Hiring Excellent People from Competitors is a QUEST
We are a boutique executive headhunting firm specialising in recruiting top talent for leading finance, fintech, hedge fund, venture capital and private equity firms.
Our search process and extensive network ensures we identify and secure the best passive candidates.
Our mission
We are dedicated to identifying and recruiting the most talented and passive candidates across highly competitive sectors like finance, fintech, hedge funds, venture capital, and private equity.
Our Approach
- We take a targeted, personalised approach to executive search, focusing on passive, high-calibre candidates who may not be actively looking to move.
- Our extensive expertise and network allow us to identify and engage the best talent, even in highly competitive sectors.
- We use a multi-stage screening process to ensure we only present exceptional candidates who are the perfect fit for our clients' specific needs.
Our Process
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Candidate Identification
We proactively seek out high-calibre passive candidates across target sectors, leveraging our extensive network and industry expertise.
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Assessment and Screening
Rigorous screening and assessment ensure we identify the best-fit talent for our client's specific needs and requirements.
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Tailored Approach
Each recruitment process is customised to the client's unique needs, ensuring a seamless and efficient hiring experience.
Identifying Passive Candidates
Tapping Into Networks
We leverage our extensive industry networks to identify high-calibre passive candidates who are not actively seeking new opportunities.
Our relationships allow us to uncover top talent that may not be visible on the open market.
Proactive Sourcing
Our team takes a proactive approach, continuously scanning the market to identify exceptional individuals who possess the right skills, experience and cultural fit for our clients' specific needs.
Sourcing High-Calibre Talent
Extensive Search
We cast a wide net to uncover the most qualified and experienced candidates, leveraging our deep industry expertise and extensive network.
Talent Database
Our extensive proprietary database of passive candidates allows us to quickly identify and reach out to top talent in your industry.
Headhunting
Our specialised headhunting capabilities enable us to actively pursue and secure the attention of high-calibre individuals who are not actively seeking opportunities.
Screening and assessment
Screening
We screen each candidate, reviewing their qualifications, skills, and experience to ensure they meet the strict criteria for our client roles.
Assessment
We conduct in-depth interviews and assessments to deeply understand each candidate's capabilities, motivations, and cultural fit for the target positions.
Evaluation
Our team collaborates closely to thoroughly evaluate each candidate, drawing on our collective expertise to identify the top talent for our client's critical roles.
Candidate Engagement
Personalised Approach
We take the time to deeply understand each candidate's unique career aspirations, strengths, and motivations to ensure a personalised and rewarding engagement experience.
Ongoing Communication
Frequent and transparent communication is key. We provide regular updates, offer guidance, and address any concerns candidates may have throughout the recruitment process.
Confidentiality Assured
Discretion and privacy are paramount. We safeguard sensitive information and work closely with candidates to ensure their confidentiality is protected at all times.
Confidentiality and Discretion
At our executive headhunting firm, confidentiality and discretion are paramount.
We understand the sensitivity of our clients' recruitment needs and the importance of maintaining the privacy of our candidate pool.
Safeguarding your interests, we operate with the highest ethical standards, never compromising our integrity or that of our clients.
Our secure systems and meticulous processes protect sensitive data, and we forge trusted relationships that instill confidence in our ability to deliver exceptional results while respecting your confidentiality.
Tailored Solutions
Our recruitment solutions are tailored to the specific needs of each client.
We understand that every organisation has unique requirements, whether it's finding niche expertise, addressing skills gaps, or building entire teams.
- Consultative Approach - We take the time to deeply understand your business, culture, and hiring objectives to develop a personalised strategy.
- Customised Sourcing - Our research team uses advanced techniques to uncover passive, high-calibre candidates that match your criteria.
- Bespoke Engagement - Each candidate is carefully screened and presented with a tailored value proposition to secure their interest.
Competitive advantage
Our specialized focus and expertise in highly competitive sectors give our clients a distinct advantage.
By leveraging our deep industry knowledge and extensive network, we identify and engage with passive, high-calibre candidates that traditional methods often miss. This allows our clients to gain access to top talent that their competitors cannot.
Specialised Sectors
Finance
We specialise in recruiting top-tier talent for finance roles, from investment banking to wealth management.
Fintech
Our deep expertise in the fintech space allows us to identify and attract the most innovative minds driving the future of finance.
Alternative Assets
Whether it's hedge funds, venture capital, or private equity, we excel at sourcing the brightest stars in alternative investments.
Finance and Fintech
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Industry Expertise
With decades of combined experience across the financial services and technology sectors, we possess unrivalled market intelligence and sector-specific knowledge.
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Passive Candidate Sourcing
We excel at proactively identifying and engaging with high-calibre passive candidates who are not actively seeking new opportunities.
Hedge Funds
Expertise
Our headhunters have expertise in identifying top talent for leading hedge funds, sourcing candidates with proven track records and sophisticated investment strategies.
Screening
We apply a rigorous screening and assessment process to ensure our hedge fund clients only connect with the most qualified candidates who can thrive in highly competitive environments.
Trusted Relationships
Through our network and strong relationships, we are able to discreetly source passive candidates who are not actively on the job market but open to new opportunities.
Venture Capital
Access to Founders
Venture capital firms are deeply embedded in the startup ecosystem, giving them unique insights and connections to top entrepreneurial talent.
Funding Expertise
VCs possess extensive experience evaluating business models, assessing risk, and structuring funding rounds to support high-growth companies.
Industry Specialization
Many VC firms focus on specific verticals, allowing them to provide industry-specific guidance and leverage their domain expertise.
Private Equity
Identifying Top Talent
Our private equity practice specialises in sourcing and recruiting the most sought-after professionals in this highly competitive field. We leverage our extensive network to identify passive candidates with proven track records of success.
Tailored Approach
We understand the unique requirements of private equity firms and take a bespoke approach to each search, ensuring we deliver candidates who are the perfect fit for your specific needs and culture.
Delivering Results
From fund managers and investment analysts to deal-makers and operational leaders, we have a proven track record of placing top-tier private equity talent at the world's leading firms, giving you a competitive edge.
Discreet and Confidential
Our discrete and confidential process protects the privacy of both our clients and candidates, ensuring a smooth and seamless recruitment experience.
Contact QUEST
Get in touch to discuss our executive headhunting services and how we can help you find the top talent you need.