Tick Executive Search & Headhunting

Executive Search
Leadership is a mindset, not a position.

We connect exceptional leadership talent with leading companies. Specialized headhunting for executive and specialist positions across Basel and Europe.

140+
Companies Served
110K+
Candidates
96%
Retention Rate
18+
Industries

For years, Xowa has been connecting exceptional talent with leading companies across Basel and Europe. Now we're introducing Xowa Executive – our dedicated brand for Executive Search & Headhunting, with a clear focus on senior-level positions.

Executive search and leadership talent

Leadership is about impact, not title

Modern leaders understand that leadership is about vision, empowerment, and creating an environment where others can excel. It's not about the title on your business card – it's about the impact you make.

  • Our specialized headhunters bring deep market knowledge and industry insights to every search.
  • We understand the need for discretion, the importance of cultural fit, and the value of long-term relationships.
  • We approach each search with empathy and precision – our goal is matches that benefit both the organisation and the executive.

Xowa is part of an international network of executive search firms in 35+ countries, enabling cross-border recruiting and global talent acquisition while keeping the personalized, high-quality service that defines Xowa.

What stays? Our expertise, our approachability, our quality standards.
What's new? A clear focus on executive and specialist positions.

Executive Search: Your Benefits at a Glance

Discretion & trust

Confidential, senior-level searches handled with the discretion and care your role and organisation require.

Cultural fit

We match on skills and on culture. Our goal is long-term success for both the executive and the organisation.

Market expertise

Deep knowledge of executive markets and industries so we find and attract the right leaders.

Global reach

Part of a network in 35+ countries for cross-border and international executive searches.

Long-term relationships

We build lasting partnerships with both organisations and executives, creating matches that endure.

Senior-level focus

Dedicated focus on executive and specialist positions, with the approachability and quality that define Xowa.

Handpicked Opportunities

Discover executive roles that match your expertise and career aspirations

Corporate Solicitor

Industry: Finance • Contract: Full time

Manchester

15.02.2026

Senior Full Stack Developer

Industry: IT & Tech • Contract: Full time

Basel

15.02.2026

Senior Property Consultant

Industry: More Jobs • Contract: Full time

Bristol

15.02.2026

Senior Project Manager

Industry: Construction • Contract: Full time

Liverpool

15.02.2026

Registered Nurse - Emergency Department

Industry: Life Sciences • Contract: Full time

Birmingham

15.02.2026

Computer Science Teacher

Industry: Engineering • Contract: Full time

Leeds

15.02.2026
Executive Search Team

Contact us

Let's have a personal conversation about our quality standards and industry expertise. We're here to discuss how Xowa Executive can help you find exceptional leadership talent or advance your executive career.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Executive Search Team

+41 41 632 43 55

executive@xowa.com

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What Our Network Says

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Fund Manager

Working with this team completely changed the way we hire. They understood our requirements quickly and connected us with highly qualified professionals who were a perfect cultural and technical fit.

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