Gryphon Search

Gryphon Search is a recruitment consultancy based in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, founded in 2004 by Boudewijn Vellinga. The company specialises in finance, commodity, and technology recruitment, with particular expertise in placing mid- to senior-level specialists and executive roles. Their entire recruitment process is transparent with minimal non-poach agreements, working at speed without compromising quality.

The firm has an extensive track record across local markets including BeNeLux and DACH, as well as other European locations. They provide detailed candidate appraisal before approach interviews through their Market Map process, completed within 15 working days. Gryphon's hands-on approach ensures the person conducting the assignment handles source calls directly. The company is known for honest assessment of which searches suit their expertise and willingly turns down work if not the right fit.

With headquarters in Amsterdam, Gryphon Search has expanded to include offices in The Hague and Frankfurt, Germany. The team includes Boudewijn Vellinga, a seasoned recruiter since 2004 with strong business acumen, and Apoorva Pandey as Head of Research with over a decade of experience. The company serves both retained and contingency-based mandates, offering a partnership approach focused on client success.