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Seeking competitive advantage by sourcing the best leadership talent

In an increasingly crowded market, private equity firms are seeking competitive advantage by sourcing and developing the best talent for themselves and their portfolio leadership teams.

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In an increasingly crowded market, private equity firms are seeking competitive advantage by sourcing and developing the best talent for themselves and their portfolio leadership teams. With our tailored leadership and talent advisory services, we support PE companies, portfolio companies, and limited partners to maximise value where our expertise in executive search intersects with the dynamic world of private equity. With a profound understanding of the unique demands and intricacies of the private equity sector, we have developed a track record of success spanning over 30 years. As trusted partners, we possess deep industry knowledge and extensive networks that enable us to identify and attract top-tier talent for private equity firms globally. Whether it’s sourcing exceptional investment professionals, fund managers, or operating partners, we excel at identifying individuals who possess the financial acumen, deal-making skills, and strategic vision necessary to thrive in this competitive landscape. Our commitment to delivering exceptional results empowers private equity firms to assemble high-performing teams that drive value creation, execute successful deals, and achieve superior investment outcomes.

Sourcing top Private Equity global talent across the following sectors:

Financial services

Talent that combines technological and commercial instincts with solid financial and regulatory experience is becoming increasingly important for PE funds and portfolio companies looking for sustainable growth.

Technology

Private equity firms have increased their investment in the tech sector over the last decade, particularly in the US. Seeking out talent that can ignore hype and seek out value is now table stakes for success in the sector – both within portfolio companies and private equity firms.

Professional services

Private equity firms are increasingly investing in professional services M&A deals, a trend that’s only likely to increase due to the reliable, recurring revenues that companies in the sector tend to generate.

Our Private Equity specialists

Alex Cormack

CEO

Julian Bell

Global Head of the Banking and Markets and Head of Americas

Christopher Smailes

Managing Director

Andrew Thompson

Andrew Thompson

Managing Director

Henry Spence

Managing Director

Nicholas Sehmer

Managing Director

Ben Richardson

Managing Director (Global)

Paul Gillespie

Managing Director

Steve Morrison

Managing Director

Avneesh Raghuvanshi

Executive Director and Head of Financial Services and Private Equity

Jennifer Novack

Managing Director & member of the Senior Advisory Board

Emily Von Kohorn

Managing Director & member of the Executive Management Committee

Abhishek Vats

Managing Director and Head of Middle East

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