Executive search and strategic

advisory support

LOHFF|THORNING is a Danish executive search firm with more than 40 years of experience recruiting executive management teams and boards of directors – including for the defence industry and companies subject to special security requirements.

We advise Danish and international companies seeking access to the Danish market when leadership choices require thoroughness, sound judgement and accountability.

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We help boards, owner-managers and executive teams make leadership decisions that matter – strategically, organisationally and humanly. Our approach is characterised by experience, discretion and proven impact.

LOHFF|THORNING builds on the legacy of Lohff Management Consultants – one of Denmark’s most established names in executive headhunting – and continues a consulting tradition in which quality, discretion and accountability are core principles.

We therefore build on more than 40 years of experience, proud traditions and craftsmanship refined as we have developed processes and approaches – always in close collaboration with Danish business.

We have built a strong network of candidates at the highest levels of Danish business. Each year, we conduct several hundred interviews with top talents on their way to the top of Danish business.

40+ years of experience in Danish executive headhunting
12 experienced consultants with backgrounds in Danish business
Proven experience in the defence industry and critical infrastructure
Option for background checks and security assessments of candidates

What sets us apart from other strong executive search firms

Defence and security expertise

We work with companies that supply the defence sector and understand the requirements for compliance, discretion and security.

Background checks as an integrated part of the process

As one of the few firms in Denmark, our consultants can offer structured executive-level background checks.

Partner-led advisory services

With us, experienced partners always lead the assignment, from the first conversation to the final hire. If you are considering a critical recruitment, a strategic leadership change or need professional advisory support at the highest level, you are welcome to contact us for a confidential and non-binding dialogue.

Our core services

Executive Search

Executive Search focused on clarity and accountability
Recruitment of top executive and key profiles based on thorough analysis, discreet search and carefully considered assessments.

Board and Executive Management

Strategic advisory support when leadership is decisive
Advising boards and executive teams on leadership composition, succession, governance and strategic decisions.

Executive Outplacement

A dignified conclusion. A well-considered new beginning.
Discreet, individual outplacement programmes for executives, focused on accountability, respect and long-term clarity.

Defence Industry

Executive Search in environments with special requirements
Recruitment of leadership profiles for the defence industry and associated companies, where security, compliance and confidentiality are central.

Particularly with regard to the defence industry

Executive Search in the defence industry with due care

The defence industry places special demands on leadership, security and accountability. LOHFF|THORNING has experience with Executive Search in environments where decisions must withstand strategic, regulatory and public scrutiny.

Our approach is characterised by thoroughness, confidentiality and a clear understanding of the requirements that apply to companies supplying the defence sector and the defence industry, directly or indirectly.

International access to Denmark

Access to the Danish market.

We advise international companies seeking to establish or scale in Denmark. Our strength lies in the combination of local market insight, strong Danish networks and experience with Executive Search in regulatory complex environments. We are part of “Invest in Denmark” under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and are available to international companies seeking a presence in the Danish market.

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