Karlsruhe region
Executive Search in Karlsruhe
Executive search for managing directors and decision-makers in technology, energy, industry and the Mittelstand of the TechnologieRegion Karlsruhe.

A technology region on my doorstep
Karlsruhe is a major location for research, IT and energy. In the surrounding area between Rastatt, Bruchsal and Pforzheim are the automotive industry, suppliers and a diverse Mittelstand.
The region benefits from its universities and research, but competes with Stuttgart, Rhine-Neckar and Alsace for the same executives. The brief is for people who combine technology and entrepreneurship.
What this means for your appointment
01
In person, on site
Meetings can be arranged at short notice.
02
Technology and leadership
I look for profiles that combine closeness to research with market understanding.
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The Upper Rhine in view
The search area extends into the Palatinate and Alsace.
Exclusive direct search
I identify and reach the people who are not actively looking, in the visible and the hidden job market.
A precise fit
No matching against a database, but a search grid tailored to your requirements.
Transparent terms
I work on a retainer basis, as is usual in executive search. We discuss the details openly in the first conversation.
Typical mandates
When companies in Karlsruhe contact me
Technology and IT companies
Growing technology and software companies in Karlsruhe need managing directors who can lead both technology and growth.
Energy and infrastructure
The energy transition is changing utilities and engineering companies. They need leaders for new business areas and large investment programmes.
Industry between Rastatt, Bruchsal and Pforzheim
The automotive industry, suppliers and SMEs in the surrounding area are looking for plant managers, technical heads and finance directors.
The other side of the table
The perspective of a former HR director
I know the client's side
For more than 15 years I was an HR director myself. I know what a management team really needs from a search consultant.
I assess what matters after signing
Appointments rarely fail because of the CV, but because of leadership, culture and expectations. That is exactly what I test.
I run every mandate myself
From the first conversation to the signed contract, I am your only point of contact.
Industries
Industry knowledge in Karlsruhe
In Karlsruhe and the Upper Rhine I work mainly for companies in these industries:
FAQ
Executive search in Karlsruhe: frequently asked questions
Why a search consultant from the region?
I live in the region, know the regional labour market and can be with you quickly for meetings.
Which positions do you fill in Karlsruhe?
Managing directors, technical and finance management, plants and sales, in technology companies as well as in industry in the surrounding area.
Do you only work in Karlsruhe?
No. I search across Germany. We define the search area for each position together.
What does a search cost?
I work on a retainer basis, as is usual in executive search. The amount depends on the position and the effort; we discuss the details openly in the first conversation.
Confidential enquiry
Let's talk about your appointment in Karlsruhe.
Briefly describe your situation. I will get back to you personally. The first conversation is confidential and without obligation.
Prefer to talk directly?
+49 156 78 32 58 68
Your executive search consultant for the Karlsruhe region
Sven Braun · +49 156 78 32 58 68 · info@svenbraun.de

