Our Mission
2P was founded on a clear conviction: leadership decisions are the fastest way to change a company's trajectory, particularly in ownership driven mid-market environments. With backgrounds across consulting, M&A and PE environments, we built a firm that combines search craft with strong advisory judgement. "Placing personalities" means taking responsibility for long-term impact - for clients and for candidates alike.
Meet our Team
Individual Personalities. Shared Values and Goals.
Managing Partners
Partner-led mandates with direct involvement from first brief to final decision. Combining market access with structural judgement shaped by mid-market consulting and operational experience.
Directors
Execution-focused search and advisory expertise with deep exposure to the industries and talent landscapes our clients operate in.
Project Management and Research Team
Systematic market mapping, targeted outreach and process excellence.
Join our Team
Join a team that values expertise, integrity, and impact.
Senior Advisors
Experienced operators and sector experts, adding independent judgement, market access and board-level perspective in executive assessments and governance mandates.
Our Principles
How we work
01
Partnership
We engage as partners in decisions, not as external suppliers. Direct, committed and invested in long-term outcomes.
02
Direction
We execute sensitive mandates with confidentiality, discipline and clear communication.
03
Independent Judgement
We challenge assumptions, sharpen role clarity and assess leaders beyond the obvious.
04
Accountability
We keep commitments and take responsibility for outcomes. Measured by impact, not activity.
Carreer
Join a team that values expertise, integrity, and impact
Alongside the typical “recruitment toolkit”, we value individual sector expertise and a deep understanding of our clients’ industries and business models. We provide you with the tools and knowhow you need and encourage regular dialogue within the team to ensure your individual development path is maximised.
Exciting mandates 1:1 with inspiring personalities
A high degree of personal responsibility and flexibility
Competitive and appreciative salary model
Familiar and open team culture
Individual career development and structured mentoring
Our Promise
Integrity and discretion are the foundation of every relationship we build. We treat every mandate with the highest confidentiality, respect all parties throughout the process, and never compromise on transparency and ethical practice.
Philipp Paul
Managing Partner, 2P PARTNERS