Testimonials & Success Stories
Voices of Our Clients and Candidates

Head of Group Management at VITRONIC

I was very impressed with Departer’s passion and commitment. I would highly recommend Departer's Executive Search services to any company looking to fill key positions in their organisation. Their understanding of the market, dedication to their clients, and personal approach to Executive Search make them stand out as an exceptional partner.

HR Director Middle East Turkey and Africa @ tesa

A partnership built on trust and results: For years, tesa has relied on Departer as a strategic Executive Search partner for key leadership roles across the MENA region. The HR Director for Middle East, Turkey & Africa explains why working with Departer means more than recruitment, it's about finding people who make a lasting impact.

Head of Corporate Communications @ IFZA

One standout example of our people-first approach is the successful placement and career journey of Daniel Ford at IFZA in Dubai, led by our former HR Consultant, Andrea Jecker. At Departer, we connect more than qualifications to job titles, we align personalities, values and potential with company vision.

Head of Human Resource MEA @ Krones Middle East & Africa

From one successful placement to a lasting partnership: Cangul Canpolat, Head of HR MEA at Krones, reflects on her career journey and Departer’s trusted role in securing KRONES' key leadership talent across the Gulf region.

General Manager Middle East @ ARI Armaturen

When international expansion meets outstanding talent, true success stories are created. A prime example is the successful placement of the General Manager Middle East at ARI Armaturen – expertly executed by Lena Awad, Senior HR Consultant at Departer.

Managing Director @ Vogelsang Middle East

Strategic guidance meets personal attention: Milos Curcic, now Managing Director at Vogelsang Middle East, shares how Departer played a key role in his journey to executive leadership with a uniquely tailored and highly professional recruitment process.

International General Manager | TLV

As a globally active company, TLV relies on strong leadership talent in key markets. Through close collaboration with Departer, TLV successfully appointed senior executives in India, Japan, and Germany – strategically aligned, culturally fitting, and sustainably impactful.

Admin Director | Schüco Middle East

This success story highlights how Departer supported Schüco Middle East with the strategic placement of a Director in Saudi Arabia. Discover how Departer’s deep HR expertise in the Middle East, tailored executive search process, and close client collaboration helped secure the ideal candidate and strengthen Schüco’s regional growth.

Managing Director | Hörmann Middle East

A trusted partnership since 2016: Departer has supported Hörmann Middle East in filling strategic positions across Sales, Logistics, HR and Production with a focus on excellence and cultural alignment.

Managing Director @ KSV Kompetenz für Schienengebundene Verkehre GmbH

A long-standing partnership with real strategic impact: Marc Stößer, Managing Director of KSV, shares how Departer supported his own placement and have since helped KSV fill key leadership roles across Germany.

Managing Director at Kanalservice Group Germany

The challenge of seeking an individual with extensive experience in leading a corporate group, capable of implementing the Buy & Build strategy through the integration of portfolio companies into the group structure.

Managing Director @ Körber Tissue China

This success story highlights how Departer’s Asia market expert, Qianqian Zhang, delivered outstanding support in placing a senior executive role in China. Her market insight, strategic recruitment approach, and aftercare made this executive search journey a true success.

Geschäftsführer | TLV Euro Engineering GmbH

Dr.-Ing. Uwe Minkus was placed by Departer as Managing Director of TLV Euro Engineering GmbH, a key leadership role within a Japanese family-owned company with European responsibilities. He successfully led the company for over a decade and continued to collaborate with Departer to fill additional key positions. Today, he contributes his expertise as a Departer Ambassador, advising companies on strategic talent matters.