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Connecting Europe'sFinest LeadershipTalent

Discreet, strategic executive search across Technology, Finance, Healthcare, and FMCG sectors. We identify and secure transformational leaders who drive sustainable business success across European markets.

25+
Years Combined Experience
500+
Executive Placements
12
European Markets
98%
Client Retention
Who We Are

A Different Approach to Executive Search

TruePeople Partners is a boutique executive search firm headquartered in Spain with strategic presence across Europe. We specialize in identifying and securing C-suite and senior leadership talent for organizations seeking transformational leaders who can navigate complex European markets.

Unlike traditional recruitment firms, we operate as trusted advisors to our clients, combining deep market intelligence with a rigorous, research-driven methodology. Our commitment to discretion and excellence has made us the partner of choice for leading European enterprises.

Absolute Discretion

Every engagement is handled with the utmost confidentiality. Your search remains private until you choose otherwise.

Pan-European Reach

Deep networks across 12+ European markets, with on-the-ground presence in key business capitals.

Sector Expertise

Specialized consultants with deep industry knowledge in Technology, Finance, Healthcare, and FMCG.

Proven Excellence

98% client retention rate and 500+ successful executive placements across Europe.

Trusted by Leading Organizations Across Europe

Fortune 500
FTSE 100
DAX 40
IBEX 35
CAC 40
Our Expertise

Specialized Sector Knowledge

Deep industry expertise enables us to understand the unique challenges and opportunities within each sector, ensuring we identify leaders who can make an immediate impact.

Technology & IT

Technology & IT

In an era of rapid digital transformation, securing visionary technology leaders is paramount. We identify executives who can drive innovation, scale operations, and navigate the complexities of emerging technologies across European markets.

Key Roles We Fill

Chief Technology OfficerChief Information OfficerVP EngineeringChief Digital OfficerChief Data OfficerHead of AI/ML

Market Insight

The European tech sector is experiencing unprecedented growth, with demand for senior leadership exceeding supply by 40% in key markets.

Our Methodology

A Rigorous, Research-Driven Process

Our six-phase methodology ensures thorough candidate identification, rigorous assessment, and successful long-term placements. Every search is led by a dedicated partner with deep sector expertise.

01

Strategic Briefing

Week 1

We begin with an in-depth consultation to understand your organization's culture, strategic objectives, and the specific leadership competencies required. This phase includes stakeholder interviews and market positioning analysis.

Key Deliverables

  • Executive stakeholder interviews
  • Organizational culture assessment
  • Role specification development
  • Compensation benchmarking

Our Guarantee

Every placement is backed by our comprehensive 12-month guarantee. If a placed candidate leaves within the first year, we will conduct a replacement search at no additional fee.

Our Presence

Pan-European Network

With offices in Spain and Romania, and strategic partners across 10 major European capitals, we provide genuine local market access combined with continental reach.

Our Offices

Valencia
HeadquartersSpain

Valencia

Our global headquarters in Valencia serves as the strategic center for all European operations. Located at Calle Quevedo 5, 46001 Valencia, the vibrant business ecosystem and exceptional quality of life make it an ideal base for attracting top talent.

Office Location

Valencia, Spain

Contact us for specific address details

Partner Network

Strategic partnerships with leading executive search professionals across Europe ensure genuine local market expertise in every major business capital.

London

United Kingdom

Paris

France

Frankfurt

Germany

Milan

Italy

Amsterdam

Netherlands

Stockholm

Sweden

Warsaw

Poland

Zurich

Switzerland

Vienna

Austria

Dublin

Ireland

12+
European Markets
2
Direct Offices
10
Partner Cities
15+
Languages Spoken
Proven Results

Case Studies: Success Stories

Explore how we've helped leading European organizations secure transformational leadership talent. Each case demonstrates our rigorous methodology and commitment to exceptional outcomes.

Technology10 weeks

Digital Transformation Leadership for Pan-European Retailer

Spain, France, Portugal, Italy

The Challenge

A leading European retail group with €3B+ revenue needed a visionary CDO to lead their digital transformation across four markets.

10 weeks
Time to Placement
200+
Candidates Assessed
Chief Digital OfficerView Full Case
Finance8 weeks

CFO Succession for Private Equity Portfolio Company

Germany, Austria, Switzerland

The Challenge

A PE-backed industrial services company preparing for exit needed a CFO with M&A experience and IPO readiness capabilities.

