Bjørn-Olav Høksnes has over 15 years’ experience in executive search and a proven track record of successful outcomes for clients in various industries. He brings both analysis and instinct to the process of identifying leadership competencies that will help clients attain their objectives, developing strategies, and connecting with the right candidates for C-suite, board, and other senior roles.

Professional Focus

  • More than 15 years’ experience in executive search and recruitment
  • C-suite, board, and other executive roles including specialists in technology, transformation, strategy, and other areas
  • Broad industry experience including energy, technology, financial services, industrial, and public sector
  • Highly skilled in leadership and needs assessment, talent acquisition strategy, candidate search and assessment, leadership development, employer branding, networking and relationship building, project management and delivery
  • Certified in several personality and capability tests, such as OPQ32i, Cattell 16PF5, and G+
  • Native Norwegian, fluent in English

Business Expertise

  • Senior Advisor at a major Norwegian executive search, leadership assessment and board advisory firm focused on the Nordics and U.K.
  • Partner at a boutique executive search firm serving Norwegian and international clients; promoted from Senior Consultant role
  • Nordic Leadership Recruitment Specialist at one of the world’s leading consulting firms
  • Advisor, Research and Analysis at one of the world’s largest executive search and leadership recruitment firms
  • Marketing Consultant at Econa, Norwegian Association of MSc in Business Administration and Economics (formerly Siviløkonomene)
  • B2B Media Sales at Eniro AS

Additional Expertise

  • Energy
  • Technology
  • Financial Services
  • Industrial
  • Construction
  • Real Estate
  • Public Sector

Education & Certifications

  • Master’s degree (MSc) and bachelor's degree in organizational psychology from BI Norwegian Business School
  • OPQ, G+ SHL and Assessio Certifications

Affiliations & Awards

Board Member and former Chairman and Vice Chair, Econa

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