Private Equity Executive Search

Private equity success hinges on one thing: the right leadership team. Martin Veasey Talent Solutions partners with private equity firms, investment houses, and family trusts to identify, assess, and recruit top-tier executives who can drive growth, maximise value, and ensure a strong return on investment.

With over 35 years of experience in private equity executive search, we help investors secure leadership teams that transform businesses post-acquisition. Our process ensures that every hire aligns with your investment strategy, operational goals, and long-term vision.

Who We Work With

Owners & Founders Scaling with Private Capital

Securing the right leadership team is critical for business owners seeking to expand using private investment. We help:

• Assess existing management teams to identify skill gaps.
• Develop a strategic hiring plan to enhance leadership effectiveness.
• Source senior executives with the experience to drive growth and scale operations.

Private Equity-Backed Businesses Acquiring New Companies

During acquisitions, leadership teams can make or break the deal. We support investors in:

• Conducting due diligence to assess the competencies and weaknesses of current management teams.
• Providing expert behavioural and personality assessments to predict executive performance.
• Recruiting transformational leaders to maximise the acquired business’s potential.

Our Approach: Strategic & Data-Driven Executive Search

Pre-Acquisition Due Diligence

Before an investment is finalised, we comprehensively analyse the leadership team, identifying risks, gaps, and opportunities. Our assessment covers:

• Leadership capability and cultural fit.
• Strengths and development needs.
• Potential for delivering investor objectives.

Post-Acquisition Leadership Optimisation

Following an acquisition, we create a structured plan to refine and strengthen the leadership team. This may include:

• Recruiting specialists to bridge key functional gaps.
• Aligning leadership talent with the Private Equity firm’s growth strategy.
• Replacing underperforming executives with high-impact leaders.

Behavioural & Personality Assessments

Martin Veasey Talent Solutions consultants are highly qualified in leading psychometric and competency-based evaluation techniques. We use data-driven insights to ensure that leadership hires are highly skilled and culturally and strategically aligned with investor objectives.

Why Martin Veasey Talent Solutions?

• Deep Private Equity & Investment Expertise

We understand the pressures of private equity. Our executive search approach is tailored to fast-paced, results-driven environments where leadership quality directly impacts returns.

• Proven Global Reach

With placements in over 42 countries, we offer investors access to world-class leadership talent, whether locally or internationally.

• Strategic & Consultative Approach

Unlike traditional recruiters, we act as strategic talent advisors, ensuring that leadership teams are aligned with investment goals from day one.

• Data-Backed Recruitment for Smarter Decisions

Using industry-leading assessment tools, we provide investors with deep insights into executive capabilities, reducing hiring risks and improving long-term leadership performance.
 

Let’s Build Your Winning Leadership Team

Whether you need to assess an existing management team pre-acquisition or recruit new executives post-deal, Martin Veasey Talent Solutions is your partner in creating high-performance leadership teams that drive value and accelerate growth.

Talk to our executive search specialists today to discuss how we can support your private equity investment.