GKR Search and Selection

GKR Search and Selection is a specialist recruitment and talent advisory firm that works exclusively for the global aircraft leasing and aviation finance industry. It was established in Dublin in 2001 and says it has over two decades of experience.

It recruits for aircraft lessors, airlines, aviation finance firms, private equity (aviation), maintenance, repair and overhaul providers, engine and helicopter lessors, and service providers to the aviation sector. Its work covers retained executive search, contingent recruitment, and permanent, contract and interim appointments, as well as industry benchmarking. Roles include marketing, technical, finance, legal, risk and operations positions, HR and office support, and board and C-suite roles such as chief executive, chief commercial and chief operating officers.

GKR describes a global network spanning Dublin, Shannon, Miami, Connecticut, Hong Kong, Singapore, Amsterdam and San Francisco, and says it serves clients across Ireland, the UK, Europe, North America, Asia and the Middle East.