CEO succession is a difficult business, not least when you're a family business, says Boyden UK & Ireland partner, Kevin Keegan.
Emma Legeay is highly skilled in coordinating executive search processes while building relationships with candidates and clients, adding depth to the development of custom leadership solutions. She conducts in-depth research in various industries, assists in talent mapping, and is instrumental in identifying high-potential candidates through advanced sourcing tools and methodologies.
Professional Focus
- Coordinates executive search and recruitment processes, supporting candidate identification, assessments, and talent mapping report development
- Conducts market and candidate research for C-level searches in technology and consulting
- Works closely with a Managing Partner and in direct contact with clients and candidates
- Knowledgeable in executive search, project management, business development, human resources and organizational management
- Native French, proficient in English
Business Expertise
- Executive and Research Assistant at Boyden France
- Editorial Assistant at Direction de l'information légale et administrative (DILA)
Additional Expertise
- Double master’s degrees in public administration and editorial policies from Sciences Po Rennes and Sorbonne University
- Bachelor’s degree from Sciences Po Rennes; semester abroad at University of Edinburgh
A family-owned construction company partnered with Boyden to fill a pivotal new leadership role, aiming to drive innovation while maintaining their tradition of excellence.
Boyden partnered with a publicly traded cybersecurity firm to appoint a transformative director whose reputation and leadership experience amplify the company’s strategic ambitions and market position.
A European digital manufacturing leader partnered with Boyden to build its U.S. executive team, strengthening its employer brand and positioning the company for sustained growth in a competitive market.
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