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AP Executive offers guidance and solutions covering the full recruitment process.
EXECUTIVE SEARCH IN GERMANY
At AP Executive, we take real pride being the executive search firm of choice for the majority of our clients, and the favoured executive recruitment consultants for our candidates. We have been filling top executive jobs since 1990, for permanent, temporary and contract recruitment in Germany.
As the legal and financial services sectors become increasingly integral to businesses, firms in Germany remain in need of experienced professionals with the knowledge and agility to meet the specific requirements of executive roles.
We offer flexible, bespoke executive search and recruitment solutions across a wide range of legal and financial roles, utilising our extensive network, comprehensive research capabilities and in-depth market knowledge.
Sectors We Cover...
Latest Jobs
Permanent
Bahrain
Chief Technology Officer, Wholesale Banking - Bahrain
A start-up wholesale bank in Bahrain with a “digital first” approach is looking for a chief technology officer to be responsible for defining, building, and maintaining the end-to-end technology stack for the bank. As a key member of the executive team, the CTO will oversee the architecture, deve...
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Permanent
Bahrain
Products Manager, Digital Wholesale Bank - Bahrain
A start-up wholesale bank in Bahrain with a “digital first” approach is looking for a products manager. This new position will lead the definition, design, and development of the bank’s product suite, ensuring delivery of high-quality, client-centric solutions that support the Bank’s core offeri...
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Permanent
St. Gallen
Financial Controller, Commercial - St Gallen
An international B2B life sciences manufacturing company based in St Gallen area is looking to hire a Financial Controller. This interesting and busy role is to ensure the procedures for financial recording, reporting and forecasting. Be responsible for monthly, quarterly and annual financial st...
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Permanent
Bahrain
IT Architect, Digital Bank - Bahrain
A start-up wholesale digital bank with a “digital first” approach is looking for an IT Architect to be based in Bahrain. This new role is to be responsible for the design and architecture of the bank’s core technology stack, ensuring that all systems — internal and external — are secure, scalabl...
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Permanent
Guernsey
Operational Risk Manager, Banking, Trust, Funds - Guernsey
Our client is a global financial services provider offering banking, trust, funds and corporate services solutions to a multi-jurisdictional client base. For their significant Guernsey office we are looking for an operational risk manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintai...
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Permanent
Mexico
Senior Tax Manager, Private School - Mexico
An international Group of Private Schools is looking to hire a senior tax manager to lead and manage tax operations for its regional entities in Mexico. The successful candidate will oversee international tax compliance, reporting, planning, and risk management across the region, ensuring adheren...
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Permanent
Zurich
Senior Fintech Lawyer (Swiss qualified), Law Firm - Zurich
Our client, a leading law firm is seeking to hire a senior fintech lawyer for its corporate legal department for its Zurich office. The firm specialises in a full spectrum of litigation and arbitration matters, business law, tax advisory, notarial services, relocation, residence permits, real est...
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Permanent
Zurich
Senior Funds Lawyer (Swiss qualified), Law Firm - Zurich
A leading law firm is seeking to hire a senior funds lawyer for its corporate legal department in Zurich. Our client specialises in a full spectrum of litigation and arbitration matters, business law, tax advisory, notarial services, relocation, residence permits, real estate, M&A, trusts, founda...
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OUR SPECIALIST SERVICES
Global & Germany Team
With a vast presence across Europe and the rest of the world, we are in a unique position to support you with your executive job search needs. We have a solid track record of success, not only in Germany but also across the globe.
Top Executive Recruiters
AP Executive is a world-renowned and highly regarded executive recruitment agency. We support a wide range of clients, including some of the most elite in the industry who trust us with their executive hiring needs. Our executive headhunters source unique talent to drive innovation within your firm.
Consultative Approach
We source exceptional executives to successfully lead your organisation. Our global search consultants focus on identifying senior-level talent, whose skills and personal attributes will make a noticeable different to the success of your firm.
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See What They Say
"Thank you for your superb executive search services this year, which go well beyond even your high-quality competitors that I experienced in the past over 30 years. Not only you go the extra mile during your bread and butter business, but you have an amazing creativity beyond that, which reminds me of the most successful entrepreneurs. The way you added value whilst putting together my challenging and complex business plan for the years to come was quite an unusual experience to me. I enjoyed our journey a lot and am looking forward to more."
Managing Director
Global Private Bank
"AP Executive have been, and continue to be, the recruitment partner of choice for our organisation internationally"
CEO
Global Asset Management Firm
"AP Executive is truly a standout in the world of international executive search. With offices spanning London, Luxembourg, Paris, Zurich, Geneva, Dubai, Toronto, Singapore, the Channel Islands, and Cyprus, they are a global leader in their field. Their unmatched expertise in trust and corporate services, family office, asset management, fintech, crypto, blockchain, funds, investment banking, legal, and accountancy recruitment has earned them a stellar reputation. Having built an impressive global client portfolio, AP Executive consistently delivers exceptional placements within the finance and global wealth management sectors. Their commitment to excellence and focus on quality candidates sets them apart. "
Relationship Manager
Global Private Bank, Switzerland
"AP Executive’s team of friendly, knowledgeable and connected consultants were invaluable in helping me take my career to the next level"
Senior Relationship Manager
International Private Bank
"You assisted me with my search for an international financial center position. I found you to be diligent and determined when pursuing opportunities on my behalf.The consultant I dealt with demonstrated integrity at all times and only presented me with relevant positions that I was interested in. She responds to all correspondence promptly and is an excellent negotiator - every request I made was fulfilled. She is also genuine, honest and empathetic - qualities that are rare in the world of professional recruitment.I highly recommend AP Executive as a recruitment firm. They are true international financial center specialists."
Lawyer
Sydney (Australia)
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