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Zahlmann Consulting

Executive Search · AI, Blockchain & Crypto

Leadership for companies growing with AI and blockchain.

Dirc Zahlmann has been active in blockchain since 2011 – as an early Bitcoin miner, investor and founder of the Swiss Crypto Roundtable. We use this network and subject expertise to fill key positions in AI, blockchain and crypto companies – not only in sales.

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Typical roles

Key positions across five areas.

Example roles – not advertised vacancies.

  • 01

    Executive management

    • CEO
    • COO
    • Country Manager
    • Managing Director for market entry (DACH, Dubai/VARA, Asia)
  • 02

    Technology & product

    • CTO
    • Head of Engineering
    • Lead Blockchain / Smart Contract Development
    • Head of AI / Machine Learning
    • Head of Product
  • 03

    Regulation & compliance

    • Head of Compliance
    • MLRO / Anti-Money Laundering Officer
    • Regulatory Lead (MiCA, VARA, FINMA)
    • Risk & Security
  • 04

    Capital & tokenisation

    • CFO
    • Head of Treasury
    • Head of Tokenization / RWA
    • Investor Relations
  • 05

    Growth & partnerships

    • CRO / Head of Sales
    • Business Development
    • Head of Partnerships
    • Community & Ecosystem Lead

Why us

  • In the market since 2011 – we know the people before they become visible on LinkedIn.
  • We distinguish substance from hype – technically and from a regulatory perspective.
  • DACH, Dubai and Asia through one point of contact.

Process

Four steps to the right hire.

Discreet and without job portals: we approach candidates directly from our network.

  1. 01

    Briefing

    We clarify the role, market, responsibilities, compensation range and success criteria with you.

  2. 02

    Direct approach from our network

    Direct approach through our personal network and via LinkedIn – discreet, without job portals.

  3. 03

    Shortlist with assessment

    You receive a short list of vetted candidates with our personal assessment.

  4. 04

    Support until start

    We support interviews, offer and transition through to the first day.

In our industry, discretion is worth hard cash. No name, no mandate and no candidate leaves our circle without explicit consent.

AI, Blockchain & Crypto

Current search mandates

Current mandates are awarded confidentially. Get in touch with us, or as a candidate, take a look at the Leader Circle. Go to Leader Circle

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Placement by ZZ VENTURES CONSULTANCY