About Us

At Alex Partners, we partner exclusively with some of Europe’s most innovative, investment backed, high-growth technology businesses from our offices in Lisbon and London.

Being located in established and evolving technology hubs across Southern and Northern Europe allows us to invest in building strong partnerships across borders.

We truly believe, as our partners do, that successful global companies are created through a combination of innovation, ambition and people.

As companies scale, the collaboration of diverse, international and multi-cultural people becomes paramount to enable companies to achieve their ultimate potential.

We support our Partners growth by hiring exceptional international talent. Our approach is agile and our solutions are tailored to your specific needs.

I’ve been partnering with Alex Partners for the last few years and the results have been incredible. A real partner that we can count on to rise to challenges whilst providing smooth delivery and high level of quality.

Catarina, Head of HR, Portugal

Alex Partners Infographic

Our infographic Introduces Alex Partners Executive Search and explains how we challenge traditional ‘search’ models, and how have shaped our process to better reflect the aggressive growth aspirations of our partners.

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Our Leadership Team

Nina Carpanini

Founding Partner

“Alex Partners is something Giles and I had talked about doing for years and we feel so lucky to have made it happen.

We have always shared very similar views on what is important and Alex Partners has given us the platform to be considered and deliberate in our approach. This ensures that the world-class people we partner with trust us, and importantly, want to work with us in the future.

We truly believe that if we look after our partners futures, the future of Alex Partners will look after itself.”

Giles Daniels

Founding Partner

“Technology has such a positive impact on all of our lives. Personally, I’m lucky to spend every day in a network of hugely successful and inspiring people, who are making it happen! The reality is if building a business was always easy, we wouldn’t be needed. I thrive in solving those ‘problems’.

Our success and growth is based on delivering the highest level of service and people saying ‘great things’. That is huge motivation and something we all live by at Alex Partners.”

Kira Owen

Partner

“The European Technology landscape is currently growing with such a pace and with no signs of slowing, the demand to attract the best Talent is one of greatest challenges facing companies in growth mode. Supporting some of the most exciting Technology businesses in finding the ‘right person’ at the ‘right time’, often within tight timeframes, can be challenging and exhilarating in equal measure!

Our success at Alex Partners is based upon on meeting these challenges with an equal blend of experience and passion to deliver.”

Annika Bassi

Director

“Whether it’s facilitating our travel plans or recording our step count, technology is a part of our everyday. In order to keep up with our wants, needs and expectations, technology businesses must continuously evolve and develop to stay at the forefront of the market.

Not only do I get to live in such an exciting era, I am also part of a business which is dedicated to partnering with such companies to deliver exceptional talent that meets the needs of our ever-changing market.”

Oliver Treadwell-Collins

Partner – Impact

“It is an exciting time to be in the Impact sector where innovation meets sustainability. I partner with Impact Investors and their Portfolio companies, who are committed to the circular economy – building forward-thinking leadership teams for forward-thinking companies to overcome critical issues including Waste & Pollution, Regenerate Nature and material [re]circulation.

Together, we are reshaping a future where leadership excellence and innovation partners with the imperatives of sustainability and positive change.”

Frequently Asked Questions

How can Alex Partners Executive Search benefit my organisation?

Alex Partners challenge traditional ‘search’ models, shaping our process to better reflect your growth aspirations. Our unique delivery model, and flexible engagement options, offer you a partnership tailored to your needs that:

Takes a consultative approach to understanding your business, values, culture, hiring process and objectives.
Offers access to a constantly evolving, international network of exceptional talent.
Has a successful track record in delivering results against aggressive timelines.
Understands the importance of identifying candidates who are aligned with your company values and culture, to drive long term success.

What industries does Alex Partners focus on?

Our core markets include:

Software:
- Biometrics, Content Management, Cloud Database, Data Management, Sustainability, e-Procurement, Middleware, Observability, VMS | ERP, Risk Management Solutions, Treasury Management Cyber Security
IT Services:
- Atlassian, Anaplan, Microsoft, Cloud, Networking, Digital Transformation, Digitalisation, Telecoms, Datacentres, Unified Comms
Vertical Software:
- Clinical Laboratories, Construction, Civil Engineering, Diagnostics, Healthcare, Industrial, Automotive, Aftermarket Services, Office of the CFO, Aviation
Impact:
- Blue Economy, Agritech, Foodtech, Energy Transition, Circular Economy, Regenerative Agriculture

What job functions does Alex Partners specialise in?

We specialise in building senior leadership teams and recruiting individual contributors across: Sales, Marketing, Finance, Product, Operations (including Customer Success) and People

What type of executive roles does Alex Partners recruit for?

Our FUTURES brand is our Executive Leadership brand. We have partnered with investment backed businesses and Investment Funds to build the senior leadership teams in their portfolio companies (PortCo). These include CEO, CRO, CFO, CMO, CPO, CHRO, MD, COO, Head of Talent.

Our GROWTH brand is our Business Expansion brand. This can be project based, focused on hiring strategic management, individual contributors, first person in territory and go-to-market teams.

How does your borderless approach benefit clients seeking global talent?

Our truly borderless approach enables us to offer access to the best local and international talent pools for a single placement. It may be that the best candidate for a role is based outside of the country in which the role is based.

Does Alex Partners operate in specific countries?

Alex Partners has offices in London and Lisbon. We partner with European companies who wish to hire in Europe and global recruitment to support business growth. In 2023 we partnered with organisations headquartered in: Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Portugal, Norway, Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, and the UK. We placed candidates in each of those countries, as well as in Switzerland and the US.

What should I expect if I engage Alex Partners on a search?

Our delivery model comprises three steps: Discover, Engage, Deliver.

Discover: We facilitate strong collaboration between the Investment Fund and PortCo leaders from the start to guarantee complete alignment and establish a solid foundation for success.
Engagement: With a strong global network, we conduct borderless research and successfully repatriate expats, emphasising the importance of diversity in driving rapid international growth for European companies.
Deliver: We maintain a 100% success rate with hires approved by the Investment Fund and PortCo CEOs, delivering projects in just 12 weeks from proposal to contract, and ensuring a seamless transition from offer acceptance to onboarding

Does Alex Partners offer other services?

We offer a range of services:

AP SEARCH
- Retained by a Partner to support a key individual hire. Either a senior leader within our Futures brand or an individual contributor within our Growth brand.
AP STRATEGIC
- A bespoke and cost-effective, project-based talent acquisition solution for Partners looking to scale at pace across multiple geographies, or disciplines, or both.
AP INTEGRATED
- An agile, optimised, embedded talent acquisition solution for Partners who are looking to scale. Seamlessly integrates into your company or fund and delivers a constantly evolving talent pool aligned to your culture and values.
AP BENCHMARKING
- Market, competitor, or talent analysis for Partners looking to make critical and key hiring decisions in the short to medium term timeframe. At Leadership, organisational, or individual contributor level.
AP BUY & BUILD
- Supporting our Partners with expert guidance and meticulously researched target reports to drive their acquisitional growth strategy.

What is the pricing model for Alex Partners services?

Our commercial agility reflects our aim to build value partnerships with our clients. We share the risk with our partners and have a proven track record of delivering exceptional results. Talk to us about your specific needs.

How can I contact Alex Partners?

Email: hello@alexpartners-search.com

Phone: +44 203 868 7390

GROWTH

Driving Growth

GROWTH is Project Based, focused on hiring teams or individual contributors who directly impact the company’s future growth.

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FUTURES

Shaping Futures

FUTURES is the Executive Search brand within Alex Partners, collaborating with our clients to hire their executive and leadership teams.

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Get in Touch

To find out more about working with us, please get in touch.