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A former lawyer, Caroline Oulié has led a significant career in executive search for more than two decades, working with top-tier search firms. She has an impressive track record of successful C-level placements and brings in-depth expertise to searches for leadership roles in legal, HR and compliance. Caroline is also an asset to clients seeking CSR talents and high-performing boards.
Professional Focus
- More than 20 years’ experience in executive search and management assessment
- Specialised expertise and experience in Legal, Compliance, CSR and Public Affairs
- Fluent in French and English, with working knowledge of Italian
Business Expertise
- Served in a variety of French and international corporations as well as business law firms and another leading executive search firm
- Founder and Co-Managing Partner of a boutique search firm specializing in retail and luxury goods, with offices in Paris, Brussels, Milan and New York
- Started executive search career with a top-tier international search organization; focused on C-level roles in financial, legal and HR
- Earlier career as a lawyer with France's leading business law firm; specialized in corporate and IT law
Additional Expertise
- Media & Entertainment
- Luxury
Areas of Expertise
Education & Certifications
- Post-graduate degree in intellectual property law from University of Paris II-Assas
- Master’s degree in international law from University of Paris II-Assas
- Paris Bar Certificate (CAPA)
Affiliations & Awards
- Former Member, Paris Bar Association
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