Solving your biggest people challenges in Asia.
Why FES Partners?
We're more than just recruiters. We see ourselves as problem solvers, ready to hit the ground running to help your business strategy come to life in Greater China, Southeast Asia and the wider region.
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Our story
Our heritage
Welcome to FES Partners, a premier executive search firm with a rich history dating back to the 1980s. Our origins can be traced to the renowned consultancy Fiducia (now Acclime) which provided extensive support to companies from the DACH region as they ventured into Greater China.
In 2017, founding partner Thaddaeus Mueller and the owner family of Fiducia decided to spin-off its talent search practice, giving rise to FES Partners, originally known as Fiducia Executive Search. With this solid foundation, our firm emerged with a clear vision and passion for helping mid-sized international companies solve what many clients quote as their biggest painpoint: finding the right talent to lead their Asia business forward.
Our early success was built upon our support for Mittelstand companies from the DACH region seeking to expand in Greater China. Through our commitment to excellence and client satisfaction, our reputation grew, and so did our geographic reach and search radius.
Shanghai in the 1990s when Fiducia opened its first mainland China office, and Shanghai today.
FES Partners today
Today, FES Partners serves a diverse range of clients comprising international companies from Europe, Asia-Pacific, and North America. Our regional footprint includes dedicated teams in Shanghai, Singapore, and Ho Chi Minh, strategically positioned to meet the evolving needs of our clients in Asia.
Globally, we are a proud member of the Lense & Lumen Advisory Group, a network of 15 independent executive search and HR consultancy firms worldwide. We share best practices, regional insights, and of course connections to enrich each others’ work and service to our clients.
Under the leadership of Thaddaeus Mueller and Dora Zhong, our team has evolved and thrived. Together, we bring a wealth of expertise, local insights, and industry knowledge to every executive search engagement. We are deeply committed to understanding our clients’ unique requirements and delivering tailored solutions that drive their success.
At FES Partners, we take pride in our heritage, our top-notch team, and our commitment to helping clients find exceptional leaders who can carry their Asia business to the next level.
We look forward to being part of your growth story in Asia.
FES Partners today
Today, FES Partners serves a diverse range of clients comprising international companies from Europe, Asia-Pacific, and North America. Our regional footprint includes dedicated teams in Shanghai, Singapore, and Ho Chi Minh, strategically positioned to meet the evolving needs of our clients in Asia.
Globally, we are a proud member of the Lense & Lumen Advisory Group, an international network of 16 independent executive search and HR consultancy firms worldwide. We share best practices, regional insights, and of course connections to enrich each others’ work and service to our clients.
Under the leadership of Thaddaeus Mueller and Dora Zhong, our team has evolved and thrived. Together, we bring a wealth of expertise, local insights, and industry knowledge to every executive search engagement. We are deeply committed to understanding our clients’ unique requirements and delivering tailored solutions that drive their success.
At FES Partners, we take pride in our heritage, our top-notch team, and our commitment to helping clients find exceptional leaders who can carry their Asia business to the next level.
We look forward to being part of your growth story in Asia.
Asia specialists. Globally well-connected.
At FES Partners, we’re constantly tracking our clients’ steps to support them in the best way possible. When our clients started pursuing a “China + 1” strategy in Asia, we expanded our regional capabilities.
In today’s globalised world, businesses seek nimble executive search partners who can provide personalised support across continents. Becoming members of the Lense & Lumen global network enables us to seamlessly meet our clients’ international needs without compromising on the boutique, tailored approach they value us for.
Our values
Our drive to exceed expectations starts from within. At FES Partners, we're committed to giving our best to teammates and clients by sticking to our core values:
Quality
We believe in excellence at every step (not just outcomes).
We stop at nothing to meet and exceed your expectations.
We work with the best.
Integrity
We’re commited to transparent and honest communication.
We build all our business relationships on trust.
We hold ourselves to the highest professional and human standards.
Authenticity
We genuinely care for teammates and clients as people.
We are approachable.
We stay true to our values.
Flexibility
We believe every challenge has a solution.
We adapt to changing needs and circumstances.
We are your partners in good and bad times.
Accountability
We deliver on our promises.
We see mistakes as lessons, and learn from them.
We take responsability and ownership for our decisions.
Long-term vision
We consider the long-term implications of our work for your business.
We value and work hard for long-term business relationships
We strive to have a lasting positive impact on people and organisations.