Director, Client Talent Strategy with Advancement to Vice President

About TH Bender

TH Bender stands as the premier retained executive search firm in North America, focusing on placing VP and C-level leaders within American branches of international corporations. With close to two decades in the industry and nearly 2,000 high-level placements, the firm serves clients whose headquarters span the DACH region, China, India, Japan, and Europe. The company's unique strength lies in its deep market insight, cultural expertise, and proven performance in a rare international corridor.

Role Overview

The Director, Client Talent Strategy role involves complete ownership of a portfolio of mandates, spearheading business development efforts, and expanding a well-established client base. This position requires a proactive, entrepreneurial approach with direct profit and loss responsibility and offers a defined track to becoming Vice President.

Key Responsibilities

• Initiate and oversee retained executive search assignments at the VP and C-suite levels with full P&L management.
• Manage the end-to-end search process including briefing, candidate sourcing, evaluation, placement, and ongoing support post-placement.
• Build and nurture influential relationships with company owners, advisory boards, and executive leadership to secure retained engagements.
• Act as a trusted advisor at a peer level to senior leadership, providing clear and confident guidance on leadership decisions.
• Represent the organization at relevant industry gatherings and maintain active participation in international business communities.
• Drive firm expansion through client referrals, repeat business, and deepened relationships.

Qualifications and Skills

• Established success in retained executive search, management consulting, or senior international business development with continuous engagement at the C-suite level.
• Recognition and credibility among senior decision-makers, capable of providing advisory expertise rather than mere execution.
• Understanding of international business dynamics and investment flows from global regions to North America.
• Strong entrepreneurial spirit and readiness for independent revenue responsibility.
• Well-developed network within export-driven industries such as automotive, life sciences, mechanical engineering, chemicals, or technology.
• Possession of a bachelor's degree is mandatory; an MBA or other advanced degree is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in German language is essential.

What the Firm Provides

• Access to a prestigious brand and client portfolio developed over nearly 20 years, providing immediate credibility.
• Complete autonomy within a focused, high-performance team that directly rewards successful outcomes.
• A transparent advancement route toward Vice President along with significant performance-based benefits.
• A collegial and principled workplace culture rooted in integrity, professionalism, and mutual respect.