Private Equity
Private Equity Recruiting in Canada
Private equity firms demand exceptional talent to drive value, scale investments and maintain a competitive edge in complex markets. From deal sourcing and financial oversight to operational transformation and investor relations, each role plays a vital part in achieving portfolio success. At The Headhunters, we recruit for top-tier private equity roles across Canada, connecting firms with professionals who deliver results across every stage of the investment lifecycle.
Our recruitment specialists understand the fast-paced, performance-driven nature of private equity and work closely with clients to identify professionals who can make an immediate impact across fund operations and portfolio companies.
Our Recruitment Consultants Specialize in Placing Top Candidates in a Variety of Private Equity Roles:
- Executive Leadership / C-Suite
- Strategic Advisors
- Investment Professionals
- Operations & Value Creation
- Legal, Compliance & Risk Management
- Investor Relations & Fundraising
- M&A and Deal Sourcing
- Finance, Accounting & Fund Management
- Technology & Innovation
- Human Resources & People Management
- Sales, Marketing & Business Development
Need Help Hiring for Your Private Equity Firm or Portfolio Company?
From high-growth startups to mature portfolio assets, having the right talent in place is critical to value creation. The Headhunters works with private equity firms across Canada to identify strategic hires in finance, operations, legal, M&A and beyond. Our recruiters understand the industry’s unique hiring challenges and provide access to candidates with the experience and adaptability to perform in fast-changing, high-accountability environments.
Ready to Take the Next Step in Your Private Equity Career?
If you’re an experienced professional seeking a new opportunity in the private equity space, The Headhunters can help you access roles that align with your expertise and long-term goals. From investment and finance to operational leadership and legal counsel, we place candidates in key roles with Canadian firms and their portfolio companies. Browse our job board to see what’s next in your career.
Work With a Trusted Partner
The Headhunters is a Canadian recruitment firm trusted by private equity clients across the country. Since 2009, we’ve supported firms and their portfolio companies by sourcing leadership, investment and operational talent that drives measurable outcomes. Our recruiters deliver insight, speed and discretion, tailored to the needs of private equity.
We Find Talent No One Else Can
Hiring in private equity requires more than technical knowledge—it calls for strategic thinkers, agile operators and professionals who thrive under pressure. The Headhunters combines deep market reach with targeted screening tools to surface high-impact candidates quickly. We streamline hiring for critical roles and help our clients build stronger teams.
We serve locations across Canada, such as:
- Vancouver, British Columbia
- Edmonton, Alberta
- Calgary, Alberta
- Regina, Saskatchewan
- Winnipeg, Manitoba
- Toronto, Ontario
We also work with clients across North America, in a variety of industries. Contact us to start a search.