Executive Search for Private Equity (UK)
We provide the executive talent that drives portfolio growth and maximises returns for UK private equity funds and their investors.
Executive Search for PE Excellence
Tailored Talent Solutions for Private Equity Firms
As the landscape recovers, your PE firm needs the best leaders to drive sustainable returns and growth. We specialise in identifying and attracting those leaders. From portfolio managers to CEOs, we provide tailored search services that align with your firm’s unique goals and investment strategies.
Executive Search for PE Excellence
The Top Private Equity Recruiting Firm for Executives
The UK is one of the most mature and competitive private equity (PE) landscapes in the world. The pressure to generate alpha is significant, and the margin for error in executive selection is zero. Identifying proven leaders who can navigate the complexities of the private equity environment, from regulatory hurdles to intense competition, is vital in realising your investment thesis.
Hanover is your dedicated partner in this landscape. We provide the market intelligence and executive search precision you require to build the leadership teams that power private equity success.
Unrivalled Industry Expertise
Executive Search for UK Private Equity
Our expert specialists oversee the entire talent life cycle, from finding talented executives that align with your organisation’s goals to helping you retain them. We deliver high-impact leaders who are great at:
Speeding up growth and market expansion
Our candidates deploy strategic consolidation tactics to expand your organisation’s footprint in domestic and global markets.
Increasing business value
We find and place leaders who execute strategic operational upgrades, expanding profit margins and accelerating digital transformation to help you reach full potential.
Implementing effective exits
Our solutions connect you with executives who can steer portfolio companies through lucrative liquidity events, including trade sales, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and initial public offerings (IPOs) on the London Stock Exchange, to optimise fund realisation.
Establishing high-achieving teams
We connect your fund with C-suite and senior leaders who champion a culture of high achievement and unwavering accountability.
Global Reach With a Local Focus
Leveraging our expansive global network with a deep understanding of the UK’s private equity landscape, we specialise in linking British funds and their portfolio companies with premier executive talent worldwide. This integrated approach enables us to expertly manage international placements and skillfully navigate diverse regional nuances, providing you with a distinct advantage in securing top-tier talent.
Our Proven, Bespoke Executive Search Process
To help you safeguard your investment in acquiring leadership teams, we have designed a bespoke, research-driven search process that aims to find the right fit aligned to your technical needs and organisation’s culture.
We start with a deep conversation to discover your leadership gaps, ideal candidate profile, company goals and other critical information. Our expert specialists then use deep market expertise and long-standing connections to identify and engage the right leaders, providing you with the confidence to execute a decisive hire. We perform all searches with the utmost discretion to protect your organisation’s interests.
60+
Global team
29+
Years of executive search experience
500+
Placements over the last two years
Meet Hanover’s private equity team
Meet Your UK Private Equity Specialists
Our dedicated UK private equity specialists are true industry insiders. They strategically advise and leverage a robust, established network to deliver proven executives who help your organisation maximise long-term investment value. This deep immersion enables us to understand the flow of talent within the UK market and gives us the credibility to engage high-performers who are not actively looking.
Trusted By Industry Leaders
Successful Placements
A History of Meeting Client Expectations
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Why Partner With Us for PE Executive Search
Among top private equity recruiting firms, Hanover is a distinguished executive search partner known for accomplishing successful placements. With extensive experience in the financial services industry, combined with our unparalleled depth of market intelligence and global network access, we are strategically positioned to serve as true life cycle partners.
Whether you run a traditional fund or are a nonprofit, our executive search firm tailors our proven process to your unique requirements.
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Frequently Asked Questions
We know that choosing the right executive search partner is critical to your firm’s success. Here are answers to some of the most common questions we receive so that you know what to expect.
What is the current state of hiring in the private equity sector, and how is it expected to evolve?
With private equity making a solid comeback, hiring in the industry is on the rise in 2024. Firms are once again looking to expand their leadership teams and capitalise on growth opportunities. With deal activity rising and new market entrants increasing competition, there’s a renewed focus on securing experienced leaders who can sustain the momentum. Hanover is ready to help you meet this demand.
How does Hanover ensure a successful executive placement in private equity, from start to finish?
Hanover follows a bespoke but highly research-driven process. It starts with understanding your firm’s specific goals and culture. We then leverage our extensive talent network to identify candidates who meet your requirements. Our discreet and thorough approach ensures the best possible fit.
What types of roles do you recruit for in private equity?
We specialise in placing C-suite and senior leadership roles, including CEOs, CFOs and Investment Directors. Our private equity expertise spans technology, healthcare, financial services and more. We’re always tuned in to the most sought-after talent at any given moment, ensuring we find the right leaders for your portfolio companies.
Why should I choose Hanover over other executive search firms in the market today?
With the depth of resources typical of the largest global firms, we offer a personalised, partnership-driven approach. We keep you informed at every stage of the process, ensuring full transparency and confidence in each step of your talent journey. Our expertise in PE and our bespoke approach to executive search make us a trusted partner for firms looking to secure top-tier leadership.
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Connect With Talented Private Equity Executives
Your organisation deserves the best executive talent available. Contact us today to begin the executive search process for your organisation. For more details, download our private equity expertise brochure.