- Private Equity Executive Search & Recruitment Experts
Gaining a competitive edge by identifying and developing outstanding leadership
With private markets facing increased competition and complexity, firms are rethinking their approach to leadership—elevating talent strategy as a core driver of value across investment teams and portfolio companies alike.
At Sheffield Haworth, we understand the nuances, challenges, and opportunities within private markets. Our clients—ranging from global private equity firms and asset managers to portfolio companies and alternative investment platforms—turn to us to help them build the leadership, organisational resilience, and talent strategy necessary to thrive in a competitive, evolving environment.
Sourcing top Private Equity global talent across the following asset classes
- Leveraged buyouts
- Venture capital
- Growth equity
- Real Assets & Infrastructure
- Secondaries
- Private credit and direct lending
- Fund of Funds
- Special situations
Our Solutions
Full cycle talent partnership
Leveraging our cross-industry knowledge and global presence, our sector specialists have a proven track record in board-level hiring for portfolio companies across the following sectors
- Enterprise Software and Digital Services
- Deep Tech
- Financial Services
- Real Estate
- Business Services
Portfolio Functional Expertise
- Chief Executive Office and Managing Directors
- Non-Executive Chairs/Non-Executive Directors
- Chief Financial Officers (CFOs)
- Chief Operating Officers (COOs)
- Chief Investment Officers (CIOs)
- Sales & Marketing Leaders
- Chief People Officers (CPOs)
- Chief Technology Officers (CTOs)
A Global Network of Consultants
Our global presence and deep network spans the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, allowing us to partner with clients wherever they are. With local expertise and a worldwide network, we deliver tailored talent and leadership solutions that drive success in key markets.

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