Patrick Chamot
About Patrick Chamot
Patrick Chamot is a Senior Associate at Spencer Stuart with extensive experience in recruitment and organizational psychology. He specializes in executing search mandates for C-level positions and has worked in various roles across multiple countries.
Work at Spencer Stuart
Patrick Chamot has been employed at Spencer Stuart as a Senior Associate since 2014. He operates in both Hong Kong and Geneva, contributing to the firm's efforts in executive search and leadership consulting. His role involves collaborating closely with consultants to execute senior-level international assignments, focusing on C-level positions. Chamot participates in defining, planning, and implementing search strategies, serving as a key member of the consulting team.
Education and Expertise
Patrick Chamot holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Lausanne, which he completed from 2001 to 2004. He furthered his education at Université de Neuchâtel, where he earned a Master’s degree in Work and Organizational Psychology from 2004 to 2007. His educational background supports his expertise in executing search mandates at senior and top management levels globally, particularly for C-level roles.
Background in Recruitment
Chamot has extensive experience in recruitment, having worked in various roles across different organizations. He served as a Recruitment Manager at Cross Systems from 2009 to 2012 in the Geneva Area. Prior to that, he worked at Michael Page as a Recruitment & Sales Consultant from 2007 to 2008. His career also includes a position at Ergon Resources as a Recruitment & Sales Consultant from 2008 to 2009, and at Atos Consulting Switzerland as a Recruitment Manager and Sourcing Specialist from 2012 to 2014.
Candidate Assessment and Search Strategies
In his current role and previous positions, Patrick Chamot conducts individual and cultural assessments of candidates, presenting findings to clients. He utilizes direct sourcing, internet tools, and referrals to research, identify, and approach candidates on a global scale. His involvement in defining and implementing search strategies is integral to the recruitment process for senior-level positions.