Based in London, she will be responsible for worldwide operations.

D’Arcangeli’s focus at Kingsley Gate will be global delivery, growth and performance across the business. The new role encompasses hiring, people development, organisational development and M&A. While most of her time will be spent operationally, she will also continue to work with selected clients.

D’Arcangeli has over 25 years’ experience in international executive search with a strong track-record in multi-territory searches for senior cross-functional roles including board of directors, C-suite and operational leaders.

She also has extensive expertise working with multinational companies to drive growth through strategic leadership consulting and organisational development.

Before joining Kingsley Gate, she was managing partner – UK & Ireland for Boyden and global leader of the firm’s industrial practice. Before that, she was COO of a diversified regional investment group, with responsibility for the management and growth of portfolio companies across MENA.

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