8 weeks
Time to Placement
2.8x
Exit Multiple Achieved
Chief Financial OfficerView Full Case
Healthcare14 weeks

Chief Medical Officer for Biotech Scale-Up

Netherlands, Belgium, UK

The Challenge

A Series C biotech company developing novel oncology treatments needed a CMO to lead Phase III trials and prepare for regulatory submissions.

14 weeks
Time to Placement
3
Prior Drug Approvals
Chief Medical OfficerView Full Case
FMCG12 weeks

General Manager for FMCG Market Entry

Romania, Bulgaria, Hungary

The Challenge

A global FMCG company entering Central Eastern Europe needed a GM to establish operations and build market presence from scratch.

12 weeks
Time to Placement
€15M
Year 1 Revenue
General Manager CEEView Full Case
Technology9 weeks

CTO for Fintech Scale-Up

Spain, Portugal, Latin America

The Challenge

A rapidly scaling fintech needed a CTO to rebuild their technology platform and prepare for international expansion.

9 weeks
Time to Placement
99.95%
Platform Uptime
Chief Technology OfficerView Full Case
Finance16 weeks

Head of Risk for European Bank

France, Belgium, Luxembourg

The Challenge

A mid-sized European bank needed a CRO to strengthen risk frameworks following regulatory scrutiny and prepare for Basel IV implementation.

16 weeks
Time to Placement
Ahead
Remediation Timeline
Chief Risk OfficerView Full Case
Healthcare11 weeks

VP Clinical Operations for Pharma Expansion

Poland, Czech Republic, Hungary

The Challenge

A global pharmaceutical company expanding clinical trial operations in CEE needed a regional leader to establish and scale capabilities.

11 weeks
Time to Placement
5
Countries Established
VP Clinical Operations CEEView Full Case
FMCG13 weeks

Chief Marketing Officer for Premium Beverage Brand

UK, Ireland, Nordics

The Challenge

A premium beverage company needed a CMO to revitalize their brand and drive growth in mature European markets.

13 weeks
Time to Placement
+35%
Brand Perception
Chief Marketing OfficerView Full Case
500+
Successful Placements
94%
First-Year Retention
10 wks
Average Time to Hire
85%
Repeat Client Rate
Client Testimonials

Trusted by Europe's Leading Organizations

Technology
"TruePeople Partners demonstrated an exceptional understanding of our industry and culture. They presented candidates who not only had the technical expertise we needed but truly aligned with our values. Our new CTO has been transformational."

Board Member

Technology Company

IBEX 35 Listed

Finance
"The discretion and professionalism throughout our CFO search was exemplary. TruePeople Partners managed a complex, confidential process across multiple European markets with remarkable efficiency. We found our ideal candidate within eight weeks."

CEO

Private Equity Portfolio Company

Pan-European Operations

Healthcare
"What sets TruePeople Partners apart is their genuine sector expertise. Their healthcare team understood the nuances of pharmaceutical leadership and presented candidates with precisely the regulatory and commercial experience we required."

Chairman

Pharmaceutical Company

German Mittelstand

FMCG
"We engaged TruePeople Partners for a critical General Manager role in Southern Europe. Their local market knowledge combined with rigorous assessment methodology delivered exceptional candidates. The successful placement exceeded all expectations."

Regional President

Global FMCG Company

Fortune 500

Finance
"TruePeople Partners' approach to executive search is refreshingly thorough. They invested significant time understanding our organizational dynamics before presenting a shortlist of outstanding candidates. A true partnership approach."

CHRO

Financial Services Group

European Banking Leader

Technology
"The caliber of candidates TruePeople Partners presented for our Chief Digital Officer search was exceptional. Their technology practice clearly has deep networks in the European digital ecosystem. Highly recommended."

Managing Director

Insurance Company

Top 10 European Insurer

Healthcare
"Working with TruePeople Partners on our Eastern European expansion was invaluable. Their Bucharest team provided genuine local market intelligence that proved essential in identifying the right country leadership."

COO

Healthcare Services Company

UK Headquartered

FMCG
"TruePeople Partners handled our sensitive CEO succession with the utmost confidentiality and professionalism. Their structured process and regular communication kept the board fully informed throughout. An outstanding partner."

Board Chair

Consumer Goods Company

Family-Owned Enterprise

98%
Client Satisfaction
500+
Successful Placements
85%
Repeat Clients
12 mo
Placement Guarantee
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Headquarters

Calle Quevedo 5, 46001 Valencia, Spain

Eastern Europe Office

Bucharest, Romania

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