Executive Network
We maintain ongoing dialogue with experienced finance leaders who carefully and discreetly consider their next professional responsibility.
A significant portion of our mandates are conducted as confidential executive search engagements and are not publicly advertised.
If you are a CFO or senior finance leader considering a strategic next step, we would welcome a personal and confidential discussion.
Our Commitment to Finance Leaders
Confidentiality First
Absolute discretion forms the foundation of every exchange.
Profiles and personal information are shared solely with your explicit consent.
Strategic Sparring
Absolute discretion is the foundation of every conversation.
No profile or personal information is shared without your explicit consent.
Access to Confidential Mandates
A significant portion of our executive search engagements is not publicly advertised.
Through a personal and confidential dialogue, you gain discreet access to strategically relevant appointments.
Functional Focus
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CFO & Finance Leadership: CFO | Finance Director | Chief Financial Officer (Commercial) | Head of Finance
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Accounting & Controlling: Head of Controlling | Group Accounting | Responsibility for Reporting & Financial Statements | Finance Business Partnering
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Tax & Treasury: Head of Tax | Tax Manager | Treasury Leadership
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M&A & Transformation: M&A Leadership | Corporate Finance | Post-Merger Integration (PMI) | Finance-Led Transformation Initiatives
Confidential Dialogue within Our Executive Network
1) Confidential Initial Discussion
A personal exchange regarding your current scope of responsibility, your leadership impact, and potential next steps in your career development.
2) Profile and Context Assessment
An evaluation of your leadership experience, governance relevance, and functional focus within the current market environment.
3) Mandate-Specific Dialogue
We contact you exclusively when a concrete appointment aligns strategically with your profile.
No mass outreach. No unsolicited approaches.
4) Guidance Throughout the Selection Process
Transparent communication, candid assessment, and discreet support throughout the decision-making phase.
Foundation of Our Dialogue
For an initial confidential dialogue, a current résumé or a reference to your LinkedIn profile is sufficient.
In our personal discussion, we are particularly interested in:
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The scope of your responsibility (e.g., team and budget accountability)
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Your functional focus and demonstrated leadership impact
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Relevant projects or transformation experience
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Your geographical and organizational flexibility
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Your expectations regarding your next professional step
Additional details are addressed in direct conversation — discreetly and tailored to your individual situation.
Your Path to Our Executive Network
Schedule a Confidential Initial Consultation 15 minutes to discuss your goals, timing, and options.
Or send your CV / LinkedIn profile link to info@add-research.de – we will get back to you shortly.