Principal - Executive Search

A well-established boutique executive search firm is seeking an experienced Executive Recruiter to join its Financial Services practice, with a focus on Investment Banking and Private Markets. The firm partners closely with leading advisory firms, private equity sponsors, credit platforms, and alternative investment managers on senior-level search mandates.

This role is ideal for a hands‑on recruiter who thrives in a high‑touch, relationship‑driven environment and has a strong track record delivering senior searches across complex, competitive markets. You will play a critical role in both execution and client engagement, working closely with partners to deliver thoughtful, high‑quality outcomes for clients.

The firm operates with a lean structure, offering meaningful responsibility, direct client exposure, and the opportunity to build a long‑term career within a collaborative boutique platform.

• Lead end‑to‑end execution of executive search assignments across Investment Banking and Private Markets
• Partner with clients to develop role specifications, search strategies, and target profiles
• Conduct in‑depth market mapping and proactive candidate identification across relevant financial institutions and investment platforms
• Engage, assess, and manage senior‑level candidates throughout the interview and selection process
• Deliver high‑quality candidate evaluations, including written profiles and client‑ready insights
• Manage multiple live mandates simultaneously while maintaining high standards of quality and responsiveness

• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, providing guidance on talent availability, compensation, and market dynamics
• Support partners in maintaining and expanding client relationships through consistent execution and credibility
• Contribute to repeat business through strong delivery and candidate experience
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of trends within Investment Banking, Private Equity, Private Credit, and other private market strategies
• Track leadership moves, firm expansions, and evolving hiring needs across the sector
• Contribute to internal knowledge sharing and best practices across searches and client engagements
• Support business development efforts through research, candidate intelligence, and relationship building

• 5+ years of experience in executive search, retained search, or senior‑level recruitment
• Demonstrated experience recruiting across Investment Banking and/or Private Markets (Private Equity, Private Credit, Infrastructure, Alternatives, etc.)
• Proven ability to manage senior, client‑facing search mandates with minimal oversight
• Strong candidate assessment, interviewing, and relationship management skills
• Comfortable operating in a boutique environment with high accountability and visibility

• Experience working on retained or exclusive search assignments
• Strong network across banks, advisory firms, investment platforms, and buy‑side organizations
• Commercial mindset with an interest in contributing to firm growth
• Polished written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and comfortable managing competing priorities
• Collegial, low‑ego approach with a strong sense of ownership

• Competitive base salary, commensurate with experience
• Performance‑based bonus or commission structure
• Long‑term growth opportunity within a stable boutique platform
• Potential for increased responsibility and leadership over time

• Established boutique with a strong reputation in Financial Services
• Direct access to partners and decision‑makers
• High‑quality, retained work with sophisticated clients
• Entrepreneurial environment with room to make an impact
• Long‑term career path rather than short‑term transactional recruiting