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Heidrick & Struggles

Global executive search, leadership advisory and on-demand talent firm; taken private by Advent International and Corvex in December 2025.

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Heidrick & Struggles is a leading global provider of executive search, leadership consulting/advisory and on-demand talent solutions, serving clients worldwide across senior leadership recruitment and organisational advisory. Founded in 1953 and headquartered in Chicago, it acquired Atreus (Germany) in 2023 to expand its interim/on-demand talent footprint in Continental Europe.

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Nov 4, 2024Heidrick & Struggles Q3 Financials: Revenue Up 6% to $278.6M, Strengthening Global Talent Solutions

Heidrick & Struggles reported solid third-quarter 2024 results, with revenue growth across all segments, hitting $278.6 million—a 6% year-over-year increase. Strengthening its leadership in talent solutions, the company…

May 6, 2024Heidrick & Struggles Reports Strong Q1 2024 Earnings, with Strategic Acquisitions Boosting Growth

Heidrick & Struggles International, Inc. reported an 11% year-over-year increase in quarterly revenue, totaling $265.2 million for Q1 2024. The company also declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.15 per share. Despite…

Feb 1, 2023Heidrick & Struggles Closes Acquisition of Atreus in Germany, Expanding its On-Demand Talent Footprint

Transaction advances long-term growth and diversification strategy to capture accelerating global opportunities in the on-demand talent market CHICAGO ,  Feb. 1, 2023   -- Heidrick & Struggles ("the Company"), a premier…

Dec 29, 2022Heidrick & Struggles Enters into Agreement to Acquire Atreus, Executive Interim & On-Demand Talent Business, in Germany

Acquisition Builds on Heidrick  & Struggles' Leadership Position in  Executive On-Demand Talent Space CHICAGO ,  Dec. 29, 2022  -- Heidrick & Struggles (Nasdaq: HSII ), a premier provider of global leadership advisory…

Oct 15, 2026Recruiting's Trust Deficit Shapes a Day of New Tools and Hard Numbers

From AI fraud in hiring to a California pay-data penalty that could hit seven figures, today's news keeps circling back to one question: who do you actually trust?

Oct 15, 2026CEOs want ‘enterprise CHROs’ who can talk strategy and skills, report finds

CEOs at high-performing companies are increasingly seeking CHROs who can engage on technology strategy and workforce skills, with enterprise CHROs partnering closely with senior tech leaders as AI reshapes work, according to a Heidrick & Struggles report.

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Heidrick & Struggles — frequently asked questions

What does Heidrick & Struggles do?

Global executive search, leadership advisory and on-demand talent firm; taken private by Advent International and Corvex in December 2025.

Where is Heidrick & Struggles headquartered?

Heidrick & Struggles is headquartered in Chicago, United States.

When was Heidrick & Struggles founded?

Heidrick & Struggles was founded in 1953.

Who founded Heidrick & Struggles?

Heidrick & Struggles was founded by Gardner Heidrick, John Struggles.

Who is the CEO of Heidrick & Struggles?

Tom Monahan leads Heidrick & Struggles as CEO.

How many employees does Heidrick & Struggles have?

Heidrick & Struggles has 1000+ employees.

What kind of HR technology is Heidrick & Struggles?

Heidrick & Struggles is categorized under Executive Search, Recruiting on DHRMap.

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