Nico studied Law in Germany, France and the United States, qualifying as a lawyer in 2003. After starting his career in Insolvency & Restructuring, he soon discovered a strong affinity for recruitment and joined Michael Page in 2004. There, he established and led the Tax & Legal Recruitment team in Germany.

In 2007, Nico moved to a German legal boutique, further specialising in Legal and Tax recruitment. His career took an international turn in 2012 when he joined a global legal boutique, where he co-led the In-House practice. Following a management buyout in 2019, he was asked to launch the German office of another international competitor. In September 2025, Nico returned to Michael Page, bringing his Legal & Compliance expertise to senior and executive-level searches.

As one of the early specialists in Legal Recruitment in the 2000s, Nico has built long-term partnerships across the industry. Many candidates he placed early in his career have since become valued clients, with Nico helping them build Legal and Compliance teams across a wide range of organisations. His legal training and expertise in areas such as GDPR, Export Control and Internal Investigations allow him to quickly understand the technical nuances of each role. Above all, his focus is on identifying the right profile – the “perfect match” – for every client. Over the years, Nico has worked with DAX-listed and Fortune 500 corporations, Germany’s Mittelstand, family offices and leading law firms.

Fluent in German, English and French (as well as conversational in Finnish), Nico is a devoted father of two. He starts most mornings with swimming or a workout and on weekends enjoys hiking with his rescue dog, cycling, cooking and supporting his local football club. A passionate and avid traveller, Nico loves exploring new cultures and perspectives around the world.