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Based in Tokyo, Andrew Sipus is a Managing Director at Robert Half’s executive search division, where he leads retained searches for senior leadership and executive appointments across Asia. His expertise spans human resources, finance & accounting, sales & marketing, operations, and consulting functions.

With more than 14 years of international retained search experience, Andrew has partnered with organizations stemming from North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific. His work spans multinational corporations, regional enterprises, and high-growth companies seeking transformative leadership. Known for his ability to connect clients with leaders who not only have the right skills but also align with organizational culture and strategy, Andrew has become a trusted advisor to executive teams navigating change, growth, and succession planning.

Precision in every placement

Andrew takes a bespoke, consultative approach to every engagement, investing the time to deeply understand each client’s mission, vision, and values before identifying and introducing candidates. His ability to tell a client’s story, attract hard-to-find talent, and tap into passive talents through his extensive executive network has helped build resilient leadership teams with lasting impact.

With his personalized, partnership-driven approach, Andrew ensures that each search delivers leaders who bring both capability and cultural alignment, enabling clients to build a competitive advantage in their markets.

"Great executive search is about more than fulfilling a mandate—it’s about ensuring leaders fit seamlessly into the culture and drive long-term success."

Experience

Prior to joining Robert Half Executive Search, Andrew served as a Director at a Singapore-based executive search firm, where he spent five years leading senior-level searches across multiple industries. His client base spans a variety of industries, including organizations in technology, healthcare, FMCG, retail, entertainment & media, real estate, manufacturing, and management consulting. Today, Andrew brings a globally informed perspective combined with deep regional expertise to every search he conducts.

Areas of expertise

C-suite and senior leadership recruitment
Cross-border and regional executive search
Succession planning and organizational growth
Tailored, end-to-end search delivery
Region: Japan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and China

Luke Palfreeman is a seasoned recruitment professional with over 7 years of experience. As a Principal at Robert Half Executive Search Japan, he specializes in identifying and vetting top talent. With expertise in Sales, Marketing, and Engineering within the B2B automotive sector, as well as Supply Chain Management across manufacturing, healthcare, retail (apparel and luxury goods), fast-moving consumer goods, software, information technology, and financial services, Luke has a proven track record of successfully placing high-level executives. Luke's skill set extends beyond executive recruitment, encompassing valuable expertise in team management and operational enhancements. Fluent in Japanese, he effectively communicates and connects with top executives in the Japanese market. With a keen eye for talent and a deep understanding of the B2B automotive sector and SCM, Luke is a valuable asset to the Robert Half Executive Search team in Japan. He is dedicated to delivering exceptional results, building long-lasting relationships with clients and candidates alike.

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Alzbeta is a Senior Associate at Robert Half Executive Search, Japan, helping clients find exceptional leaders for their organizations. Through detailed market mapping, data gathering, open discussions, and consultations with clients to thoroughly understand their requirements, she has successfully closed large-scale projects, placing outstanding leaders for clients in the process. Originally from Slovakia, she has resided in Tokyo since 2014 and brings years of experience from both the executive search field as well as the legal industry. She specializes in compliance and data management, executive recruitment, EVP consulting, and client-specific business services across the APAC region.

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Based in Tokyo, Ayumi is an Executive Search Coordinator at Robert Half Executive Search and one of the founding members of the Japan practice. With more than 13 years of experience in executive search, global retained search, and sales support within international organizations, she brings a wealth of industry knowledge and strong operational expertise to her role.

Her responsibilities span the full lifecycle of search engagements, including drafting and managing contracts, coordinating interviews, conducting reference checks, preparing financial documentation, and ensuring all client and candidate touchpoints are handled with discretion and professionalism.

Seamless experiences through precision and care

Ayumi is known for her meticulous attention to detail, cultural fluency, and ability to manage complex search processes with precision and professionalism. Fluent in both English and Japanese, she plays a pivotal role in ensuring seamless communication between clients and candidates across borders. Her bilingual capability and consultative approach enable her to deliver a smooth, efficient, and discreet experience for all parties involved.

“Behind every successful placement is careful coordination. I take pride in bringing clarity, structure, and a personal touch to ensure a smooth experience for both clients and candidates.”

Experience

Before joining Robert Half, Ayumi served as an executive assistant at a Singapore-based executive search firm, where she spent three years supporting executive search mandates across diverse industries, contributing to each stage of the process. She brings a cross-cultural perspective and a commitment to service excellence that continues to shape her work today.

Areas of expertise

Customer Service
Executive Coordination
Candidate Experience