Executive Recruitment in Germany

AP Executive is a global executive recruitment firm established in 1990. Since our inception, we have gone on to open up offices across the globe, including in locations as far reaching as Gibraltar, Hong Kong and Panama.

With an unparalleled talent network, we provide businesses with the experienced professionals they need to elevate their firm to new heights. Aside from filling executive positions, we also offer talent management, development and engagement services, to ensure your employees are performing to their greatest capabilities.

Our services are personalised, discreet and professional. We pride ourselves on being able to match talent not solely on the requirements of the position, but also on the style and culture of the organisation.

Our clientele includes world-leading wealth management firms, investment banks, asset managers, private office companies, blue-chip companies and more. We are dedicated to offering the most superior levels of customer satisfaction, no matter the size or type of executive services you require.

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ABOUT US

Expert Executive Headhunters

At AP Executive, we proactively source and supply executive talent for Germany’s financial services sector. Our knowledge of the sector is second-to-none, enabling us to provide you with comprehensive support at all stages of the process.

We are proud of our positive track record, which includes countless successful placements for roles within the compliance, risk management, corporate services and wealth planning sectors, amongst many others.

Whether you need to fill your latest executive vacancies or are searching for some of the best executive jobs in Germany, contact AP Executive for a confidential discussion about your needs.

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HISTORY

Location
Paris

AP Executive opens an office in Paris, France

2022
Achievement
APSCo

AP Group became members of APSCo (the Association of Professional Staffing Companies) - UK’s leading professional recruitment industry body.

2016
Location
Canada

AP Executive opens an office in Toronto, Canada.

2016
Achievement
Corporate Vision Award

In August, AP Group won the prestigious 2016 Corporate Vision Award in the category: Best Global Recruitment Specialists.

2016
Location
Luxembourg

AP Executive opens office in Luxembourg

2016
Achievement
Corporate LiveWire Global Awards

In May, AP Executive won the Corporate LiveWire Global Awards 2016 in the “Recruitment Services Provider To The Finance Sector” category.

2016
Achievement
Offshore Excellence Awards

In February, AP Executive added another feather to its cap by winning the 2016 Offshore Excellence Awards in the “Best in Offshore Wealth Management Recruitment” category.

2016
Achievement
Corporate Intl Global Awards

Recognised for the second time in three years, AP Executive once again won the Corporate Intl Global Awards in the category: International Recruitment Specialist Firm of the Year.

2016
Achievement
Corporate Intl Global Awards - 2014

In 2014, AP Executive was named as the "International Recruitment Specialist Firm of the Year in Switzerland" by Corporate Intl.

2014
Location
Singapore

AP Executive established a new office in Singapore.

2014
Location
Cyprus - Limassol

In June, AP Group opened an office in Limassol, Cyprus. Its function is to support the group's offices and the divisions globally. And as a private holding company.

2012
Location
Zurich

In February, AP Executive opened an office in Zurich. The office services the Germanic cantons of Switzerland and Liechtenstein.

2009
Milestone
AP Group - New Image

During May 2007, the group re-branded and became AP Group.

2007
Location
Geneva

In March, AP Executive opened an office in Geneva. The office services the Suisse Romande area.

2007
Achievement
CISI

In 2007, AP Group became a recruitment partner of CISI (Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment). This partnership lasted for over 5 years.

2007
Location
London

The London office was opened by the division of AP Executive. This office services London and the UK.

2005
Achievement
STEP

AP Executive became the Global Recruitment Partner for STEP (the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners) until 2012.

2004
Location
Cyprus - Nicosia

In September 2004, AP Group opened a second office in Cyprus in the capital city of Nicosia which is now merged with Limassol office.

2004
Location
Cyprus - Limassol

In 2003, AP Group expanded further afield and opened an office in Limassol, Cyprus.

2003
Location
BVI

During 2001, AP Executive opened an office in Tortola, British Virgin Islands. This jurisdiction is now serviced by the London team.

2001
Milestone
AP Executive

AP Executive was formed in 1999 in the Channel Islands.

1999
Location
Jersey

In 1998, AP Group opened a branch in St Helier, Jersey.

1998
Achievement
REC

AP Group becomes a member of REC (The Recruitment & Employment Confederation).

1994
Milestone
The Beginning

Originally established as Approved Personnel in Guernsey by the founder and Chief Executive, Gina Le Prevost. The company is now called AP Group.

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OUR VALUES

Loyalty, Dedication and Commitment

We pride ourselves on our loyalty, dedication and commitment to your needs, whether you are an executive-level job seeker, a new client or have been using our services for many years.

Collaboration, Customer Satisfaction and Professionalism

We take a collaborative and highly transparent approach to all that we do, ensuring utmost levels of customer satisfaction at all times.

Confidentiality and Integrity

We take confidentiality very seriously, which has enabled us to build immense levels of trust between ourselves, our clients and our candidates.

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 a leading international executive search firm, with offices in London, Guernsey, Jersey, Singapore, Luxembourg, Zurich, Geneva, Toronto and Cyprus. We are regarded as the leading executive recruitment agency specialising in trust and corporate services, family office, asset management, funds, investment banking, legal and accountancy vacancies. We have built an extensive global client portfolio and placed quality candidates within the finance and global wealth management sectors. Owing to organic growth, AP Executive is seeking an Executive Manager to join our London office which is located in the heart of the City."

Relationship Manager

Global Private Bank, Switzerland

"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)

"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

FINDING THE SPECIALIST

Gina Le Prevost FIRP DipRP
Simon Collard
Vanessa Raine
Don Fletcher
Steve Kail
Emma Muirhead Cert RP / ASCI / Dip. ICSA
Jonathan Brady
Pavel Lebedev
Gokhan Balci
Paul Kraaijeveld
Saneeya Muhammad LLB (hons) (UK), Bar (UK)
Jimmy Soh CFP
Lucas Zhang
Shenaaz Bhima
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