Alexander Van Vianen

Managing Partner at IKIGAI Talent Group

Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

About

At IKIGAI Talent Group, we build the teams that move companies forward. We focus on Executive, Engineering, Sales and Digital roles, working closely with founders and leadership teams to identify, attract and place the people who will truly impact growth. Our process is data-driven, fast and rigorous — every step is designed to prioritize quality, maximize alignment, and ensure results. We add value in every conversation, providing insight and guidance that goes beyond filling a role. We don’t just deliver candidates. We deliver outcomes that accelerate growth, strengthen teams, and shape the future of the business.

Experience

  • Managing Partner at IKIGAI Talent Group
    Feb 2021 - Present · 5 yrs 5 mos

    Lead IKIGAI’s strategy and execution across Executive, Engineering, Sales and Digital searches, ensuring every search drives business impact. Partner directly with founders and leadership teams to design and build high-performing, growth-focused teams. Oversee a data-driven recruitment process that balances speed, quality and alignment with business objectives. Mentor and guide consultants to deliver focus, insight and value in every client and candidate interaction. Advise on talent strategy, organizational design and team structure, shaping the trajectory of companies at every stage.

  • Business Coach at Ikigai Employ
    Feb 2021 - Present · 5 yrs 5 mos

    At IKIGAI Employ, we guide organizations and their people through the entire Employ Journey, ensuring talent is effectively selected, onboarded, developed, promoted, and, when necessary, transitioned. Our approach starts with a comprehensive diagnostic to identify strengths, gaps, and growth opportunities, tailoring solutions to each organization. 1. Select We help organizations identify and attract top talent, aligning recruitment strategies with business goals and culture 2. Onboard & Integrate Through tailored onboarding programs, we accelerate integration, set clear expectations, and foster engagement from day one 3. Develop & Empower We design custom training programs to enhance leadership, team collaboration, communication, and functional skills, creating high-performance teams 4. Promote & Retain We support career growth through succession planning, mentorship, and skill development, ensuring top talent is nurtured and retained 5. Transition & Offboard When change occurs, we facilitate smooth transitions, supporting both the organization and employees while preserving engagement and knowledge With over 10 years of experience, we help organizations build strong teams and effective leaders, ensuring the right people are in the right roles to drive growth and success. Whether you are a company seeking top talent or an individual looking for growth opportunities, we provide strategic guidance across the full employee lifecycle.

  • Robert Walters (4 yrs 11 mos)
    • Head of IT, Digital & IT Sales
      Jan 2019 - Feb 2021 · 2 yrs 2 mos

      I've led the whole recruitment team of (Technology, Digital and Sales) (+12 recruitment professionals)

    • Senior Consultant - Information Technology
      Mar 2018 - Oct 2019 · 1 yr 8 mos

    • Consultant - Information Technology
      Apr 2016 - Mar 2018 · 2 yrs

  • Junior Investment Analyst at Conector Startup Accelerator
    Dec 2014 - Jun 2016 · 1 yr 7 mos

    The aim of Conector is to help, support and accelerate Internet, mobile and new technology projects with international competence. The Conector associates are recognized successful entrepreneurs in different business areas. Carlos Blanco, Marc Vidal, Xavier Verdaguer, Risto Mejide, Marc Ros, Gerard Olivé and Elisabeth Martinez connect their support vocation to the Startups.