Madrid, Spain – January 2024

Zavala Civitas is delighted to announce the promotion of Pedro Gasset de Leyva to Partner. Having previously served as Principal at Zavala Civitas, Pedro brings more than ten years of experience in business development and sales strategy, together with a strong understanding of executive-level talent and client relationships.
Pedro Gasset Joins the Zavala Civitas Partnership
Commenting on Pedro’s promotion, Fernando Zavala, Managing Partner at the firm, stated:
Pedro Gasset holds an MBA from IE Business School and brings more than ten years of hands-on business experience. His expertise spans senior-level client relationship management, consultative selling, complex negotiations, sales strategy and operations, data and analytics, people management, digital transformation and strategic alliances.
Before becoming Partner, Pedro served as Principal at Zavala Civitas, where he contributed to the firm’s business development and Executive Search activities.
His earlier career includes senior business development responsibilities at IE Business School and experience as Principal for Tech & Digital at Robert Walters. This combination of commercial, talent and advisory experience has given him exposure to different industries, functions and leadership challenges.
Pedro Gasset on Becoming Partner
Commenting on his new role, Pedro Gasset stated:
As Partner, Pedro continues to contribute to Zavala Civitas’ Executive Search activities in Spain, combining senior client relationships, commercial strategy and direct involvement in leadership assignments.
Today, Pedro remains part of the firm’s European leadership team as Partner | Spain. His current work has a strong focus on placing executive-level talent and managing senior client relationships, alongside consultative sales, complex negotiations, data analysis and team leadership.
You can learn more about Pedro and the firm’s international leadership team on the Zavala Civitas About Us page.
About Zavala Civitas
Zavala Civitas specializes in Executive Search and Organizational Consulting, supporting companies in identifying, assessing and developing senior leadership talent.
The firm has completed more than 1,200 projects and operates through its presence and partnerships across North America, Latin America, Europe and the Asia-Pacific region.
To learn more about our services, explore our Executive Search methodology. To discuss a leadership requirement with our team, contact Zavala Civitas.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pedro Gasset
What is Pedro Gasset’s role at Zavala Civitas?
Pedro Gasset de Leyva is Partner | Spain at Zavala Civitas. He was promoted from Principal to Partner in January 2024 after contributing to the firm’s growth and business development activities in Iberia.
What experience does Pedro Gasset have?
Pedro has more than ten years of experience in business development and sales strategy. His background includes senior-level client relationship management, consultative sales, complex negotiations, commercial strategy, data analysis and team leadership.
Where did Pedro Gasset work before becoming Partner at Zavala Civitas?
Before becoming Partner, Pedro served as Principal at Zavala Civitas. His earlier career includes senior business development responsibilities at IE Business School and experience as Principal for Tech & Digital at Robert Walters.








