Lyon Headhunters
Top-Tier Recruitment Agency Providing Clients in Lyon with Exceptional Candidates
Our Executive Search Services in Lyon, France
As France’s second wealthiest city, Lyon contributes significantly to Europe’s economy. Located in the Auvergne Rhône Alpes region, the city is known as a center for the banking, biotech, and pharmaceutical industries. More and more foreign and French companies have established themselves in Lyon in the past few years, and there has been an influx of job offers. As a result, the job market has become increasingly competitive.
In such a fiercely competitive market, it is crucial for any company to recruit the right executives to ensure prosperity. Our firm understands the importance of finding the right fit for your business.
Keller Executive Search assists companies and start-ups in sourcing and hiring the most qualified job seekers for their available positions. We focus on delivering top-tier staffing services and great results.
Our mission is to supply our clients with exceptional executive professionals and leaders, each equipped with the skills and expertise needed to boost success in the business.
To achieve this, we make use of an exhaustive executive search process.
The Executive Talent Market in Lyon
The executive talent market in Lyon is made up of a metropolitan area with a GDP of €80 billion and a population of 2.3 million. France’s second-largest economy and the best place in Europe for pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies to do business. There are more than 300 life sciences companies in the Lyon Biopôle cluster.
Sanofi (operations), Groupe SEB, bioMérieux, Renault Trucks, and April Group are some of the biggest employers in or near Lyon. These companies work in fields like pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, chemicals, textiles, food and drink, and digital. There is a lot of need in the city for leaders in pharmaceutical research and development, biotech, and digital health.
Keller Executive Search’s Lyon office uses its extensive local networks in Part-Dieu, Confluence, Gerland, Villeurbanne, and Vaise to find transformational leaders or candidates who might not be found through more traditional recruiting methods.
Successful Placements in Lyon
Chief Digital Officer
Software Company
VP of Operations
Semiconductor Manufacturer
Chief Product Officer
Retail Corporation
CHRO
Insurance Company
Chief Revenue Officer
Real Estate Development Firm
CFO
Shipping and Freight Company
Chief Privacy Officer
Consumer Electronics Company
SVP of Strategy
Chemical Manufacturing Firm
Chief Supply Chain Officer
Hospitality Group
Our Process
Keller Executive Search is known worldwide for providing our customers with recruitment services tailored to their specific needs. To begin the process, our team of expert recruiters and consultants takes time to learn more about your business, its ethos, and what you seek in new team members. During this phase, we also aim to identify any challenges the business faces.
Armed with this in-depth knowledge, we follow our evaluation with a meticulous search for the best and most suited candidates. Each individual is hand-picked and undergoes an exhaustive screening process, during which our team verifies their references and checks their background for criminal records.
Once we have ensured that the professionals we recommend are fully qualified for the position, we can provide our clients with a shortlist to choose from.
Our Expertise
Industries We Serve
Our firm has many years of experience finding and recruiting candidates for a wealth of industries, including (but not limited to):
- Banking & Financial Services
- Biotechnology
- Education
- Environmental Technologies & Renewable Energy
- Fashion & Retail
- Food Industry
- Information Technology & Software Development
- Manufacturing
- Mechanical Engineering & Machinery
- Pharmaceuticals
- Tourism
Examples of Roles We Recruit For
As a professional recruitment firm, we are committed to providing the ideal candidate for each available position. Some of the roles we fill include:
- Chief Executive Officer
- Chief Financial Officer
- Chief Operating Officer
- Chief Technology Officer
- Financial Controller
- Human Resources Director
- Information Technology Director
- Manufacturing Plant Managers
- Marketing Manager
- Product Development Manager
- Project Managers
- Research and Development Director
- Sales Director
- Supply Chain Director
Why Choose Us for Your Executive Recruitment Projects in Lyon, France?
Keller Executive Search is recognized as a world leader in recruitment for our swift, top-quality services and great results. Our team specializes in finding professionals with the ability to succeed in their prospective roles and guide the organization to new heights.
We have access to a broad network of candidates eager to advance their careers by joining the right organization. With our detailed screening process, we ensure that each organization we serve is matched with their ideal talent.
Another key aspect of our approach to recruitment is our unparalleled dedication to workplace diversity. We strive for inclusivity by recruiting talented individuals from varied backgrounds, solely based on their skills and proficiency.
We are also known for creating long-term relationships with our clients. We offer support throughout the recruitment and hiring process, as well as continued support to ensure maximum employee retention rates.
Partner with Keller Executive Search to experience our exceptional services first-hand.
Client Testimonials
"The team nailed our search for a CTO in Lyon's crowded tech scene. They didn't send us any generic candidates, and they focused on leaders who thrive in fast-paced environments. Their vetting process was so thorough that we were able to cut weeks off our timeline. The hire has already accelerated our product roadmap in ways we didn't think possible here."
- Claire D., HR Manager (Tech Startups)
"I was hesitant to outsource our Head of Manufacturing search, but Keller Executive Search made it so worth it. The consultants asked about team dynamics we hadn't even considered and found someone who gets Lyon's industrial ecosystem. The candidate didn't just fill the role-they've improved cross-department collaboration almost immediately. Now, I recommend this firm to every peer in the region."
- Antoine L., Director of Talent Strategy
"Keller Executive Search found us a Finance Director when other agencies kept recycling the same profiles. Their understanding of Lyon's business culture meant candidates arrived pre-briefed on local challenges. The hire hasn't just stabilized our budget-they've identified efficiencies we'd overlooked for years. Honestly, their team made a daunting process feel straightforward."
- Élodie P., Chief Administrative Officer
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Tailored Excellence
Our dedicated senior consultants provide attention to detail at every stage of the search process, ensuring tailored results that exceed expectations
Nationwide / Global Talent Acquisition
Leveraging our extensive network, we identify and attract world-class leadership candidates from diverse backgrounds and locations
HR Advisory Services
We offer expert advice to optimize HR processes, boost efficiency, reduce workload, and increase employee retention and engagement.
Fast Turnaround time
Our consultants expedite searches, cutting time-to-hire while securing the best talent available.
Comprehensive Solutions
Beyond recruitment, we provide value-added services from organizational health to leadership development programs
Our Search Practices
We follow the highest industry standards when searching for talent for its clients.
Replacement Program
We contractually commit to replacing any hire that doesn't meet expectations.
Industry-Leading Assessments
We provide thorough evaluations, including personality insights, for shortlisted candidates.
Off-Limits Protection
We protect our clients' interests by marking their entire company workforce off-limits for our candidate sourcing. We prioritize your business excellence.
Dedicated Points of Contact
Every client has two points of contact. An account manager and a senior consultant This ensures fast & continued response
Unbiased Third-Party References
We conduct extensive background checks, covering credit, education, criminal, and employment history. We also perform security checks when needed.
