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Frenken Personalservice

Frenken & Co. Personalservice GmbH is a Düsseldorf based staffing and recruitment partner that connects people and companies with a personal, service minded approach. Drawing on more than fifteen years in the market and leadership experience exceeding three decades, the firm supports clients across many industries while focusing on commercial and administrative functions. Its portfolio spans temporary staffing through Arbeitnehmerueberlassung and permanent recruitment of specialists and leaders in the kaufmaennischer Bereich, providing fast, compliant, and tailored solutions for urgent coverage, peak workloads, and strategic hires. Clients value Frenken & Co. for lean processes, careful preselection, and an extensive local network that enables swift shortlisting without compromising quality or fit. Candidates benefit from attentive guidance, transparent communication, and, for qualified assignments, above tariff pay, opening doors to attractive roles and long term career perspectives. The team works closely with hiring managers to define requirements, sharpen role profiles, and present a curated slate of vetted talent across office management, accounting and controlling, customer service, sales operations support, and related business support positions, while also delivering searches for experienced team leads and management roles. With headquarters at Am Wehrhahn in the city center of Duesseldorf, Frenken & Co. combines the agility of a boutique with the reliability of an established brand, maintaining regulatory compliance under the oversight of the Federal Employment Agency in North Rhine Westphalia. The company culture emphasizes trust, warmth, and accountability, building enduring relationships with clients and candidates alike. From first briefing to onboarding and beyond, Frenken & Co. remains a committed partner, integrating feedback loops and continuous improvement to sustain performance over time. By uniting permanent recruitment, temporary staffing, and targeted searches for leadership roles, the firm delivers measurable value to SMEs and larger enterprises seeking dependable kaufmaennische talent.

Permanent RecruitmentTemporary StaffingExec Search & Interim MgmtAll industriesManagement ConsultingLegalTechnical WritingProject ManagementGeneralist - white collar professionals

HQDusseldorf, Germany

KUNZE Consult

KUNZE Consult GmbH is a Germany based specialist recruitment consultancy focused on technical and engineering talent. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Solingen, the firm supports organizations nationwide in identifying and hiring highly qualified specialists and leaders across manufacturing, engineering, and technology driven environments. KUNZE Consult operates exclusively with proactive direct search, engaging targeted passive candidates through discreet headhunting rather than relying on job ads, which enables maximum market reach and faster shortlists in competitive talent markets. Clients include large international groups, the German Mittelstand, and public sector entities, all of whom benefit from the firms deep market insight, high speed of delivery, and confidential, ethical approach. Its consultants bring many years of proven success from renowned advisory firms and leverage a robust, long standing network to respond quickly to changing market demands. The firm manages the search process end to end, from requirements clarification and role scoping through research, approach, assessment, and candidate management to offer support and follow up after placement, with a strong emphasis on long term fit and sustainable outcomes. KUNZE Consults values are grounded in respect for candidates as individuals, open and honest communication with both clients and candidates, authenticity about capabilities and outcomes, and a clear commitment to sustainability in relationships and results. Candidates receive transparent feedback, absolute discretion, and career advice at no cost, often learning about opportunities well before they are advertised. For employers, the firm delivers a tailored, confidential, and efficient executive search and permanent hiring service designed to secure scarce technical expertise and leadership that drive operational excellence and innovation. By uniting methodical direct sourcing with high quality standards and personal engagement, KUNZE Consult creates the right connections, professionally and humanly, for durable success.

Exec Search & Interim MgmtPermanent RecruitmentPayrolling/EORAutomotiveAerospaceDefenseCybersecurityData ScienceIT Infrastructure

