Principal Talent Partner - Private Equity
Hybrid in London, United Kingdom
Fixed Term Contract - 12 months - Starts 5th January 2026
Take full control of hiring across a private equity firm and gain the kind of strategic recruitment experience that fast-tracks you into senior advisory positions.
You'll work directly with leadership, influencing decisions that shape the business and your career.
This will provide you with unmatched insight into high-level talent strategies and help you establish a reputation as a key decision-maker.
With a hybrid setup, you choose the balance that works for you. Spend focused time at home or collaborate face-to-face in the Soho office when it suits you.
What You'll Do
* Lead hiring across investment and support functions, giving you hands-on experience with high-stakes recruitment in the private equity world. This will expand your network and sharpen your ability to attract top-tier talent
* You'll develop headhunting strategies to identify and engage the best candidates while working closely with hiring managers to align recruitment with long-term business goals. This will boost your skills in workforce planning and strategic hiring
* Lead on DEI initiatives to attract and hire from underrepresented groups
What You Bring
* An obsession with finding candidates wherever they are - going beyond Linkedin
* Full-cycle recruitment experience, with a proven track record of hiring in the financial sector
* Strong understanding of private equity firms and the ability to manage stakeholders confidently
* Hands-on sourcing expertise across both active and passive talent pools, enabling you to find the best fit for each position
* Head-hunting skills, combined with experience of a 'high-touch' candidate journey.
You'll be working with a team that offers embedded recruitment services, placing experienced recruiters directly into businesses. This setup gives you the chance to work closely with clients and gain industry-specific experience while building your own expertise.
Let's Talk
If this sounds like you, apply here or message me directly.