Apex15

Executive search and talent advisory

Trusted search for modern technology

Apex15 is an executive search and talent advisory firm focused on advanced technology markets. We find the people who build what’s next, lead through change and keep growth businesses moving forwards.

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Selected former clients

Who we've worked with

From fast-growing scaleups to global leaders in software, security and semiconductors.

  • Hibob
  • Orca Security
  • Infineon
  • Dayforce
  • Typeform
  • SES Satellites
  • Intel
  • Texas Instruments
  • Aqua Security
  • UKG
  • Marks & Spencer
  • Speedcast

Who we are

Twenty‑five years of heritage. A sharper focus.

Apex15 brings 25 years of executive search experience to advanced technology markets. We were built on the heritage of ICP Search, which now focuses solely on modern sport. Apex15 carries its technology work forward.

That means a network built over 25 years, a record of senior appointments for businesses like Intel, Infineon and Hibob, and a working understanding of how successful technology companies are built and run.

Our heritage

  1. 2001ICP is founded

    ICP begins recruiting for technology and semiconductor businesses.

  2. GrowthCommunications, data and software

    Our work expands across emerging markets, led by the success of our relationships built over time.

  3. RecognitionBest International Recruitment Company

    The group is named winner at The Recruiter Awards.

  4. Focus 2026ICP specialises in modern sport

    ICP Search narrows its focus to modern sport: clubs, leagues, venues, media and sports technology.

  5. 2026Apex15 launches

    Apex15 takes the technology work forward, across five advanced technology markets.

How we work

Proactive

We map the market and open conversations early, so you meet the right people, including those who aren't looking.

Specialist

Five technology markets and nothing else. We know the businesses, the roles and the people in each one.

Proven

25 years of senior appointments, for clients including Intel, Infineon and Hibob.

AI + human

AI-assisted research finds and maps talent faster. Experienced judgement decides who is right for you.

Services

How we help

Four ways to work with us, from the board appointment to the team that leader goes on to build.

Executive search

For CEO, board, C-suite, VP and head of function appointments: the hires that shape product, growth and direction.

Specialist search

Targeted search for senior specialists and managers in engineering, product, data, security, go-to-market and operations.

Multi hire

Once the leader is in place, we help them build the team. Embedded recruitment for hiring at pace, scaling a function or opening a new market.

Culture & leadership development

Practical work with leadership teams on communication, trust and performance, so new leaders land well and teams deliver.

Not sure which fits? Tell us about the role and we'll advise.

Practices

Where we work

Five technology markets where we know the businesses, the roles and the people. Most of our work comes at moments of growth, change or transition. We appoint the leaders, then help them build the teams around them.

Software

Enterprise software & SaaS

Leaders across product, engineering, go-to-market and customer teams, from first enterprise deals to global scale.

Example mandates

  • CEO and General Manager
  • Chief Revenue Officer, VP Sales
  • Chief Product Officer, VP Product
  • CTO, VP Engineering
  • Chief Marketing Officer
  • Chief Customer Officer
  • Senior Commercial

Focus

  • B2B SaaS
  • HR and workforce tech
  • Vertical software
  • Platform and infrastructure

When clients call us

  1. First enterprise sales leader
  2. International expansion
  3. Leadership build ahead of an IPO
  4. Growth
Security

Cybersecurity

Security and commercial leaders, for the vendors who build security and the organisations that depend on it.

Example mandates

  • Chief Information Security Officer
  • VP Sales, Regional Director
  • Field CTO, Solutions leadership
  • Head of Security Engineering
  • Chief Product Officer
  • Channel and Alliances leadership
  • Senior Commercial

Focus

  • Cloud security
  • Identity and access
  • Data security
  • Managed security services

When clients call us

  1. Building a regional sales team
  2. Appointing a first CISO
  3. Product leadership
  4. Growth
Data

Data & analytics

Leaders who turn data into products, decisions and revenue, across platforms, analytics, AI and engineering.

Example mandates

  • Chief Data Officer
  • Head of AI and Machine Learning
  • VP Data Engineering
  • Head of Analytics
  • Data Product leadership
  • Data Governance leadership

Focus

  • Data platforms
  • AI and machine learning
  • Analytics and BI
  • Data governance

When clients call us

  1. Creating a data function from scratch
  2. Taking AI from pilot into production
  3. Data leadership after an acquisition
Transformation

Digital transformation

Leaders who carry change through complex organisations: technology, operating model and people together.

Example mandates

  • Chief Information Officer
  • Chief Digital Officer
  • Transformation Director
  • Programme Director
  • Head of Enterprise Architecture
  • Chief Operating Officer

Focus

  • Enterprise programmes
  • Operating model change
  • Cloud and ERP migration
  • Digital channels

When clients call us

  1. Leading a multi-year change programme
  2. A new operating model after a merger
  3. Technology leadership for a turnaround
Silicon

Semiconductors

Engineering, commercial and operational leadership across design, manufacturing and the supply chain.

Example mandates

  • VP Engineering
  • Head of Design and Verification
  • Director of Operations
  • Supply Chain Director
  • VP Sales and Business Development
  • General Manager, Site Leader

Focus

  • Power semiconductors
  • Analogue and mixed signal
  • Embedded systems
  • Manufacturing and fabs

When clients call us

  1. Leadership for a new site or fab
  2. Engineering leadership for a new product line
  3. Commercial growth in new regions
We partner with Start-ups & scaleupsEnterprise companiesGovernmentVenture fundsPrivate equity

A small number of important mandates. Completed successfully.

Selected mandates

1–3 of 12
Software

Chief Revenue Officer

Series C HR tech SaaS scaleup

Location
London
Service
Executive search
Security

VP Sales, DACH

Global cloud security vendor

Location
Munich
Service
Specialist search
Data

Chief Data Officer

PE-backed data and analytics platform

Location
London
Service
Executive search
Transformation

Transformation Director

FTSE 250 retailer, digital programme

Location
London
Service
Executive search
Silicon

VP Engineering, Power Semiconductors

European chip manufacturer

Location
Dresden
Service
Specialist search
Security

Founding go-to-market team, six hires

VC-backed security startup entering the UK

Location
London
Service
Multi hire
Software

Chief Marketing Officer

B2B SaaS platform preparing for IPO

Location
Amsterdam
Service
Executive search
Security

Chief Information Security Officer

Global logistics group

Location
London
Service
Executive search
Data

Head of AI

Fintech scaleup

Location
London
Service
Specialist search
Transformation

Chief Digital Officer

UK insurer, customer and claims transformation

Location
Manchester
Service
Executive search
Silicon

Supply Chain Director

Analogue and mixed signal chip maker

Location
Munich
Service
Executive search
Data

EMEA sales leadership, five hires

US data platform expanding into Europe

Location
Paris & Berlin
Service
Multi hire

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