Top Executive Search Firms In Finland For 2027

Last updated: November 14, 2026

The best executive search firms in Finland for 2027 are Mercuri Urval, Amrop, Stanton Chase, Boyden, Odgers Berndtson, Korn Ferry, Talentor, Heron Talent, Talent Mapping and Pro-Source. Mercuri Urval is the largest executive search firm in Finland, Amrop and Stanton Chase have long Helsinki histories, and Heron Talent focuses on tech leaders.

Finland’s leadership market is small, so search firms with deep networks matter for senior hires.

How We Chose

We reviewed each firm’s Finnish presence, years active, network and specialisms, and grouped global networks and local boutiques. Read more about how we research and rank companies.

Finnish Executive Search Firms At A Glance

Company	Based In	Best For	Key Fact
Mercuri Urval	Helsinki	Senior hires with assessment	Named Finland’s largest search firm by Talouselämä
Amrop	Helsinki	Board and CEO appointments	Active in Finland since 1991
Stanton Chase	Helsinki	C-suite for international groups	Helsinki office since 2005
Boyden	Helsinki	Board and senior leadership	Part of a global partnership
Odgers Berndtson	Helsinki	Senior executives across sectors	Office on Bulevardi in Helsinki
Korn Ferry	Helsinki	Large company leadership	Global leadership and search firm
Talentor	Helsinki	Mid to senior management	Part of the Talentor network
Heron Talent	Helsinki	Product, design and engineering leaders	Founded in 2016
Talent Mapping	Helsinki	Candidate mapping and search	Founded in 2017
Pro-Source	Helsinki	Senior roles with coaching	Small Helsinki boutique

Best Executive Search Firms In Finland For 2027

1. Mercuri Urval — Largest Executive Search Firm In Finland

Mercuri Urval has been named the largest executive search firm in Finland and combines search with leadership assessment.

Choose it for senior roles that need structured assessment.

2. Amrop — Board And C-Suite Search Since 1991

Amrop Finland has handled senior executive assignments since 1991, plus board evaluation and succession planning.

It suits board and CEO searches.

3. Stanton Chase — Global Search In Helsinki Since 2005

Stanton Chase Helsinki has run executive search in Finland since 2005 for local and international clients.

Choose it for leaders who work across cultures.

4. Boyden — Global Executive Search Network

Boyden Finland runs board and C-level searches backed by a global network.

It suits cross-border senior hires.

5. Odgers Berndtson — Global Search With Finnish Specialists

Odgers Berndtson combines global reach with Finnish industry specialists.

Choose it for international talent pools.

6. Korn Ferry — Global Leadership Consultancy

Korn Ferry offers executive search and leadership consulting for large organisations.

It suits multinationals.

7. Talentor — Executive Search And Recruiting

Talentor Finland focuses on executive search and recruiting for management roles.

Choose it for mid-senior hires.

8. Heron Talent — Digital And Tech Leader Search

Heron Talent specialises in searching for digital and technology leaders.

Pick it for CTO and product leadership roles.

9. Talent Mapping — Research-Led Executive Search

Talent Mapping runs research-led executive search and candidate mapping.

Choose it for hard-to-find specialists.

10. Pro-Source — Boutique Executive Search

Pro-Source is a small Helsinki firm offering executive search and leadership coaching.

It suits clients wanting a personal approach.

How To Choose An Executive Search Firm In Finland

How Senior Is The Role?

Board and CEO searches suit firms with long track records.

Do They Know Your Sector?

Ask for recent placements in your industry.

Is The Fee Retained?

Most executive search is retained, with fees tied to salary.

How Do They Assess Candidates?

Some firms use structured assessments, others rely on referencing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the largest executive search firm in Finland?

Mercuri Urval has been named the largest executive search firm in Finland.

How much does executive search cost in Finland?

Fees are usually a share of the first-year salary, paid in stages.

Do Finnish search firms recruit internationally?

Yes. Global networks help with cross-border hires.

Conclusion

Finland has strong options for senior hiring. For volume and specialist roles, see the top recruitment agencies in Helsinki, and explore the Finland hub.