HQSolingen, Germany

dwwa-personalberatung.de

DWWA Personalberatung, bekannt als Don't work with Assholes, ist eine wertegetriebene Recruiting- und Personalberatung aus Deutschland, die Technologie- und wissensintensive Teams mit passenden Talenten zusammenbringt. Das Team verbindet tiefes Marktknow-how mit echter Menschlichkeit und setzt auf transparente Prozesse, klare Kommunikation und nachhaltige Ergebnisse. Mit einer Invite-to-first-interview Quote von 98 Prozent nach Kundenvorstellung zeigt DWWA, dass passgenaue Auswahl und gruendliche Briefings Wirkung haben. Die Beraterinnen und Berater besetzen Rollen vom Junior bis zum C-Level, darunter Entwicklerinnen und Entwickler, DevOps und Cloud Spezialistinnen, ERP Consultants, Scrum Master, Agile Coaches, Requirements Engineers sowie Marketing- und Fuehrungsprofile. Unternehmen vom Start-up ueber das KMU bis zum Enterprise profitieren von drei Kernleistungen: dauerhafte Festanstellungen, flexible Freelancer- und Contract-Loesungen sowie Executive Search und Interim Management. Ein wertebasierter Matchmaking-Ansatz stellt sicher, dass nicht nur Skills, sondern auch Kultur, Teamfit und Motivation stimmen. Kandidatinnen und Kandidaten erhalten ehrliches Feedback, faire Beratung und barrierearme Kommunikation; Kunden profitieren von strukturierter Anforderungsaufnahme, aktiver Direktansprache, professionellem Storytelling im Markt und einem belastbaren Shortlist-Prozess. DWWA arbeitet insbesondere im Tech-Umfeld und wird von Kundinnen und Kunden fuer sein feines Gespuer fuer Persoenlichkeit, Zuverlaessigkeit und Hartnaeckigkeit im Sourcing geschaetzt. Nachhaltigkeit ist fest verankert: 20 Prozent der Gewinne werden an ausgewaehlte soziale und oekologische Projekte gespendet. Mit einem modernen Jobboard, klaren Preisen, schnellen Reaktionszeiten und terminierbaren Erstgespraechen bietet DWWA ein unkompliziertes, effektives Recruiting-Erlebnis. Ziel ist es, langfristige Partnerschaften aufzubauen, die Fluktuation zu senken und Teams zu schaffen, die Leistung und Werte vereinen.

Permanent RecruitmentContract StaffingExec Search & Interim MgmtSoftware DevelopmentCybersecurityData ScienceHuman ResourcesTechnical WritingProject Management

HQWorms, Germany

TOUGHSTAFF Personalberatung

TOUGHSTAFF Personalberatung is a Dusseldorf based executive search boutique that connects companies with leaders and top level specialists. Founded in 2008, the firm leverages long standing experience as human resources managers in international organizations to deliver retained search with precision, speed, and transparency. Operating on an exclusive mandate model, TOUGHSTAFF runs a structured, end to end process that starts with a 360 degree role analysis and specification, includes direct and confidential outreach to target candidates, rigorous interviews and evaluation, and concludes with offer support, contract finalization, and constructive onboarding for both client and hire. Clients and candidates benefit from a single consultant as a consistent point of contact, open and honest communication at every step, and a wide angle search approach that looks beyond obvious channels to reach the best available and hidden talent, including for new or explanation intensive business models and hidden champions. The owners, Christoph Hendricks and Nicole Lehmann Bochem, champion a partnership based style that treats candidates as individuals, aligns hiring decisions with long term corporate strategy, and protects cultural fit through careful attention to softer factors. Results reported by the firm highlight the impact of this method: 43 percent of placed candidates climb the career ladder in their new company, 88 percent remain with the employer after more than five years, and 100 percent of clients return with follow up searches. With a compact team of around four employees, TOUGHSTAFF serves German and international businesses across technology, manufacturing, and professional services, focusing on white collar and executive profiles. The firm is headquartered at Mannesmannufer 8, 40213 Dusseldorf, and invites clients and leaders to get in touch to discuss critical leadership appointments.

Exec Search & Interim MgmtPermanent RecruitmentRPOSoftware DevelopmentCybersecurityData ScienceChemical ManufacturingElectrical EngineeringIndustrial Automation

HQDusseldorf, Germany

German Application Center

German Application Center (GAC) is a registered German recruitment and career services company based in Cologne that specializes in guiding nurses, allied health professionals, doctors, engineers, and IT talent into jobs and apprenticeships across Germany. Acting as a trusted partner for candidates and employers, GAC provides end to end support that spans application strategy, document preparation, interview coaching, and German language guidance, while coordinating visa and relocation steps such as housing, banking, health insurance, and school enrollment for dependents. The firm leverages deep knowledge of the German labor market and long standing partnerships with reputable hospitals, care providers, and technical employers to arrange interview opportunities and streamline hiring for hard to fill roles. Its largest practice focuses on nursing and broader healthcare roles, and dedicated teams also support physiotherapists, dental assistants, and physicians, alongside trainees and skilled workers in engineering and IT. GAC promotes fair, ethical, and compliant cross border recruitment, aligning processes with clear policies and candidate protections, and complements job placement with cultural integration support to help newcomers thrive in German workplace environments. Through job search assistance, professional networking, and structured preparation for assessments and interviews, GAC improves hiring outcomes for clients while giving candidates the confidence and resources to secure sustainable, long term careers. The organization also offers pathways to study and vocational training in Germany, including apprenticeships linked to employer demand, and collaborates with language training partners to help candidates reach the proficiency levels that hiring institutions require. With a hands on delivery model, transparent communication, and measurable follow through from first contact to onboarding, GAC provides a reliable bridge between international talent and German employers seeking qualified professionals.

