About
AQTAL
A discreet executive search firm focused on M&A and Private Equity hiring in Germany. Built for sensitive mandates, fast decisions, and clean execution.
What we are
AQTAL is the trading name of Logic SIA, established in May 2025 to serve clients hiring into M&A and Private Equity teams.
We work with Investment Banks, Private Equity funds, and Corporate M&A teams – delivering shortlists built on market mapping, direct outreach, and rigorous qualification.
Our default mode is confidentiality. We do not rely on public client marketing. We prioritise discretion, speed, and accuracy.
Focus
Germany-focused coverage for M&A and Private Equity hiring.
- Analyst to Partner level
- M&A Investment Banking
- Private Equity – investment and portfolio roles
- Corporate M&A and Strategy
- Capital raising and related buy-side hiring (where relevant)
What we deliver
Three capabilities that show up in every mandate – precise market coverage, controlled outreach, and candidate diligence that reduces hiring risk.
Executive Search
Direct, discreet search execution for M&A and Private Equity roles – from outreach through close.
Market Mapping
Confidential mapping of target firms, teams, and role-relevant talent pools – built to support fast decision-making.
Candidate Due Diligence
Hard qualification on deal exposure, capability, motivation, and references – aligned to the mandate’s real requirements.
Process
How we work
A simple process that keeps control with the client – clear scope, targeted coverage, and disciplined candidate assessment.
1 – Scope
Role definition, target profile, must-haves, and decision process – agreed upfront.
2 – Market map
Target firms and teams, prioritised outreach list, and a realistic view of availability.
3 – Shortlist
Direct outreach, structured screening, and a shortlist built for interview conversion.
4 – Close
Offer support, reference coordination, and clean handling through acceptance and start.
Coverage and role types
We focus on M&A and Private Equity hiring in Germany. Where mandates require it, we also support adjacent roles that sit directly in the deal chain.
Clients
Investment Banks, Private Equity funds, placement and capital raising teams, and Corporate M&A functions.
Seniority
Analyst through Partner – including senior finance leadership where the mandate is transaction-led.
Functions
M&A execution and coverage, PE investing, portfolio roles, corporate development, and related strategy functions.
The team
A focused, senior-led team built for discreet mandates. Direct access, fast decisions, and clear accountability.
Chris Struve
Headhunter and Founder
I deliver fast, discreet shortlists for M&A and Private Equity teams through deep market mapping, direct outreach, and rigorous qualification on capability, deal exposure, and intent.
E-mail: chris.struve@aqtal.com
Phone: +44 799 065 2932
Erika Struve
Client Partner
I lead client relationships and manage the delivery side of executive search mandates for German PE, IB, and Corporate M&A teams, ensuring clarity, pace, and alignment throughout the process.
E-mail: erika.struve@aqtal.com
Phone: +44 785 355 8412
Confidential by default
Sensitive mandates need a controlled process
If your hiring is confidential, time-sensitive, or reputation-sensitive, we will keep the process tight: limited access, clean communication, and clear decision points.