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Dirk Hahn

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Hays Group at Global
📍 Germany

Dirk Hahn is a seasoned executive with over 25 years of experience leading international business transformation and converting strategy into growth. He earned his Diplom-Kaufmann in Business Administration from the University of Tübingen and is described by colleagues as smart, resolute, and decisive.

He lives in London and Mannheim, Germany, and has a personal motto to "Win with purpose." He enjoys reading business and management literature and his drink of choice is a gin and tonic. He also personally supports Joblinge, a non-profit that helps disadvantaged youth find employment.

He successfully grew his professional LinkedIn presence to over 30,000 followers, starting with what he called "imperfect Covid videos."

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Experience
28 Years
Current Role
Hays Group
Location
Germany
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Strategy & Execution
His professional focus is on turning clear strategy into disciplined execution to drive profitability and create sustainable value.
Leadership Philosophy
He frequently posts about leadership, emphasizing that asking the right questions, showing vulnerability, and building trust are essential for success.
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Career

Work history

1-2000
Hays Group
Global
9-2023 - 2-2026
Chief Executive Officer Hays plc
Hays
11-2021 - 8-2023
Chief Executive Officer, Hays CEMEA
Hays
2-2020 - 8-2023
Chief Executive Officer, Hays Germany and GSCN
Hays
2008 - 2020
COO Hays AG
Hays
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Education
Diplom Kaufmann
University of Tübingen
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