Executive search firm Korn/Ferry International has appointed Bernard S Zen-Ruffinen as president of Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA).

Zen-Ruffinen, who spent more than nine years at Heidrick & Struggles, where he was managing partner of Switzerland, head of the European CEO & Board Practice and co-founder of the global Supply Chain & Transportation Practice, will report to CEO Gary Burnison.

Burnison says: “Bernard is a multicultural leader with an impeccable track record as a business builder and operating executive. He also has a thorough understanding of our industry and a deep passion for continuing to transform our company into a consultative, solutions-based firm.”

Zen-Ruffinen says:“Korn/Ferry’s diversified model and client approach is completely unique to the industry and I’m excited about the opportunity to help grow the firm’s well recognised brand even further throughout EMEA.

“I look forward to working with our Korn/Ferry colleagues in the region to drive further exposure of our world-class services.”