A strong organization of experienced search consultants


Oil Executive Search was established in 2000 and since then we have successfully supported our clients to fill the gaps which could prevent them from achieving the strategic results, they have set for themselves.

The key part of any growth or progress is bringing in the right people. To hire the best, it is vital to attract the right candidates. Our aim is to find the right people, people who really can contribute to our clients’ success. We know how to attract the top talent to your company, and we look under every stone in our assignments.

We have both strategic and operational professional experience from leading positions which gives a solid platform to search for executives and specialists. Our offering is based on practical experience, competence, endurance, well-defined methods, and modern tools.

We have a well-established organization in the Nordics as well as corporation with strong executive search partners globally.

Who we are

Our vision

We connect people and companies to create long-term relationships. Companies that hire through Oil will get the best candidate, the candidate will get the best job with the best company.

Our mission

We walk the extra mile to attract the top talent to your company.

Oil Executive Search is a Nordic and a global executive search firm that specializes in filling board, high-level executive roles, and M&A support. Our services are contingency based and global, thanks to our cooperation with Kilpatrick Executive Search. Together, we work in every industry with companies of every size. Most of our business comes from referrals, clients or candidates who have used our services before.

Our strategic partnership with Kilpatrick Group enables Oil to serve clients on global basis to find, attract and hire the best people to work for them. Kilpatrick has a strong global presence with 6 offices located around the world. These 6 main hubs serve as the primary work locations. These hubs are strategically located in Switzerland, Italy, Mexico, China, Turkey, and India, covering Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Americas, ASEAN, and China. Each of these hubs is centrally located and serves as a meeting point for colleagues from around the world to collaborate, share their expertise, and inspire each other with their passion. By leveraging the capabilities of these hubs, we are able to work more efficiently and effectively, delivering value to our clients and stakeholders across the globe.

SERVICES

Board Search

The right mix of talent, skills and perspectives in the boardroom can mean the difference between value creation and value stagnation. Boards today must balance many issues, from shareholder activism to cybersecurity and compliance issues, to diversity and innovation.

Discussing what the process looks like is particularly relevant in the context of advancing diverse representation at the board level. Corporate boards have been slowly closing the underrepresentation gap, yet much more progress is needed. We can support you to adapt to meet the challenges of the complex stakeholders your board serve, no matter the industry or geography.

Our board recruitment process is deeply committed to diversity and inclusion, and we are enthusiastic about bringing the value of multiple views and differences into the boardroom. As a result, we can match your business to qualified leaders who are armed with the skills to manage today’s biggest business issues.

CEO Search

We do Chief Executive Search. The CEO role is important in today’s complex and volatile business environment. This requires a pragmatic and align view on the leadership of your company and the CEO has great impact on the organization’s success. The profile of the CEO should be a function of the specific impact the board wants the CEO to have on the business and on behalf of its stakeholders, and the skills it will take to accomplish that.

C-Level-Search

We know the importance of appointing the right leader. Often, the right candidate may not be the obvious one. Our focus is on understanding your industry, your company, your team, and your specific situation, and each search engagement is customized to your objectives and needs. We help you benchmark and develop potential internal candidates, and we can connect you with the best external candidates in circumstances that often require a new perspective.

M&A Support

M&A – Human Capital Due Diligence. Understanding the HR-related impacts and potential risks from a financial, people/culture, and operational/structural perspective, is vitally important to maximizing transaction value. An HR due diligence aims to frame out and prepare for any human capital related risks and uncover value potential related to HR run rate costs and employee liabilities. A rigorous due diligence is crucial for making an informed investment decision and we can support you with due diligence regarding the human capital.

Specialist Search

Based on many years of experience with successful recruitment of professional specialists, we offer expertise and competencies for positions across functional areas and industries. We have experience in knowledge-intensive industries, and we have a large and well-developed collaboration with many of the leading companies, large corporates, SMEs, PEs and Scale ups.

We are used to managing search tasks, which are often characterized by a greater complexity and require in-depth analysis of the market. It is knowledge, networks and the right tools that ensure an effective way to map the right profiles. We speak the candidates’ language and create trust, which gives access to the right profiles and thus the opportunity for an open dialogue with candidates and subsequent professional screening.

As specialists in specialist search, we tailor our approach to align with the specific needs of your industry. From sales, marketing, technology to finance, we have the expertise to find the perfect match for your company.

Why partner with us

Strategic expertise
Our team understands the nuanced demands of contemporary boards and executive leaders. We bring a wealth of experience in identifying strategic leaders who not only understand your industry but can also drive your business to new heights.

Diversity and inclusion
We recognize the strength in diversity. Our commitment to building inclusive boards and management groups ensures a wide range of perspectives, fostering innovation and resilience within your leadership team.

Industry-driven approach
As specialists in executive recruitment, we tailor our approach to align with the specific needs of your industry. From sales, marketing, technology to finance, we have the expertise to find the perfect match for your company.

Global network
Tap into our extensive network of high-caliber professionals. We leverage our connections to bring you candidates with the right mix of skills, experience, and cultural fit for your organization.

LET'S DO IT TOGETHER

Ready to find your next talent?

Contact us

Oil Executive Search AB
Stockholm, Sweden