Press Release
Boyden Expands in Europe by Appointing Six New Partners and One Principal
New additions strengthen client support in executive search and interim management
Erik Bitar Linnerud
Managing Associate, Norway
Erik Bitar Linnerud is an experienced executive search professional and valuable resource to clients seeking C-suite and board talent. As a specialist in financial services, he has assisted some of the world’s top PE funds and investment banks with executive recruitment. His strong understanding of the financial industry also enables him to provide expert advice throughout the search process.
Professional Focus
- Five years’ experience in executive search and consulting including international experience
- Specialized expertise in financial services and CFO recruitment
- Skilled researcher with competence in qualitative and quantitative methodologies and in-depth knowledge of candidate sourcing, screening and assessment
- Management background including business development, sales, procurement and HR
- Strong educational background in economics, finance and management
- Native Norwegian, fluent in English and Arabic
Business Expertise
- Senior Advisor at another of Norway’s leading executive search firms; involved in global searches for private equity, hedge funds and investment banks
- Senior Associate at AlphaSights, a leading global professional services firm specializing in expert networking; position based in London
- Regional Manager with full P&L within a business operating in the hospitality sector
- Assistant Teacher, corporate governance at BI Norwegian Business School
Sector Expertise
- Financial Services
- Investment Banking
- Private Equity
- Hedge Funds
- Professional Services
- Consulting
Education & Certifications
- Master’s degree in international business from Hult Business School, London
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration from BI Norwegian Business School, Oslo
Case Studies
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Building Institutional Investment Operations Leadership for a Mission-Driven Family Office
Boyden partnered with a leading family office and its affiliated foundation to appoint a Head of Institutional Investment Operations capable of designing and implementing a scalable operational platform to support a growing investment portfolio and long-term philanthropic objectives.
Dual expertise for change: CFO recruitment through executive search and interim management in the automotive sector.
A leading automotive supplier leveraged the combined strength of executive search and interim management to fill a critical CFO position quickly and sustainably – laying the foundation for successful transformation and financial stability.
A Time-Critical CFO Hire for a Scaling, PE-Backed Manufacturer
Boyden partnered with a private equity-backed leader in automated test systems to execute a Partner-led search with disciplined assessment and rapid momentum, identifying a finalist within two weeks and closing the mandate within 60 days.
Thought Leadership
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Articles & Papers
A Regional CEO Search to Realise U.S. Market Potential for a European Family-Owned Business
A European family-owned business approaching generational transition recognized that its U.S. operation required more than continuity—it required growth. The challenge was to redefine leadership for a critical market while navigating family dynamics and cross-border complexity. Here’s how the right appointment helped unlock the company’s U.S. potential.
Articles & Papers
Private Equity's Role in Powering the Energy Transition
As energy markets transform, private equity is driving the transition with diversified portfolios and leaders who can master both legacy and renewable systems.
Boyden Report Series
What’s Next for Industry? AI, Transformation, and the Talent Imperative
Industrial Trends Report: Analysing markets, studies, and trends on how AI, machine learning, and digitalisation are reshaping the industrial sector, with expert insights on talent and leadership from Boyden’s Global Industrial Practice Members.
Boyden Report Series
As social impact organisations stir our conscience, where does your organisation stand?
Social Impact Report: Analysing the trends and companies reshaping the role of enterprise in society, with expert insights from Boyden's Global Social Impact Practice Members
News & Events
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Press Release
Boyden Norway and ISCO Group Merge to Form Leadership Solutions Powerhouse
Market-leading brands combine sector specialisation and global reach, strengthening leadership and talent expertise for Norwegian, European and multinational clients
Press Release
Boyden Finds Digital Progress Puts Europe in Pole Position to Champion Industry 5.0
Global research shows Industry 5.0 gathering pace as European business leaders excel in leveraging digital capabilities through human ingenuity
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