Select Global Solutions is a specialist executive search and leadership advisory firm founded by business leaders who built and ran companies across Africa, India and the Middle East. We help organisations appoint senior leaders in markets where judgement, local context and execution matter.
Trusted by 15K+ Businesses
Founded by Operators, Not Recruiters
Founded by Nikunj Shah, who built companies across three continents before starting his first executive search firm in 2009. We approach every search the way a business owner would — focused on what it takes for the right leader to succeed, not just matching a CV to a spec.
Planned leadership transitions that protect continuity & accelerate growth.
Change leadership, cultural transformation and organisational design.
Talent systems, compensation, retention and HR function design.
Our Markets
Executive search and leadership advisory across Sub-Saharan Africa, East Africa, West Africa, Southern Africa, Central Africa, North Africa, India and the Middle East. Consultants based in Kenya, Nigeria, Tanzania, UAE and India.
Founded with one belief: finding the right leader for the right market requires genuine regional knowledge, honest client relationships and rigorous assessment. Over 15 years, we have placed 800+ leaders across 25+ countries. Africa is not a market we serve — it is the market we built this firm for.
"Select Global's knowledge of East Africa gave us confidence from the first conversation. Candidate they placed has become our most impactful managers."
"We have worked with Select Global across three board appointments over five years. Their governance knowledge for this region is exceptional."
"Different to others — they understand the culture of the business and shortlist candidates not just on CV but on personality and cultural fit."
