Whether you are seeking a CHRO, CPO, HR Director or a specialist in DE&I or employee experience, we recognise that modern HR leadership demands far more than people skills. It requires strategic insight, the ability to lead change and an instinctive feel for organisational culture. That is where we add value.
In a world where hybrid working, digitalisation, diversity and shifting employee expectations are the norm, strong HR leadership is essential. HR is no longer merely supportive — it shapes direction. The right HR leader directly influences an organisation’s strategic orientation, agility and resilience.
Strategic HR leadership has moved from being a nice-to-have to being a prerequisite for success. The war for talent is intense: employees now look for purpose, inclusion and opportunities for development as much as for remuneration. Only leaders who combine vision with a genuine people focus will make an impact. They build the desired culture, secure continuity and keep organisations attractive to top talent today and in the future.
Through HR executive search Odgers connects organisations with leaders who understand this new reality, can navigate it and actively shape it. We believe the right leader does more than respond to change — they turn it into a strategic advantage.
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Find a consultant Make an enquiryExecutive search with us is not a box-ticking exercise. Finding a top HR leader starts with asking the right questions: What is your organisation’s mission? Where do you want to be in five years’ time? What culture does your team embody? Which leadership style will best serve those ambitions?
We always begin with a thorough culture and context analysis. We immerse ourselves in your organisation, interview stakeholders and map strategic priorities. Together we define the ideal leadership profile — not just in terms of experience, but also personality, values and drivers.
Only then do we go to market, equipped with psychometric insight, data analysis and in-depth interviews. We assess candidates not just on capability, but on who they are and how they will fit your specific context. Our shortlists are more than CV collections; they are strategic selections of people who can genuinely make a difference.
We call this consultative search — it delivers results for multinationals, scale-ups, public-sector bodies and non-profits alike. Real impact starts with the right people in the right roles.
Successful appointments begin with understanding. An HR leader is only truly effective if they fit the culture and strategic phase of your organisation. That is why we start with an in-depth analysis of your core values, leadership culture and growth objectives.
This culture analysis ensures we look beyond CVs and qualifications to consider behaviour, communication and vision. The result is a match that works functionally and endures. We refer to this as HR leadership alignment — the foundation for a productive and lasting partnership between leader and organisation.
With offices around the world and specialist consultants based in the Netherlands, we combine the best of both worlds. Looking for a CHRO in Amsterdam, a CPO in Berlin or a Global Head of HR in London? We can help. Our international HR executive search gives you access to a global talent pool while our locally rooted teams provide cultural nuance and contextual understanding. We know the markets you operate in, speak your language and the language of candidates — which makes our appointments quicker, more effective and more successful.
Intuition matters, but data provides direction. At Odgers we combine human expertise with technology. We deploy leadership analytics, behavioural science tools and psychometric assessments to look deeper than a CV. These tools enable us to evaluate potential leaders on their capacity for impact, change leadership, cultural sensitivity and strategic fit. This makes our selection process transparent and evidence-based. Executive search without data is guesswork; at Odgers we make it measurable and predictable.
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Explore OpportunitiesWe work with clients at board level and the layer immediately beneath. Examples include:
For every role we map the unique combination of competencies, experience and leadership style required to make a difference. Whether it’s CPO recruitment, CHRO search or DE&I executive search, we deliver candidates who align with your vision and future plans.
We also include interim assignments and transformational roles in our approach. Building a new HR function? Managing a reorganisation? We provide leaders who add value from day one. Our HR executive search goes beyond a job description — we look at your strategic roadmap and select leaders who can deliver it. That is how your people strategy comes to life.
HR leadership looks different in healthcare than in tech. What works in a public body may not work in a high-performance scale-up. We understand those nuances. Our HR executive search is tailored to your sector, pace and stage of development.
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With deep experience across these sectors, we understand the issues from ESG ambitions to employer-branding strategies. We factor in elements such as cultural sensitivity, change capacity, compliance requirements and technological maturity. The result: not just a hire, but a leader who fits your organisation and actively strengthens it, guiding sustainable growth.
The world of executive search is crowded. What sets us apart is our method. No rushed projects, no algorithmic shortcuts without context — just people-led work supported by technology. Depth, discretion and a sharp strategic focus.
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Odgers is not a recruiter in the narrow sense; we are an extension of your leadership team. We help you build organisations that are future-ready. We look beyond CVs to examine behaviour, motives and cultural fit. Our approach creates sustainable impact and strengthens leadership across your organisation for the long term.
Are you looking for an HR leader who does more than optimise processes — someone who provides direction for your organisation? Would you like to discuss a profile or hear how we help organisations like yours grow through leadership? Our consultants would be pleased to speak with you.
Whether you have a current vacancy or are simply curious about our approach, we are happy to explore your organisation’s future with you.
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