Established in 2005, Profile is Asia’s leading search & selection firm. We provide collaborative solutions to financial services, commercial and professional services clients.
Why Profile?
We use our regional expertise and team of experienced professionals to offer our clients bespoke recruitment and human capital solutions.
Across our offices in Hong Kong, Singapore, Shanghai, Beijing and Tokyo, we provide access to a longstanding network throughout Asia, bolstered by a team of consultants and in-house researchers with specialist expertise at the sector and functional level. From market intelligence to executive search, we use robust tools to find and secure the right leaders for your organisation, and offer key market insights to inform your talent strategy.
We are flexible, pragmatic, and personal. We act as partners to our clients, with the single goal of helping them achieve their human capital objectives.
2005
Founded
Profile was established in 2005, and has grown its presence in Asia with offices in Hong Kong (est. 2005), Singapore (est. 2007), Shanghai (est. 2010), Beijing (est. 2013) and Tokyo (est. 2021).
140+
People
We have more than 140 specialists in the region, including a team of in-house researchers.
6,000+
Placements
We have helped more than 6,000 professionals find new roles in Asia to date.
Testimonials
Red Hat
Rebecca Zou
Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist, APAC
The consultants at Profile possess a consistently deep knowledge of the designated sectors and work with a wide network of well-qualified individuals.
L'Oreal
Tiffany Shi
Senior HR Manager
We are constantly impressed by the professionalism of Profile’s consultants, and they continue to deliver outstanding results.
Parkway Pantai
Cheraline Nah
Head of Finance
Profile listens carefully and hunts for the profile you require. A partner in the recruitment journey from selection until closure. The key to their success includes experienced recruiters, an extensive network and candidate pool, careful matching of client and candidate profiles, swift closure with candidates and good post-placement follow-ups.
Xiaoyi Technology
Shengwei Da
Founder/CEO
We were impressed with Profile’s professionalism, deep understanding of the market, and speed in recommending candidates for key positions at our company.
Brandywine Global Investment Management
Tariq Ahmad
Director, Head of Asia
Profile is one of the most reputable specialist search firms in the region. For both strategic hires and industry analysis, they have been consistently impressive, and they take pride in providing a truly tailored service.
FWD Insurance
Meena Wadhera
Chief HR Officer
Profile is one of the most professional headhunting firms and operates with a high level of integrity. The level of service provided by Profile is a level above other headhunting firms, and I will continue with the valuable long-term relationship I have with them.
Keep
Ning Wang
Founder/CEO
Profile's approach to executive search has been professional, considered and helpful. Their consultants quickly understood Keep's business and brand values, and were able to communicate concisely with candidates throughout all stages of the search process.
Under Armour
Shawn Tan
HR Director
Profile is an amazing partner who has been a great extension of our HR team in the areas of talent acquisition and employer branding over the years.
NTUC Enterprise
Dan Lin
VP, HR
Deep market knowledge, wide resourceful network, responsiveness, and customer-oriented (thinking on behalf of the company instead of only chasing the dollar). The Profile team have never failed to carry out these qualities with 100% professionalism and enthusiasm.
Values
Integrity
We have a culture built on trust, firmly committed to conducting our business in an open and ethical manner.
Partnership
Driven by a shared goal, we act as long-term strategic partners and advocates for our clients, providing unconditional support.
Commitment
Focused on finding the right solutions, we offer a high level of dedication and a service that strives to exceed expectations.
WilsonHCG Partnership
Profile is a WilsonHCG company. Together, we provide our clients access to a single provider with global capabilities.
Diversity & Inclusion
Profile is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, organised around a deliberate diversity of styles and perspectives, with professionals from over 15 nationalities. We are committed to operating free of discrimination on any grounds.
HCP(EA) Employment Agency
Profile has been recognised as a Human Capital Partnership (EA) Employment Agency for our progressive employment practices. The HCP Programme is an initiative to bring together a community of progressive employers in Singapore and to help them stay competitive through a focus on human capital development.
Tripartite Standards
As part of our mission to build a better work environment for our employees, we are a proud adopter of the Tripartite Standards. Recognised by Singapore’s Tripartite Alliance for Fair and Progressive Employment Practices (TAFEP), we are committed to building a better and inclusive workplace where our employees are treated fairly and with respect.