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Takeover activity involving UK-listed companies has picked up significantly in 2026, with private equity and international buyers continuing to play an important role. Beyond the headline deal values, there is another part of the market worth watching: talent. A stronger M&A environment can create increased demand for experienced execution professionals, particularly those with the technical skills and commercial judgement to navigate increasingly complex transactions. It can also prompt movement within the market, as bankers consider where they want to be positioned as activity builds and firms look to strengthen their teams. For hiring managers, this makes access to the right talent increasingly important. If your team are looking to hire, reach out to one of our consultants for a confidential conversation. #M&A #InvestmentBanking #FinancialServices #Talent #Recruitment #LondonRoles #NewYorkRoles #ExecutiveSearch

New data from Bank of America suggests investor appetite for hedge funds is strengthening in 2026, with managers raising more capital than planned at the start of the year – the first time this has happened in three years. Allocator demand has been particularly strong for equity and multi-manager platforms, while technology, healthcare, energy and TMT remain among the most popular sectors. The shift is also being reflected in the breadth of investors looking at hedge funds, with pension funds, fund-of-funds and private banks all planning to increase allocations. As capital flows into different strategies and managers look to scale, the demand for specialist investment professionals, portfolio managers, analysts and infrastructure talent can evolve alongside it. Capital flows often provide an early indication of where opportunities may emerge next. If you're interested in the latest hedge fund market and talent trends, speak to our team. #HedgeFunds #AlternativeInvestments #InvestmentManagement #FinancialServices #Talent #Recruitment #LondonJobs #NewYorkJobs

CVC Capital Partners has announced that Todd Sisitsky, formerly President of TPG, will become Co-CEO alongside Peter Rutland in 2028, succeeding Rob Lucas. It’s the latest in a series of senior leadership changes across European private equity, with firms including Partners Group, EQT, Cinven and Permira also undergoing leadership transitions in recent years. What’s particularly interesting is what this means for the talent market. As private capital firms continue to grow, diversify and compete on a global scale, leadership requires more than investment expertise. Firms increasingly need executives who can combine deep sector knowledge with experience scaling platforms, developing teams and navigating new markets. For us, it’s another reminder that senior talent movement can be a strong indicator of where the private equity market is heading next. The next generation of European private equity leadership is already taking shape. #PrivateEquity #PrivateCapital #InvestmentManagement #FinancialServices #Leadership #Recruitment #LondonRoles #NewYorkRoles

Happy Labour Day! This weekend, we’re celebrating the people behind the businesses, markets and transactions that keep the financial services industry moving. From investment banking and private equity to hedge funds, infrastructure and real estate, it’s the people and relationships behind the scenes that make the difference. As a recruitment business working across the UK and US, we’re proud to play a small part in connecting exceptional talent with opportunities where they can make an impact. Wishing our colleagues, clients and candidates across the US a very happy Labour Day Weekend. #LabourDay #FinancialServices #InvestmentBanking #PrivateEquity #HedgeFunds #Recruitment #NewYorkRoles

Moelis & Company has continued to expand its Private Capital Advisory business with the appointment of Richard Saltzman as Managing Director and Head of GP-led Advisory. Saltzman brings more than 20 years of experience, with a focus on secondaries advisory and sponsor-led capital solutions. His appointment is the latest step in Moelis' continued investment in this area. The move highlights the growing importance of GP-led transactions, continuation vehicles and other private capital solutions as private markets continue to evolve. It also provides an interesting perspective on the investment banking talent market. As new products and transaction types develop, firms are increasingly looking for specialist expertise to build out and strengthen these businesses. If you'd like to discuss the latest trends we're seeing across investment banking and private capital advisory, please reach out to one of our consultants for a confidential conversation. #InvestmentBanking #PrivateCapital #Secondaries #PrivateEquity #FinancialServices #Recruitment #HiringTrends #LondonRoles #NewYorkRoles

