
Identifying and recruiting qualified executives poses one of the most challenging tasks for DACH companies expanding into Australia and New Zealand. As one of the rare German-speaking Executive Search consultants in the region with extensive on-the-ground experience, Departer understands the market dynamics and can identify the leaders who will drive your company’s success in the region.
Departer advises German and international companies on their successful expansion into Australia and New Zealand, with a clear focus on executive search for mid-sized enterprises. Clients benefit from a strategic combination of German executive search expertise and German-Australian legal advisory services, a unique foundation for company formation, local directorship services, and beyond.
Our local market representative, Sabina Langenhan, brings over 20 years of experience in the Australian market and holds dual legal qualifications in Germany and Australia.

Our deep-rooted presence in the region and extensive network grant us access to a talent pool of executives who have excelled in multinational corporations and local Australian companies. Australia is unqiue in blending Western business practices with a strong influence from the Asia-Pacific region. Our comprehensive understanding of these cultural nuances allows us to present candidates who can thrive in this diversity.
Australia's economy is diverse, dynamic and internationally oriented. The continent‘s stable business environment, growing technology sector and strong ties to the Asia-Pacific region offer numerous opportunities. As a specialist in Executive Search in Australia, Departer provides tailored solutions to maximize these opportunities.
We guide you from the conceptual phase of establishing a company to the implementation of local directorship services to ensure optimal market positioning in Australia and New Zealand.
Departer has established itself as a reliable partner in Executive Search in the ANZ region by successfully filling leadership and C-suite positions, including CEO, CFO and other management roles. Our extensive experience and a firm understanding of leadership and C-level recruitment has earned the trust of reputable companies and institutions.
We have successfully completed numerous search mandates in ANZ, ranging from managing directors for subsidiaries of global corporations to country managers for the market entry of medium-sized companies.

Trusted Partner for German Companies in Australia
Departer stands for tailored leadership placements, enduring client relationships and strategic market impact.
Proven partnerships and successful executive placements underscore a clear truth:
Sustainable growth in Australia starts with the right leadership. As the official international representative of the BVMW in Australia, Departer is the trusted advisor to German mid-sized companies pursuing international expansion.
Our clients rely on us for our deep market expertise, consistent delivery and ability to secure executives who align with both strategic goals and cultural expectations. Together, we craft bespoke search strategies from initial role definition to seamless executive integration.
Our partnerships are built on trust and defined by measurable success.
Schedule a non-binding consultation with our market expert for HR projects in Australia and New Zealand.
Regional Manager ANZ
Departer - The German Headhunter Australia Pty Ltd
Level 18, 324 Queen St
Brisbane QLD 4000
Australia