Leadership begins
with people
At SEMARE, we help organizations identify, assess, and empower the leaders who drive real change
With a people-first philosophy and deep market insight, we connect talent with purpose across Europe
Our philosophy
Success comes from culture-fit and leadership alignment, not just skills
We partner with organizations to build leadership that lasts
Our mission: unlock hidden potential for growth
What we do
- Executive search
- Talent mapping
- Talent assessment
Executive
search
We deliver tailored executive search solutions for senior leadership roles. Our process is discreet, data-driven, and deeply human ensuring a perfect balance between skillset and cultural alignment
Talent mapping &
market
intelligence
We provide strategic insight into the leadership landscape, benchmarking roles, assessing competitors, and building proactive pipelines for your organization's future growth
Talent assessment
As an accredited Facet5 partner, we apply scientific assessment tools to measure personality, motivation, and leadership potential. Our insights help clients make smarter hiring and promotion decisions that last
How we work
Every partnership begins with understanding: of your organization, your ambitions, and the people who will drive them forward
1
Discovery & Alignment
Listening closely to your culture, needs, and leadership expectations
2
Search & Mapping
Identifying top-tier talent through our networks and market intelligence
3
Assessment & Fit
Using Facet5 and structured evaluation to ensure the right cultural and leadership match
4
Engagement & Support
Managing communication, negotiation, and onboarding with precision
5
Long-Term Partnership
Staying connected beyond placement to ensure sustained success
Why SEMARE 
What sets us apart is the way we work, personally, precisely, and with purpose
Three senior partners personally lead every assignment
Pan-European reach with local market understanding
Transparent, flexible process tailored to each client
Trusted by leading global brands and innovative scale-ups
Our team
At SEMARE, every search is led by experienced partners who combine strategic insight with a personal touch
Stéphanie
Managing partner (Amsterdam)
stephanie@semare.com
Wouter
Managing partner (Amsterdam)
wouter@semare.com
Alexandra
Managing partner
(Paris)
alexandra@semare.com
