Founder-led search with technical and legal literacy
The firm is built around a specific combination of technical background and professional experience that shapes how we approach search.
Background
Aerospace engineering background with hands-on maintenance exposure in a Lufthansa Technik environment. This technical foundation means I understand the difference between a Part-145 quality manager and a Part-M airworthiness manager, why a Head of Line Maintenance hire is different from a Head of Base Maintenance hire, and what "regulatory confidence" actually looks like in practice.
Strong grounding in contracts, liability and governance. This shapes how I take briefs – I ask about accountability structures, regulatory exposure and stakeholder expectations, not just reporting lines and salary bands. I understand how technical decisions translate into commercial and regulatory risk.
Combined, this background means I can challenge briefs, represent you credibly in the market, and assess candidates against the realities of your operating environment rather than generic competency frameworks.
How I approach search
Brief challenge, not brief acceptance
I push back on briefs that don't make sense. If the role as specified won't attract the candidates you need, or won't solve the problem you're actually facing, I'll tell you before we start.
Market research before outreach
Every search starts with structured research. I build a view of the relevant talent pool – who exists, where they sit, what would move them – before approaching anyone.
Context-first assessment
I assess candidates against your operating environment, not generic competency frameworks. The goal is to find people who will succeed in your specific context.
Direct delivery throughout
I handle every aspect of the search personally. No handoffs, no junior teams, no offshore support. The person you brief is the person who delivers.
Discretion as standard
Senior mandates in small markets require careful handling. I protect your position and your candidates' positions throughout the process.
What I don't do
Ready to discuss a mandate?
If you have a critical technical or leadership role to fill, I would be interested to understand the brief and explore whether we're the right fit.