Recruitment of Risk, Security & Internal Control Leaders and Specialists
15+ years
in the Executive Search market
- Partnerships with 150+ companies, including 15+ Forbes-listed companies
- Recruitment experience across 15 countries
- We rank among the leading Executive Search agencies
Executive Search in Risk & Security
Our search coverage: Russia, the CIS, Europe, the Americas, the Middle East and Asia
Risk management and security functions protect the business and strengthen organizational resilience.
Companies need leaders who can:
- build information security and data protection systems,
- organize internal control and prevent corporate fraud,
- manage business risk and reduce operational vulnerability,
- ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and international standards,
- integrate risk management into the company's strategy to protect shareholders and clients.
We recruit Chief Risk Officers, Chief Security Officers, Heads of Internal Control, and leaders in fraud prevention and compliance.
Recruitment Across Risk & Security Functions
Information Security • Internal Control & Audit • Fraud Prevention & Investigation • Business Risk & Operational Resilience • Financial & Corporate Risk • Compliance & Anti-Corruption • Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Protection • Crisis Management & Business Continuity • Risk Analytics & Automated Monitoring
Executive, Management & Specialist Recruitment in Risk & Security
Executive Search (C-level)
Chief Risk Officer (CRO) Chief Security Officer (CSO) Vice President of Risk & Security Director of Internal Control Director of Information Security Director of Compliance & Fraud Prevention Head of Business Risk Head of Cybersecurity
Management & Specialist Recruitment in Risk and Security
Head of Internal Control Head of Fraud Prevention & Investigation Head of Information Security Risk Manager Compliance Manager Security Manager Internal Auditor Fraud Analyst Cybersecurity Specialist Operational Risk Manager
Recruitment by Industry
Manufacturing
Automotive • Machinery Manufacturing • Metalworking • Chemicals • Robotics (Legged and Humanoid Robots)
IT & Digital
SaaS • Artificial Intelligence (AI) • Cybersecurity • DevOps • Systems Architecture • API Integration
Logistics & Transport
Third-Party Logistics (3PL) • Last-Mile Delivery • Multimodal Logistics • Warehousing & Supply Chain Systems
Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals & Biotechnology
Leaders in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing • Biotechnology • Healthcare Networks
Energy & Mining
Executives and specialists in oil and gas, energy and processing industries
E-Commerce, FinTech & EdTech
Product Management • Platforms • Growth • Agile • Risk Management • AI-Based Learning • User Journeys
Retail & FMCG
Food & Non-Food Retail • Retail Chain Management • Category Management
Consulting & Investments
Strategy & Financial Consulting • Private Equity • M&A • Family Offices
HoReCa
Restaurant Chains • Hotels • Foodservice
Construction & Real Estate Development
Leaders in Project Management • Real Estate Development • Procurement
Agriculture & Agribusiness
Agribusiness • Processing • Production Management
Media, Digital & Advertising
Creative Agencies • Media Groups • Advertising Platforms • Digital Production • Content Marketing • Performance Marketing & Events
International search for risk and security executives
Russia: Moscow, Saint Petersburg, Central Russia, Northwestern Russia, the Volga region, the Urals, Siberia, Southern Russia and the Russian Far East
CIS: Kazakhstan, Belarus, Uzbekistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan
International projects: Europe, Asia, the Americas and the Middle East
Top 10
recruitment agencies in MoscowWhat M-Choice Clients Receive
- A team of partners and consultants — support at every stage
- Access to executives capable of driving strategic growth and business resilience
- Industrial talent market insights and advice
- Talent mapping and compensation benchmarking
- Employer brand representation: we communicate your company’s values and strengthen its appeal to candidates.
- End-to-end support, from search and assessment to the executive’s first day and integration into the new team.
M-Choice’s Approach to Executive Recruitment
We build leadership teams equipped to meet future business challenges. We work through long-term partnerships, treating each recruitment project as an investment in your business’s resilience.
Upon request, we provide:
- a company presentation outlining our experience and approach;
- recruitment case studies;
- a customized proposal tailored to your specific business needs.
Case Studies
Search for top executives and key specialists
Russia's largest classifieds platform, an IT sector leader: 10,000+ employees — ForbesWe recruited an HR Director and leaders in FP&A, business development, marketing and e-commerce, strengthening the team in key roles.
A leading IT solutions developer for the banking sector, part of the VTB ecosystem (22,000 employees, Forbes)We recruited the Academy CEO, HR Director, IoT Director, digital transformation leaders, and heads of compensation and benefits, communications and Agile.
One of Russia's largest retailers, a chain of 27,000 stores (360,000 employees, Forbes)Filled top management positions: Deputy District Director, Head of Procurement, District CFO, Chief Operating Officer and key mid-level managers
A unique omnichannel food ecosystem with proprietary food technologies and food servicesSearch for a VP of Marketing, Brand Director, Head of SMM and Head of Training. Strengthened the brand and customer experience
Media Coverage and Articles
Client and Candidate ReviewsIn our RBC column, we share insights into recruiting executives and specialist talent.