"We challenge the out-of-date methods and fee structures of traditional search firms and offer our clients a more bespoke, cost-effective and agile service."

ZAS Search was founded in 2016 by Zany Anton-Smith. She has over 25 years’ experience in executive search for financial services across Europe and the UK. A French speaker, Zany has lived and worked in Paris, Switzerland and London.

Our unrivalled European network of client and candidate relationships enables us to offer client solutions with ease on a cross border basis.

We have run searches in France, Switzerland, Italy, Belgium, Luxembourg, Milan, Madrid and the Netherlands.

We deliver outstanding team members who make a real difference to our clients’ success stories. Our track record is testament to this.

In an era of unprecedented digital change we believe hiring the right candidate is still the central driver to competitive advantage.

"No stone is left unturned when we run a search and we dedicate tremendous time, effort and energy in identifying and targeting the perfect candidate for your business needs and culture."

Our speciality is in investment and wealth management and we are proud to work with top names in ESG investing as well as Private Banking leaders in Europe and the UK.

We help clients make clear, informed recruitment decisions enabling candidates to reach their full potential.

We offer:

A bespoke, consultative service backed up with rigorous research.

Access to our invaluable and unrivalled European network.

Deep industry knowledge spanning nearly three decades.

Outstanding response times and a promise of excellence.

An emphasis on integrity, culture fit, sustainability and diversity.