Julien Abou Khalil

Julien Abou Khalil is the Managing Partner for the Middle East at NGS Global, where he leads executive search and leadership advisory services across multiple industries, including financial services, technology, healthcare, government, industrial sectors to name a few. With over 25 years of regional and international expertise, he specializes in advising C-suite executives, boards, and institutions on leadership strategy, governance, and organizational transformation.

Recognized for his deep market insights and strategic approach, Julien has successfully guided global corporations, family offices and family groups, sovereign wealth funds, and private investment firms in identifying and securing top-tier leadership talent. His ability to navigate complex business environments and drive leadership excellence has made him a trusted partner to organizations undergoing growth, transformation, and succession planning.

Career

Before joining NGS Global, Julien was a Managing Partner at a leading global executive search firm, where he spearheaded the Financial Services Practice globally and played a key role in advising executive teams and institutional investors.

Earlier in his career, he served as Managing Partner of a large multifamily office, overseeing proprietary asset portfolios and structuring ventures within a privately-owned investment bank. He was responsible for multi-billion-dollar placements and business development across various jurisdictions. In 2014, he founded a private structuring and advisory practice, specializing in discretionary wealth structuring, private equity, and venture capital.

Education

Julien holds a Master’s degree in Business Management and is fluent in Arabic, English, and French.