By
Agnes Mink
Daniel Daroussis
MU is pleased to announce that Daniel Daroussis will be joining MU Vienna as a Principal Consultant
Daniel brings 14 years Executive Search experience in both family-owned and listed companies, with international responsibility for Europe, CEE and DACH. He is based in Austria, specialising in Executive Search and Leadership Advisory services across multiple sectors, including pharmaceuticals, medical technology, consumer goods and industry throughout Europe. Daniel will be a core team member of the MU global life sciences practice. He holds a degree in sociology from the University of Bielefeld in Germany and an MBA in General Management from University for Continuing Education Krems, Austria.
In Daniel’s own words
“Mercuri Urval brings together everything I truly value in a professional environment: strong ethical principles, a genuine commitment to ESG, and a clear focus on quality — built on nearly 60 years of scientifically grounded expertise in leadership assessment and diagnostics. What motivates me most is the company’s global reach and mindset. In my role, I can once again act as a trusted partner to internationally active companies, supporting their global Executive Search and Leadership Advisory needs. I’m excited to connect and collaborate with colleagues around the world.”
About MU
MU is a leading global company in Executive Search and Leadership Advisory. For nearly 60 years, we have been dedicated to helping organisations exceed their goals and drive sustainable growth. MU specialises in identifying, assessing, and recruiting top talent for leadership positions. At the same time, MU offers tailored leadership advisory services for each client’s unique context and needs.
The company was founded and headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, but is active in over 60 countries. Thanks to our global network, we combine local expertise with international reach.
MU works with a unique and proprietary method. By using our scientifically validated MU Leader Selection Science®, we can ensure long-term leadership success and inclusive workplaces. Our independent MU Research Institute supports our methods with evidence-based research.
MU is consistently recognised as one of the top global firms in Executive Search and advisory and is a proud member of the Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants.
MU adheres to the highest standards of quality and ethical practices and is ISO 10667 certified, underscoring our commitment to fair, reliable, and objective leadership decisions.