Permanent RecruitmentRPOExec Search & Interim MgmtHospital & Health Care (Nursing)PhysiciansPharmaceuticalsCloud ComputingTelecomAutomotive

HQDüsseldorf, Germany

Kietzmann Consulting

Kietzmann Consulting is a Germany based recruitment and HR consultancy focused on delivering targeted talent solutions with a strong specialization in healthcare. The firm combines headhunting led performance recruiting, outsourced recruiting support, and interim and change management to help employers hire the right people quickly and sustainably. For hospitals, rehabilitation clinics, nursing and senior care facilities, the company provides end to end international recruitment of qualified healthcare professionals through a vetted partner network across North Africa, the Middle East, South and Southeast Asia, and Latin America. Services span rigorous preselection and applicant management aligned to client criteria, assessment of clinical skills and language proficiency, organization of language training and upskilling, and comprehensive guidance through recognition of foreign qualifications in Germany. Kietzmann Consulting also manages visa and residence procedures and supports relocation, housing, cultural orientation, and local administration so candidates integrate smoothly and employers realize faster time to productivity. The firm operates on fair and responsible recruitment principles, does not charge candidates any fees, and follows the WHO global code of practice. To reduce hiring risk, it offers clear guarantees, including replacement if a placement does not commence or if employment ends within the early months. Beyond healthcare delivery roles such as nurses and allied staff, Kietzmann Consulting conducts discrete searches for experienced specialists and leaders, engaging passive talent and supporting onboarding for long term success. Through external recruiting (RPO style) packages, clients can select Basic or Personalized models to extend in house capacity and accelerate hiring, while interim and change management provides hands on expertise to bridge leadership gaps or guide transformations. With a practical, transparent, and confidential approach, the team acts as a trusted partner to employers and a supportive guide to candidates, connecting the right people to the right roles across Germany.

Permanent RecruitmentExec Search & Interim MgmtRPOHospital & Health Care (Nursing)PhysiciansPharmaceuticalsMental Health CareVeterinaryHealthcare & Life Sciences

HQDüsseldorf, Germany

Annette Hoppmann Consulting

Annette Hoppmann Consulting is a boutique German search and people advisory firm founded in 2011 and based in Dusseldorf, serving clients nationwide with a strong network that spans international corporations, the Mittelstand, and high growth startups. The firm focuses on recruiting specialists and leaders, combining executive search and permanent recruitment with advisory support for clients that need to fill single key positions or stand up entire teams and departments. Its 360 degree delivery model begins with thorough briefing and role scoping, followed by targeted sourcing across a curated candidate pool and extended network, selective advertising on sector platforms, and direct outreach to qualified talent in the relevant region. Research is augmented through trusted cooperation partners and dedicated researchers to widen market coverage. Candidates are screened and assessed against hard and soft skills, with structured prequalification, shortlisting, and transparent feedback, while clients receive ongoing market insight on availability, compensation, and competitive dynamics. Beyond hiring, Annette Hoppmann Consulting offers outplacement, business coaching, job and career coaching, as well as training and workshops that help individuals and teams navigate change, improve performance, and develop leadership and communication capabilities. This end to end approach allows companies to focus on core business while the firm manages the search process through interview coordination and decision support to offer and onboarding. Candidates benefit from honest market assessments, career guidance, and discreet access to opportunities. The firm is known for personal attention, high integrity, and an energetic communication style that builds trust with both clients and professionals. Whether a business is seeking a single senior hire or orchestrating a multi role build out, Annette Hoppmann Consulting delivers a pragmatic, collaborative, and results oriented service grounded in deep local knowledge and a nationwide network.

Exec Search & Interim MgmtPermanent RecruitmentSOW/ProjectsAll industriesGeneralist - white collar professionalsSenior Executives

