With over 20 years in recruitment, Olivier is no stranger to building and scaling high-performing teams. His career has taken him across the Life Sciences and Tech sectors in the Benelux, France, and DACH regions, giving him a deep understanding of both the European talent landscape and what it takes to lead in a competitive market.
After reconnecting with Panda’s founder Jay (an ex-colleague from earlier days), Oli was struck by the company’s client reputation, delivery quality, and leadership strength. Joining Panda as Managing Director was a natural next step. Combining international ambition with a shared belief in high-quality, long-term recruitment partnerships.
Today, Olivier leads Panda’s revenue growth and international expansion. What energises him most is building strategy with the leadership team and watching it come to life - always with the customer at the centre. Known for his positive mindset and analytical approach, Oli leads with both head and heart: focused on growth, grounded in data, and passionate about people.
Since joining, he’s helped Panda grow across revenue, headcount, and profitability - even in a complex, shifting global market. New clients, strong conversions, and a team that’s more aligned than ever? That’s the kind of momentum he’s proud to drive.
