Boyden announces new partners and promotions in Bulgaria, Ireland, Netherlands, Spain and the United Kingdom
Julian Ortner is a seasoned executive search consultant with over 25 years specialising in legal, compliance, risk and governance. Known for his work with organisations facing change and regulatory challenges, Julian identifies and places leadership talent for general counsel and other key executive roles. His insights into the legal landscape ensure clients appoint candidates who navigate complex regulatory environments with expertise.
Professional Focus
- Over 25 years’ experience in executive search
- Strong track record of appointments to general counsel, company secretarial, and other executive roles in legal, governance, risk and compliance
- Clients include PLCs, financial institutions, private and listed companies in the UK and overseas
- In-depth expertise in compliance, risk management, corporate governance, internal audit/group assurance, change management, executive remuneration and succession planning
Business Expertise
- Partner at a global executive search, talent and leadership consulting firm; led General Counsel and Governance Practice
- Director for General Counsel, Compliance and Company Secretarial Practice at an executive search firm specialising in executive and board roles within the professional services sector
- Consultant at a global executive search firm serving a range of sectors; focused on professional services, legal services and executive remuneration
- Director at an executive search firm specialising in professional services, including law, consulting and accounting firms, as well as executive remuneration
Additional Expertise
- Legal
- Professional Services
- Risk and Compliance
- Audit
- Financial Services
Areas of Expertise
Education & Certifications
- Bachelor’s degree from University of Reading
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