HQDusseldorf, Germany

SIDUS Experts for your Business

SIDUS Experts for your Business is a boutique German recruitment firm based in Neuss that specializes in placing skilled professionals and executives in both permanent positions and project-based roles. Founded in 2018, the firm operates across Germany and combines deep industry know-how with a transparent, service-oriented process that accompanies clients and candidates from the first briefing through search strategy, selection, offer, and onboarding. SIDUS focuses on achieving a precise match, acting as a strategic partner who calibrates requirements with hiring managers, leverages targeted sourcing and referrals, and conducts thorough pre-screening and interviews to ensure cultural and technical fit. The company works discreetly and efficiently, with much of its growth driven by direct recommendations, reflecting a trusted, relationship-led approach. Its track record spans technology and digital roles such as Product Owner, IT Operations and Security Manager, and Functional Lead Microsoft Dynamics 365; legal appointments including employment law counsel for international law firms; finance and accounting profiles like certified accountants; and real estate operations with technical property management for commercial portfolios. References include building complete Scrum teams at pace and delivering multiple hires within tight timelines for organizations in industry, energy, insurance, media, and professional services. Through a modern job portal, SIDUS publishes selected permanent and project vacancies and invites both CV submissions and formal search mandates, supporting candidates with clear communication and feedback while giving clients full process transparency and measurable progress. For project needs, SIDUS supplies experienced interim managers, consultants, and contractors to drive digitalization, process optimization, and change initiatives or to bridge capacity gaps. Above all, the firm is committed to equal treatment, respect, and a positive candidate experience, delivering results with discretion, speed, and focus.

Permanent RecruitmentContract StaffingExec Search & Interim MgmtSoftware DevelopmentCybersecurityData ScienceTechnical WritingProject ManagementResidential Development

HQNeuss, Germany

Exerch - professionals in executive search

Exerch GmbH is a research led executive search partner that supports recruitment consultancies in sourcing and selecting skilled professionals and executives for permanent full time roles. Founded in 1999 and built on more than five decades of combined experience, the firm augments the capacity of headhunters and staffing boutiques to deliver on hard to fill, business critical assignments. Exerch combines proven, classical headhunting with modern digital tools to achieve both speed and precision. Its WebSearch approach uses professional access to platforms such as LinkedIn, Xing, and Experteer, plus more than 20 additional sector specific portals, to identify and engage relevant candidates with high transparency. The team also practices direct approach headhunting, contacting defined target candidates at their workplace, then arranging conversations outside regular office hours to present the opportunity using carefully developed messaging that raises interest even in challenging situations. To broaden reach, Exerch applies social media and mobile recruiting tactics to connect with candidates who are no longer active on traditional business networks. As a white label service provider for recruiters, Exerch supports the full lifecycle from initial market analysis and target list design through identification, outreach, screening, longlisting, shortlisting, and handover, maintaining open and transparent communication throughout. The firm operates across a wide range of industries and functions, frequently covering finance and accounting, sales and marketing, human resources, and general organizational roles. Exerch is a member of the BDU, and is recognized as the first and only external researcher for recruitment consultancies to meet the association’s quality standards. As an exclusive development partner of CRS Cloud Recruiting Solutions, Exerch leverages cutting edge recruiting technology while contributing practitioner feedback to product evolution. The result is a rigorous, partnership driven search process that helps recruitment consultants reliably deliver the best possible candidate match for each vacancy.

Exec Search & Interim MgmtPermanent RecruitmentSOW/ProjectsAll industriesManagement ConsultingLegalTechnical WritingProject ManagementFinance & Accounting

HQDüsseldorf, Germany

Pabst Consulting Executive Scout

Pabst Consulting Executive Scout, also known as Pabst Headhunter Consulting, is a Germany based advisory boutique in Krefeld that specializes in identifying and recommending the most suitable executive search consultants and interim management providers for companies across industries. Founded and led by Dipl.-Kfm. Ernst Pabst, the firm operates as an independent scout rather than a traditional headhunter, combining deep market insight with direct access to leading interim management pools to help clients fill leadership roles quickly, discreetly, and reliably. With a continuously updated overview of the executive search and interim landscape, Pabst Consulting advises employers on when to use direct search, how to structure a mandate, what fee models and day rates to expect, and how to choose between providers, including guidance on contract terms, selection steps, and the practical differences between an interim manager and a consultant. For time critical transformations, vacancies, or project turnarounds, the firm can rapidly introduce one or more credible providers for a defined brief or suggest alternatives to existing contacts, enabling clients to compare quality, sector expertise, references, and costs before committing. In addition to corporate support, the firm offers resources for senior executives, including curated addresses of headhunters, directories of interim providers, current insights on top leadership positions, and practical tips for initiating contact with search firms. The service ethos centers on responsiveness and fit: clients send a short brief and receive tailored, experience based recommendations designed to reduce search risk, accelerate shortlists, and protect confidentiality. By maintaining a broad network and tracking feedback across mandates, the team maps provider strengths by function, level, and industry vertical, from finance and operations to sales, technology, and manufacturing, and from Mittelstand champions to global groups. The approach is structured and transparent, screening providers for methodology, research capability, market coverage, candidate care, off limits, and compliance with data privacy and fairness standards, and benchmarking typical interim day rates and onboarding speed where relevant.

Exec Search & Interim MgmtPermanent RecruitmentContract StaffingManagement ConsultingLegalAccounting (Audit, Tax)Project ManagementAll industriesSenior Executives

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