Approach

Rooted in understanding each client’s strategic goals, we employ a rigorous, personalized process to identify top-tier leaders—executives and specialists who align with client vision and drive results. We place talent at both the leadership level and within supporting teams.

Expertise

With deep expertise in investment banking, capital markets, fintech, and wealth management, our team meets the distinct needs of financial institutions, tech-driven organizations, and securities services. We support critical roles such as Directors and Heads of Sales across the Middle East, as well as strategic positions in AI and BI. Our services extend to the buy-side, private equity, and insurance sectors, offering tailored talent solutions across these specialized areas.

Industries

Capital Markets

Executive placements in trading, structuring, and risk management.

Investment Banking

M&A, corporate finance, private equity.

Wealth Management

Teams managing private clients, family offices.

Payments & Fintech

Digital banking and payments tech.

Data & AI

AI and data science for financial firms.

Securities Services

Director-level and Head of Sales roles across the Middle East.

Business Intelligence (BI)

Roles in BI and analytics for strategic insight.

History

Founded in 2004, Search Elements established a strong presence in sub-Saharan Africa and the Middle East, successfully completing mandates across 16 countries in sub-Saharan Africa. Over the years, we have evolved into a fully integrated executive search firm, completing high-level placements across EMEA. Today, global financial institutions, regional organizations, and emerging fintech companies throughout EMEA trust our expertise.