Who we are

Argentum is a specialist executive search firm for financial leadership. We operate globally with leaders and investors when capital, control, and credibility are on the line.

The Argentum difference

The principles we seek in financial leaders are the ones we operate by.

Discipline, accountability, and strategic thinking, in every mandate, every conversation, every placement.

Specialist Focus

Exclusive focus on senior finance and investment leadership.

Global Perspective

Cross-border search capabilities and international networks.

Intelligence-Led Search

Data-driven market mapping and talent insights.

Discretion & Precision

Trusted partner for sensitive and high-impact hires.

One firm, operating across global markets.

From North America to the UK, Europe, and the Middle East, we run cross-border searches through one connected partner team, not a franchise network.

Map of the global markets Argentum operates across

Our dedicated team

The people behind the placements.

  • Derek Lutz

    Derek Lutz

    CEO & Co-Founder

    Derek is Global CEO and Co-Founder of Argentum, leading the firm's international growth across finance and advisory markets. He specializes in complex senior appointments where precision, discretion, and deep market insight are critical.

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  • Max Falconer

    Max Falconer

    Global Director & Co-Founder

    Max Falconer is Global Director and co-founder of Argentum, with over six years' experience in executive search across the US and UK advisory and accountancy markets. Based in the UAE, he specialises in placing senior professionals and helping firms scale their finance and advisory teams.

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  • Nick Aoun

    Nick Aoun

    Global Executive Director

    Nick is an international headhunter with over a decade of experience and a six-time consecutive top performer. Fluent in English and conversational in Arabic, he works seamlessly across global markets.

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  • Brett Gandy

    Brett Gandy

    Global Vice President

    Brett is Vice President at Argentum Search, focusing on the U.S. market across Advisory and Investment Banking. He specializes in complex senior mandates where judgment, pace, and market insight are critical.

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  • Ian Barnett

    Ian Barnett

    Executive Search · US Markets

    Ian brings more than 17 years of recruitment experience, having built teams, developed new divisions and established lasting relationships across the markets he serves. He specialises in executive search, helping organisations identify senior talent and build high-performing teams across financial services and legal.

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  • Eran Miles

    Eran Miles

    Global Finance & Operations Director

    Eran plays a crucial role in building the systems and structure that keep our team aligned and high performing.

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  • Karen Sparks

    Karen Sparks

    Head of Marketing

    Karen is a Brand and Communication Specialist, bringing experience in brand building and digital marketing across mass consumption and B2B environments. She works at the intersection of strategy, creativity, and performance, developing brands and campaigns that feel human, clear, and relevant.

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Our philosophy

Focus creates advantage.

  • We believe financial leadership is too important for generalist recruitment.

  • Our specialist model ensures every search is driven by market intelligence, discretion, and a deep understanding of the finance function.

  • We operate as advisors, not transactional recruiters, offering insight, perspective, and long-term partnerships.

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