Executive Search · Private Equity
Leadership that moves investments forward.
We support private equity investors and their portfolio companies in appointing leaders to business-critical roles. We combine industry expertise, an understanding of the investment case and a strong connection between Germany, Austria, Suisse and France.
Understanding your investment objectives
Turning strategy into business impact.
An investment creates new opportunities. Turning them into results takes leaders who understand the business model, set priorities and drive change across the organization.
At 3C, every search starts with the business objective: What does the new leader need to achieve? What experience will help them deliver? And how will they fit the company, its management team and its investors?
Growth & Sales
Leading growth effectively
Entering new markets, developing sales capabilities and scaling organizations: we identify leaders who translate growth ambitions into clear priorities and structures that can support the business as it grows.
Buy & Build & Carve-outs
Bringing businesses together. Building independence.
Following an acquisition or the separation of a business unit, leadership needs to provide direction. The right people bring teams together, clarify responsibilities and shape the next stage of development.
Transformation & Operations
Making change part of everyday business
Improving processes, driving digitalization and strengthening operational performance: this calls for leaders who think strategically and work with their teams to put change into practice.
Expansion & Succession
Preparing for the next stage
Whether entering a neighboring market or managing a change at the top, we identify leaders who fit the market, the company culture and the objectives of the investment.
The 3C approach
Knowing your industry. Finding the right leaders.
We connect the requirements of your investment with our knowledge of the markets and people who can move your portfolio company forward.
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Industry expertise with a PE perspective
We assess experience in the context of the business model, the competitive landscape and the company’s stage of development. This helps us identify the leadership profile best suited to your specific challenge.
Market insight · Business model · Investment case
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Leadership at multiple levels
Value creation takes a strong leadership team. Alongside CxO appointments, we recruit for the critical roles in Sales, Operations, Finance, HR and Product.
C-Level · VP · Head of · Country Management
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Germany and France. Internationally connected.
Our presence in both markets and our international network combine local knowledge with cross-border search capabilities. We support portfolio companies as they build and develop their leadership teams.
Local expertise · Cross-border appointments
C-Level & Senior Leadership
The right people for business-critical roles.
From the head of the business to the leader of a key function, we align the search profile with the responsibilities your company needs to fill now.
Management, Vertrieb, Marketing, etc..
CEO · Managing Director · General Manager
Leaders who translate strategic objectives into operational decisions, align the management team and take responsibility for the company’s development.
CFO · Finance Director · Head of Finance
Executives who bring financial transparency, strengthen business performance management and enable informed decisions in close collaboration with management and investors.
CRO/CSO · VP Sales · Head of Sales · Country Manager
People who lead sales organizations, develop customer opportunities and shape entry into new markets, with a clear understanding of the offering, target customers and business model.
COO · Head of Operations · Head of HR
Leaders who improve processes, develop organizations and guide teams through growth, integration or transformation.
CTO · Head of Product · Technology Leadership
Leaders who connect technology and product development with business objectives and drive the evolution of digital business models.
The market behind the investment
Every business model needs the right leadership.
A software company needs different leadership capabilities from an industrial business. We combine our industry knowledge with the objectives and stage of development of your portfolio company.
Industry & Engineering
Software, IT & Technology
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Consumer Goods
Professional & Business Services
Thinking and recruiting across borders
Germany.
AUSTRIA.
SUISSE.
France.
International.
Local market insight for international ambitions.
Growing across borders takes leaders who understand the local market and can work effectively across different corporate cultures.
With our presence in German-speaking countries and France and our international search network, we support portfolio companies with cross-border appointments. We connect your wider strategy with the requirements on the ground.
Personal support. Systematic search.
From business needs to the right leader.
Experienced consultants and partners guide your search. Our approach combines a clear role profile with systematic market analysis, personal outreach and careful assessment.
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Define the profile
Business objectives, responsibilities and expectations form the basis of the search profile.
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Identify candidates
We map the relevant candidate market and approach suitable individuals directly.
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Assess suitability
We assess experience, capabilities and personality in relation to the specific leadership role.
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Present candidates
We introduce suitable candidates and explain the reasoning behind our assessment.
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Consider references
References add further insight into previous leadership experience and working relationships.
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Support the final selection
We help you compare profiles and resolve outstanding questions before making your selection.
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Make the decision
You decide who to appoint. We support you through to the completion of the selection process.
Short decision paths, dedicated search teams and regular market feedback keep the assignment transparent from start to finish
In addition to our focus on core industries, 3C also specializes in certain functional areas. Choose the area in which you currently have a job opening.