Heidrick & Struggles Opens 'Big Data' Recruitment Arm

In the US, executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles has launched a Big Data & Analytics Practice, claimed as the first of its kind.

Chicago-based Heidrick & Struggles provides senior-level executive search and leadership consulting services through a network of 370 search professionals, working in 75 locations worldwide.

The firm says the new practice is a response to increased demand to hire individuals with backgrounds in insights and advanced analytics, and will both help clients recruit for current needs and scope out future skills requirements.

Krishnan Rajagopalan (pictured), Managing Partner of the Global Technology & Services Practice, comments: 'We are the only major global firm with a Big Data & Analytics Practice and have already completed more than 60 assignments in the past 18 months. This momentum indicates the emphasis organizations are placing on finding the right leaders - companies want to bring in world class talent to connect data strategy to business strategy, with the ultimate goal of growing their business.'

Web site: www.heidrick.com .