Anne Zhang Kristensen is joining as a new Council Member and is honored to serve on the AESC APAC

MU Partners With AESC to Join its Global Membership of Leading Executive Search and Leadership Advisory Firms

We are pleased to announce that MU has been selected to join Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants (AESC), the global professional association representing excellence in executive search and leadership advisory solutions. Our acceptance follows a rigorous vetting process, including reference checks, site visits, votes by AESC regional councils and commitment to AESC Code of Professional

Bell Oaks Partners with MU to Expand Executive Search Services Internationally

MU is pleased to announce a new cooperation with Bell Oaks Executive Search, a renowned Executive Search firm based in Atlanta. This strategic decision aims to enhance Bell Oaks’ global reach while strengthening MU’s Americas’ team industry sector and consulting expertise. Bell Oaks will now offer international search services for their clients, extending their capabilities