CEO Headhunters in Hong Kong
CEO Executive Search and Headhunters in Hong Kong
Recruit Mogul provides dedicated CEO headhunting services to organisations across Hong Kong Island, Kowloon and other regions in Hong Kong. We work with boards, shareholders, business owners, and investors to appoint Chief Executive Officers who can set direction, lead at scale, and deliver sustainable results in complex environments.
Hong Kong’s economy is centred on financial services, professional advisory firms, international trade, logistics, property development, technology, retail, and healthcare. Its strategic role as a bridge between global capital markets and mainland China drives sustained demand for commercially agile executive leadership.
Our focus is on senior leadership appointments where vision, credibility, and execution capability must align.
CEO Search Focused on Leadership
CEO appointments define the future trajectory of a business. Our searches are conducted on a confidential, headhunting basis, targeting proven leaders rather than relying on applicants or CV databases.
Our CEO search approach centres on:
- Strategic leadership and long-term value creation
- Experience leading organisations through growth, change, or turnaround
- Strong governance awareness and board-level engagement
- Commercial judgement and capital allocation discipline
- Ability to build executive teams and lead culture
Each search is tailored to the ownership structure, industry context, and challenges facing the organisation.
Industries We Support
We recruit across financial services, professional services, logistics and trading groups, property and asset management, retail, and technology-enabled commerce. Many roles sit at the intersection of international governance standards and Greater China-facing commercial operations.
- Construction and Engineering
- Manufacturing and Industrial
- Mining and Natural Resources
- FMCG and Consumer Goods
- Financial Services
- Technology and SaaS
- Energy and Infrastructure
- Retail and Wholesale
- Logistics, Supply Chain, and Transportation
- Healthcare and Life Sciences
- Information Technology and Telecommunications
We understand how leadership expectations differ by sector and adjust our search strategy accordingly.
Our CEO Search Process
Our CEO search process is disciplined, discreet, and designed to reduce leadership risk at the highest level.
- Mandate definition – aligning on strategy, leadership expectations, and success criteria
- Market mapping – identifying CEOs and senior executives with relevant scale and context
- Direct engagement – confidential outreach to high-performing, passive leaders
- Assessment – in-depth evaluation of leadership style, track record, and board fit
- Shortlist presentation – clear, decision-ready insights to support confident selection
- Appointment support – managing negotiations, transition planning, and onboarding
This approach ensures a CEO appointment that strengthens leadership continuity and future performance.
Hire the Right CEO
Hiring a CEO is one of the most consequential decisions a board or ownership group can make. The right appointment sets direction, builds confidence, and shapes results for years to come.
Recruit Mogul supports CEO searches across major business centres in Sha Tin, Kwun Tong, Yuen Long, Eastern and other districts in Hong Kong, as well as internationally.
Contact us to discuss your CEO search requirements and timelines.
Placement Fee and Guarantee
Recruit Mogul uses a clear, outcomes based pricing model. Our placement fee is 18% of the candidate’s first-year base salary, and payment is due only after the candidate has formally joined your organisation. No retainers or upfront fees apply.
All hires are supported by a three-month replacement guarantee. If the candidate departs or falls short of expectations within 90 days, we will provide a replacement search at no additional cost, ensuring your investment is protected.