Ilka Sauer is a Partner and Executive Director at Friedrichs & Partner, based in Hamburg. She joined the firm in 2024, bringing almost three decades of experience in Human Resources, talent management, and organizational consulting. Ilka is a seasoned personnel and management consultant with a passion for finding and onboarding outstanding employees. She combines a deep understanding of human behavior and organizational dynamics to advise companies on talent acquisition, retention, and development strategies.
Before joining Friedrichs & Partner, Ilka held several senior HR leadership roles, including Director of Human Resources & Talent for DACH at Mediabrands (Interpublic Group Inc. N.Y.) and Director of Human Resources at Ipsos (Ipsos SA France). Her career also includes leadership positions at DDB Tribal Group and BBDO Proximity (Omnicom Group Inc. N.Y.), as well as Uniplan International and Westka Interactive (VIVA Media AG).
As a Certified Professional Coach (ICF) and executive coach, Ilka is driven by a desire to help people unlock their full potential and create environments where teams thrive. She enjoys mentoring young professionals and is dedicated to lifelong learning and personal development. Outside of work, she spends her time reading, traveling, and connecting with nature. Ilka’s approach is guided by sustainability and courage, striving to make a positive impact in every organization she partners with.
