Sahar Akhtar

Associate Director and Head of Sector, Chemicals & Process Industries

Biography and Expertise

Sahar is an Associate Director within the firm and the global lead for the Chemicals and Process Industries practice. At the core of his work is a mission to help companies in this space solve their talent and diversity challenges and gain the competitive advantage that only high-impact talent can provide. He does this by building trusted partnerships with clients that allow him to develop a deep understanding of their culture and long-term growth drivers. This understanding enables him to guide Pacific’s delivery team in sourcing and attracting senior and executive-level talent across manufacturing, operations, supply chain, strategy, and other critical functions. By working closely with C-suite and senior HR leaders, Sahar ensures they have the right leadership in place to monetise growth opportunities and navigate uncertainty and change.

Known for his relationship-led approach, Sahar works with Fortune 500 and FTSE 500 organisations, as well as private equity-backed and growth-oriented businesses, to secure leadership talent where execution capability, cultural fit, and long-term impact are essential. His work spans Europe and North America and includes support for clients undergoing transformations, carve-outs, spin-offs, and confidential leadership changes.