Cb-Advisory

Executive Search - Strategic Advisory

About Us

Cb-Advisory, is a boutique recruitment firm specializes in direct approach recruitment, aligning with the strategic and operational goals of our clients.

With a focus on customized solutions and putting people at the forefront, we are renowned for finding the perfect match to enhance your team's performance.  

Our agile methodology, coupled with our team's extensive international experience at C-level, enables us to deliver top-notch services to our clients worldwide.

We are dedicated to meeting your needs, as we recognize that the human capital within your organization is a key differentiator.

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At Cb-Advisory, we specialize in multilingual recruitment across industrial sectors as well as services.

Our "out-of-box" approach ensures we find the best talent for each position through rigorous processes, sound cross-cultural network, recommandations, references and precise interviewing.

Our vision is to cultivate lasting relationships with our clients and candidates, founded on honesty, integrity, trust, and mutual respect.

We strive to be innovative and creative, consistently adding value to the recruitment process at every opportunity to further enhance the outcome all whilst working to an exceptionally high standard.

Cb-Advisory Services

EMEA-wide executive search for international companies operating across Europe

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Executive Search

We support cross-border organizations with a highly targeted, hands-on executive search approach.
Leveraging a deep Franco-German network and direct headhunting, we identify and secure leaders who fit not only the role, but your company’s culture and long-term ambitions.

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Strategic Advisory

We help family-owned and mid-cap companies strengthen leadership reliability through human governance assessment, risk mapping and discreet advisory.
Our focus: the “invisible factors” that make organizations resilient — trust, alignment and leadership integrity.

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International Partnerships

At Cb-Advisory, we believe that the strongest partnerships are built across borders.
Our Franco-German and European network connects senior professionals, advisors and sector specialists who enrich our searches and strengthen our insights.

These collaborations allow us to combine local cultural understanding with international reach — a key advantage for companies operating across France, Germany and broader Europe.

Through these trusted partnerships, we deliver rigorous, context-aware executive search and governance advisory services that truly reflect the realities of each market.

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Why partner with us ?

An agile and human-centered approach strengthened by international and cross-border expertise at senior and executive level.

With a proven track record, we identify leaders who truly fit your culture, empower your teams and elevate overall performance.

Our deep understanding of local specificities and international business environments ensures seamless support across France, Germany and broader Europe.

At Cb-Advisory, we believe that human capital is the cornerstone of long-term success. This is why we deliver rigorous, tailored and forward-thinking recruitment and advisory solutions that go beyond conventional methods. 

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We are strategic advisors dedicated to helping organizations foster growth alignment with their unique corporate culture. 

With a wealth of experience in industrial Mittelstand, manufacturing and as well as services, our senior executives provide a global perspective on organizational challenges and solutions.

We are passionate about empowering your organization to thrive in the competitive market.

Partner with us to reach your business goals, cultivate a culture of success, and access a diverse talent network that drives innovation and growth !

They trusted us !

  • The Simon-Kucher company
  • The BOBST company
  • The CBRE company
  • The Celsius company
  • The Quadient company
  • The I-Care company
  • The Jipé company
  • The CARAC company
  • The max.asp company

What they say about us :

  • “Cb-Advisory supported us in rebuilding teams by recruiting senior executives. Their deep experience and ability to understand complex organisational environments enabled them to manage the search process with clarity and precision.
    A highly professional partner.”

    — COO, international industrial group (DACH & Southern Europe)

  • “Cb-Advisory demonstrated a highly professional and rigorous approach across several senior search assignments. They invested the necessary time to understand our culture and the exact skills required for each role. The quality of the hires and their successful integration confirm the relevance of their methodology.
    A trusted partner for demanding searches.”

    — Senior Partner, global consultancy firm

  • “Cb-Advisory delivered a very professional and reliable support throughout our collaboration. I appreciated the consultant’s frankness and transparency, as well as the overall quality of communication. Candidates consistently felt well-guided and supported.”

    — Strategy Consultant, international advisory background

  • “Cb-Advisory combines persistence with a clear strategic vision in recruitment. Their expertise and forward-looking approach make them a valuable partner for complex hiring needs.”

    — Director of Operations, international industrial group

  • “Cb-Advisory played a key role in connecting me with the organisation and facilitating a constructive relationship with the senior leadership team. The consultant’s seniority and transparent communication were decisive throughout the process and strongly influenced my final decision.”

    — Managing Director & Senior Vice President, global technology group

  • “Cb-Advisory has supported us on several strategic recruitment projects over the past years, consistently identifying and presenting high-calibre candidates who later joined our organisation. I particularly value their ability to analyse and understand the client’s needs, clarify the critical elements of each target profile, and identify and engage outstanding candidates through thoughtful assessment and personal insight.

    Highly professional, responsive, and a genuinely pleasant partner to work with.”

    — Business Development Director, global industrial group

FRANCE — Paris Office

5, Av. Léon Heuzey

75016 Paris

Tel: +33 (0)6 19 77 15 56

DEUTSCHLAND

Bockhenheimer Landstrasse 17/19

60325 Frankfurt am Main

Tel +49 69 710455000