At Wirz & Partners, we specialize in executive search, focusing on CEO, Managing Director, and C-level search across Europe & Switzerland’s top industries. As a retained search firm, we combine a deep understanding of the local market with global reach to ensure that your leadership team is equipped with the right talent to drive both immediate results and long-term success.
With our personalized and highly consultative approach, we stand apart from larger international search firms like Egon Zehnder, Heidrick & Struggles, Russell Reynolds, and Korn Ferry. We offer agile, client-specific strategies that larger, more standardized firms often cannot provide, ensuring the best cultural fit and strategic alignment for your business.
Why Choose Us for CEO & Managing Director Search?
We recognize that selecting a CEO or Managing Director is a pivotal decision. Our team dedicates time to understanding your company’s culture, industry dynamics, and strategic objectives, ensuring we find leaders who align perfectly with your mission. Unlike larger competitors, we provide bespoke solutions that reflect your business’s unique challenges.
Our approach goes beyond immediate recruitment needs. We actively help our clients with succession planning, ensuring the long-term sustainability of your leadership pipeline. We benchmark internal candidates against external market leaders, helping to develop future CEOs while keeping an eye on top talent in the market. This ensures your business is always prepared for the future, regardless of external or internal changes.
With a deep understanding of the Global, European and Swiss market, we bring access to the finest leadership talent across the globe. Our search process spans industries and regions, ensuring that we identify the best-fit candidates for your business. Whether you’re seeking a seasoned CEO in Europe, Switzerland- Zurich or a strategic Managing Director in Geneva, we provide the reach of a global search with the nuanced understanding of a local specialist.
We are committed to helping companies build diverse and inclusive leadership teams. By focusing on gender, ethnicity, and experience diversity, we help clients create stronger, more innovative boards and executive teams. Our approach ensures that every search integrates the best diverse talent, resulting in more dynamic, well-rounded leadership.
Our Top Industries
We have proven expertise in delivering executive search solutions across Europe & Switzerland’s leading industries:
Our Approach vs. The Big Names
Unlike for example Egon Zehnder or Heidrick & Struggles, we provide a highly customized service tailored to the specific needs of each client. Large firms often prioritize scale, but we focus on building long-term relationships and offering personalized attention throughout the search process. This flexibility allows us to move faster and adapt to changing market conditions, providing you with high-caliber leadership without delay.
Why our CEO Search Stands Out
Partner with Us to find visionary CEOs and Managing Directors who will lead your organization through growth and transformation. Contact us today to discuss your executive search needs.
We understand the importance of emotional intelligence (EQ), potential analyses and ethical and cultural matches for sustainable appointments. We specialise in understanding the unique challenges of your business, regardless of development stage or industry.
Our proprietary W-SCIAF methodology guarantees customised solutions that go far beyond the mere selection and screening of candidates. Our clients range from start-ups and SMEs to major international corporations and local sales companies.
As a European headhunting team deeply rooted in Switzerland, we have an in-depth understanding of the local business landscape and a valuable network. We place great emphasis on building relationships on global, European and within the Swiss market, providing specific insights and strategies tailored to the nuances of the industries.
We ensure that you are one step ahead of the competition by placing well-known executives and board members in key positions.