Standard Chartered is increasingly directing its wealth management clients towards hedge fund strategies as investors look for diversification amid heightened market volatility. The move comes at an interesting time for the industry. Hedge funds delivered an average 7% return in H1 2026, while total industry assets increased by $409bn to $5.6tn. Standard Chartered is particularly highlighting multi-strategy and equity market-neutral funds, reflecting growing interest in strategies that can provide diversification beyond traditional equities and bonds. For the hedge fund industry, the broader takeaway is interesting: demand is no longer coming solely from traditional institutional investors. Wealth management is becoming an increasingly important channel for alternative investment strategies. As investor demand evolves, it will be interesting to see how this translates into further growth across hedge fund platforms, and the talent required to support it. If you'd like to discuss the latest developments across the hedge fund market or the talent we're seeing move within the industry, please reach out to one of our consultants for a confidential conversation. #HedgeFunds #AlternativeInvestments #AssetManagement #WealthManagement #FinancialServices #Recruitment #HiringTrends #NewYorkJobs #FinancialServices

Citi has announced new leadership appointments across its healthcare investment banking business as it looks to strengthen its position in a sector experiencing strong deal activity. Healthcare is now the second most active sector for global M&A in 2026, behind technology, with continued activity across biotech, medtech and pharmaceuticals. What's particularly interesting from a talent perspective is that banks are not simply reacting to current deal flow, they are building out senior teams and sector expertise to position themselves for future growth. This is a trend we're continuing to see across investment banking: as confidence returns to the M&A market, firms are increasingly focused on securing the experienced talent needed to grow market share. It will be interesting to see which sectors and product areas see the next wave of strategic hiring as we move through the second half of 2026. If you'd like to discuss the latest investment banking hiring trends or the talent we're seeing in the market, please reach out to one of our consultants for a confidential conversation. #InvestmentBanking #MergersAndAcquisitions #Healthcare #FinancialServices #HiringTrends #Recruitment #LondonRoles #NewYorkRoles

KKR has announced the final close of its latest flagship infrastructure fund at $19.2bn, with the strategy focused primarily on North America and Western Europe. The fund takes KKR's recent infrastructure fundraising to around $45bn across its latest vintages, highlighting the continued appetite for infrastructure as an asset class. Energy transition, digital infrastructure and data centres are increasingly central to the infrastructure investment landscape, driven by long-term structural trends including the growth of AI and the demand for resilient energy and connectivity networks. For the market, significant fundraises like this are an encouraging indicator of continued investment activity, and for the talent market, they create opportunities for firms to build and scale investment teams around these areas. As infrastructure continues to evolve beyond traditional assets, it will be interesting to see how investment strategies, platforms and talent requirements develop alongside it. If you're keen to discuss the current market and movements in the Infrastructure space, reach out to one of our consultants for a confidential conversation. #Infrastructure #InfrastructureInvestment #PrivateMarkets #PrivateEquity #EnergyTransition #DigitalInfrastructure #Recruitment #LondonRoles

As we move through the summer, hiring activity continues across our core markets, with a number of exciting opportunities currently live across investment banking, hedge funds, real estate and infrastructure. While July and August are often seen as quieter months, they can be an excellent time for both clients and candidates to get ahead. Many firms continue to hire throughout the summer, and those who start conversations now are often well positioned for a busy autumn. Whether you're looking to strengthen your team or considering your next career move, we'd be delighted to have a confidential conversation. Take a look at some of our latest live opportunities below, and please get in touch if you'd like to learn more. #FinancialServices #Recruitment #Hiring #InvestmentBanking #PrivateEquity #HedgeFunds #LondonRoles #NewYorkRoles #SanFranRoles #ExecutiveSearch

Last week, our Hedge Funds team shared their Q2 Market Moves Report with key contacts across the global market. The report provides valuable insight into the latest talent movement across the hedge fund industry, highlighting where experienced professionals are moving, which firms are actively investing in hiring, and where teams are continuing to expand. Whether you're benchmarking the market, planning your next hire, or simply keeping up to date with industry trends, the report offers a useful snapshot of the current landscape. If you'd like to receive a copy, please get in touch with Jack Raison or George Gander – they'll be happy to share the full report and discuss the latest market developments. #HedgeFunds #FinancialServices #MarketIntelligence #Talent #Recruitment #HiringTrends #LondonJobs #NewYorkJobs #ExecutiveSearch #Recruitment