We carry out executive search in Vantaa. The structure of the local economy differs clearly from that of Helsinki and Espoo, and this shows directly in the roles we are asked to fill.
Our office is located at Itämerentori in Helsinki. We can arrange meetings either at our office or at the client’s premises in Vantaa.
Executive search is rarely just about recruitment. It is a moment to pause and consider what kind of expertise will take the company towards its next goals. We have that conversation with you before the search begins.
The most common scenarios are as follows: a previous recruitment drive did not yield the desired result; a change in strategy requires expertise that is not available in-house; or the departure of a key member of staff has left a gap in the leadership team.
In all these cases, the solution is the same. Suitable candidates are already employed elsewhere and aren’t applying for any jobs, so you need to seek them out and approach them personally.
In logistics and production, large teams are managed and strict cost controls are in place. Our team includes consultants whose own backgrounds lie precisely in these roles.
Executive search is never a one-person job. When two consultants form a shared view of the need and of how well the candidates match it, the thinking is richer than one person’s assessment.
The timetable is agreed upon during the initial discussion and is adhered to. The search for and assessment of candidates are completed within a few weeks, as several people are involved in this intensive phase.
An executive search process is a big deal for a candidate. How they are treated travels with them, whether or not they are selected.
One of Finland’s most important hubs for logistics and wholesale trade has developed around Helsinki-Vantaa Airport and Aviapolis. The area is also home to significant food production, industrial activity and warehousing.
In leadership roles within these sectors, the emphasis is on supply chain management, cost-effectiveness and the ability to lead a large operational workforce. This is a different profile from that required to lead a specialist organisation, and it narrows down the pool of candidates.
Our team includes consultants with backgrounds in logistics, transport, warehousing and the circular economy. We always select those who are familiar with the client’s sector for each assignment.
First, we agree on how we will work together and define the role to be filled. At the same time, we agree a timetable and make sure everyone shares the same understanding of what the search is meant to achieve.
At the end of the search phase, we present the candidates, provide guidance on the decision-making process and, where necessary, carry out reference checks and suitability assessments. The new manager’s induction can be supported with ‘First 100 Days’ coaching.
For searches in Vantaa, we select consultants with first-hand experience of logistics, transport and warehousing. Our Finnish team is made up of around twenty experienced leaders and specialists, and each assignment is always staffed with people who know the field.
The contact person at the Helsinki office is Niclas Ahlbom, tel. +358 40 066 2270.
We are recruiting for these roles, amongst others.
Our office is located at Itämerentori 2, Helsinki. We carry out assignments throughout Finland, and we meet with clients and candidates in Vantaa, either in person or remotely, whichever is most convenient at the time.
Our part of the process – that is, the initial screening, approaching candidates and assessing them – typically takes a few weeks. It is also worth setting aside additional time for final interviews and the decision-making process.
The steps are the same. Executive search focuses on senior management roles, while headhunting covers key people more broadly. Read more our headhunting service in Vantaa.
Our team includes consultants whose own management experience stems from logistics, transport, warehousing and distribution services, and the circular economy. We always select consultants for each assignment who have experience in the client’s sector.
Give us a call or send us a message and we’ll go through the situation. We’ll tell you straight if we are not the right partner for this search.
