Neal Taylor is a Partner within the Robert Walters Executive Search Practice, based in Tokyo, where he leads executive search across North East Asia and Greater China, with a particular focus on Healthcare and Life Sciences.
Neal brings more than 20 years of experience in executive search in Japan and Asia, partnering with multinational and Japanese organizations on country, regional and global assignments. He has a proven track record of delivering senior leadership appointments across CEO, Country Manager and C-suite roles, as well as key commercial, corporate and functional positions.
Prior to joining Robert Walters, Neal held senior leadership positions within executive search and advisory firms in Japan. He began his executive search career at Heidrick & Struggles, where he focused on Healthcare and Life Sciences and developed deep expertise in talent mapping, leadership assessment, benchmarking and succession planning.
Originally from the United States, Neal has lived and worked in Japan for more than 20 years. He began his career in commercial real estate lending and graduated from the University of Arizona.
Neal is recognized for his market knowledge, commercial perspective, and relationship-led approach, serving as a trusted adviser to clients and senior executives. He brings a deep understanding of the Japanese and broader Asian talent markets, helping organizations identify and attract leaders who align with their strategic priorities and long-term objectives.
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