IESF

Firm Overview

International Executive Search Federation is one of the world’s most recognized international executive search groups / associations. Identifying talent and leadership in 50 offices and 25 countries, we are globally known as “The Local Experts” because we understand regional markets and their specific needs when it comes to executive recruitment. We offer a fully customized, local approach to search projects, based on culture, regional economics and the local candidate marketplace. We never seek to impose a “one-size-fits-all” solution. Our search process is optimized to the local culture. We operate in 15 sector practices that bring sector specific leadership and knowledge directly to the client. Because our members are not just capital city based but nationally based on capital city representation, we have a deep understanding of the way regional businesses operate and can deliver talent with the appropriate cultural fit. IESF Partners offers retained executive search services globally. We specialize in covering single, multi-country, regional and global assignments simultaneously. IESF Partners are professional human capital consultancy firms, tailored to their local markets and linked to 15 sector practices providing a complete range of assessment and consultancy services. This bilateral approach lets IESF partners go beyond the traditional macro-overview, by sharing insights on local/regional needs of the client’s business and applying grassroots knowledge in identifying talent and leadership with the right cultural fit. IESF provides a unified 360˚ human capital consulting solution that incorporates our partners’ international and multicultural values in delivering success. Executive Search is the very core of our business. We are a multi-specialist strategic partner to the world’s leading businesses, focused on identifying and attracting the top talent and leadership candidates that will become the building blocks of our clients’ success.

Average Time to Completion on Assignment

Depending per country/partner, between 2-3 months

News Briefings

Developing a Strong Employer Brand to Attract Executive Leaders

In today’s highly competitive job market, having a strong employer brand is essential for drawing in and keeping top-tier talent. It boosts an organization’s attractiveness, lowers hiring expenses, and increases both employee retention and satisfaction. A new report from the International Executive Search Federation (IESF) explores building a powerful employer brand to secure high-quality executive talent, supported...

How to Determine Return on Investment in Executive Search

Increasingly, decision-makers planning recruitment outsourcing and budgeting for the upcoming year are asking how to measure the return on investment (ROI) of hiring a new senior leader. This becomes even more challenging and crucial when executive-level recruitment is involved, according to a new report from the International Executive Search Federation (IESF)’s Ewa Adamczyk, a partner at...

Adapting to the Evolving Candidate Landscape

Executive search consultants continue to say that the landscape of recruitment is experiencing profound changes. Driven by technological advancements, evolving workforce demographics, and shifting candidate expectations, the candidate marketplace today presents both challenges and opportunities. To stay competitive, organizations must adapt their executive search strategies to navigate these new dynamics effectively, according to a recent...

Strategies for Engaging Millennials in the C-Suite

For HR professionals and business owners, the rise of the Millennial workforce represents both a challenge and an opportunity. Traditional management practices, workplace structures, and career paths often do not align with Millennials' expectations. This mismatch can lead to disconnects in recruitment, retention, and engagement strategies. However, by understanding the unique attributes and aspirations of...

The International Executive Search Federation Launches New Standardized Search Process

International Executive Search Federation (IESF) has unveiled a new initiative to standardize executive search processes across its global network. This comes after an intensive collaborative effort culminating in a unanimous agreement among partners during the 2023 annual general meeting. “The decision to standardize the search process underscores IESF’s dedication to fostering best practices and ethical standards...

Embracing Change and Innovation for Executive Search in 2024

With 2024 underway, the executive search and recruiting industry continues to evolve. The past few years, particularly marked by the COVID-19 pandemic, have ushered in significant shifts in workplace dynamics, technological advancements, and evolving candidate expectations. An article from Gertjan Van de Groep, global president of International Executive Search Federation (IESF) and country manager Netherlands, delves into...