ESR (Executive Search Research)

Since 1997, ESR (Executive Search Research) has been the premier provider of top passive candidates and outsourcing partner to the world’s leading executive search firms and Fortune 1000 companies across Scandinavia and the U.S., with over 5,000 key placements. Backed by a global network of 100 industry-specialized recruiters certified through ESR's Headhunter Academy, along with strategic international partnerships and AI-driven automation, we help our clients change the world by recruiting the best talent. We leverage over thirty years of world-class outbound executive search experience with a mission to present only “diamond candidates” who are precisely on-spec. Our deep industry expertise enables us to thoroughly analyze each candidate and understand the exact needs of our clients, ensuring a perfect match every time. Our bestseller, “Secrets of the Executive Search Expert” showcases our best practice model for headhunting top passive talent. By harnessing leading AI tools in recruitment, we ensure our clients receive the best talent and service promptly. ESR's comprehensive services include our "short-list" service, training, and advising clients on integrating our best recruitment practices and how to best utilize AI in the hiring processes. By offering cost-effective, tailor-made outsourcing solutions, we aim to increase the quality of hires while dramatically reducing our clients' recruitment costs to eliminate the need for external recruiters. As a triple-impact company, we extend our mission beyond business by leveraging our recruitment and AI expertise through our CSR program, the 501(c)(3) non-profit Neighborhood Rescue of America (NRA). P.O.W.E.R., our leadership program central to NRA, is vital in creating resilient, safer communities for children and animals, contributing to a united and secure America. We host the Leif Erikson Awards to honor individuals mastering P.O.W.E.R. principles and offer an intern program for future leaders.