Unleash Talent Success Differently

I help growth stage companies solve the hiring and talent challenges that come with scaling.

  • Scale smarter with systems and tech enabled hiring & talent infrastructure. Maximise operational excellence and talent quality, not just headcount.

  • Scientifically plan, measure and enhance the performance of your talent function. Turn hiring into a predictable, performance driven lever for commercial success.

  • Build an organisation ready to scale faster, leaner and more profitably in the AI age. Redesign the work that matters and turn talent into a competitive advantage.

Talent Done Differently

Talent Strategy. Redesign. Transformation.

Fractional Talent Leadership Services

Global Recruitment Leader & Company Builder. I partner with the most ambitious businesses to deliver intelligent talent solutions that unlock scaling efficiency. With two decades of operator experience in hyper growth environments like Google, Microsoft and Ideals, I bring the change expertise needed to scale smarter.

Results Oriented

Measurable outcomes are at the core of my work. I equip organisations with the infrastructure and capabilities to hire the best. You get modern talent systems tied to commercial outcomes, with lasting impact.

Flexible

Custom solutions & agile support formats tailored to your needs, budget and growth stage. I offer advisory, project based and interim partnership models. Working hybrid, in-office (Munich) and remote (globally).

Embedded

As fractional or interim talent partner, I work as part of your team, deeply committed to your success. You benefit from experienced support, when you need it and without the overhead of a full-time executive.

Differentiators

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    Tech Enabled

    We boost efficiency through technology enabled talent practices and scalable people systems designed to unlock sustainable growth.

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    Scientific

    We bring research backed, lean hiring methods powered by modern data practices to maximise talent performance and impact.

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    Commercially Driven

    We operate at the intersection of org building, hiring and financial outcomes. Our approach is designed to scale smarter and more profitably.

Trusted by

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What Clients Say

  • Recommendation for Kathrin Holzfurtner, Fractional Talent Advisor and Interim Recruitment Leader

    Deven Monga, VP Sales US, Ideals

    “Kathrin is a commercially focused talent leader with a remarkable ability to build strong relationships. Her leadership played a pivotal role in establishing our U.S. presence, successfully navigating a highly competitive market and laying the foundation for the results we see today. She shaped our strategic thinking - helping to define the ideal candidate profile, identify the critical skills needed for the future, and ensure alignment with long-term business objectives.”

  • Recommendation for Kathrin Holzfurtner, Global Talent Acquisition and Interim Recruitment Leader based in Germany

    Carmen Law, former Senior HR Director APAC, YouTube & Google

    "Kathrin partnered with my team in building our APAC presence. In addition to being very market savvy and knowledgeable about the talent landscape, Kathrin is a great business partner - she listens keenly, communicates effectively and partnered with us as one team despite geographical dispersion.”

  • Reference for Kathrin Holzfurtner, Fractional Talent Advisor and Interim Recruitment Leader

    Ailsa Cole, Director People Operations APAC, Google

    “Kathrin is a true sparring partner, deeply invested in the long-term success of any solution she champions. Her extensive experience as a global talent acquisition executive at leading international companies provides invaluable global context and credibility. She approaches every challenge with a thoughtful methodology, prioritizing a deep understanding of the customer's problem, fostering clear alignment, and enabling precise execution.”

  • Reference for Kathrin Holzfurtner, Interim and Fractional Talent Acquisition Leader based in Germany

    Reinhard Nissl, Senior HR Director, Microsoft

    “Kathrin excels as a strategic talent partner, demonstrating exceptional skill in identifying and nurturing top talent to drive organizational success. Her innovative approach and deep understanding of industry trends make her an invaluable asset to any team.”

  • Damian Lawlor, MD Tech Advisor Office of the CFO, Google

    "With Kathrin you get more than a recruiter - she is a talent partner who ensures she deeply understands your business needs so that she can move fast. As our lead recruiter Kathrin helped us expand the European Adtech business during a significant growth phase. Her partnership approach focused on creating alignment & clarity upfront, and enabled us to move with speed and precision through the hiring process."