Recruitment specialistsfor investment managers

We bring the depth of a search firm to every hire, with a focus on proactive social responsibility in all we do.

Introduction

We’re the buy-side
recruitment & search specialists,
priding ourselves in authenticity,
genuine connections and bringing the
best candidates to the best clients.

Purpose

To deliver intelligent, insight-led recruitment to the buy-side market. Built on trusted relationships and shared expertise that go beyond the brief.

Vision

To be known across the investment industry for the quality of our insight, the strength of our relationships, and a track record of getting it right.

Industry

Buy-side

We cover mid to senior level, permanent or contract roles, covering institutional, wholesale and retail channels, and all asset classes across the UK and Europe.

We’re specialists in private markets, distribution, and operations.

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“My WBG partners know well the area I recruit for, they listen, follow process, and provide great advice. They are also super lovely!”

Recruitment Manager

“There are many [things we like about working with William Blake] the professionalism of their employees, their market and industry knowledge, the buy-in created with our hiring managers and key stakeholders, adherence to process and partnership approach”

Recruitment Manager

“I have always found William Blake unique in their ability to understand our requirements. Always very responsive and proactive.”

Head of Client Relations

“A strong working relationship with Amirah. She is helpful and approachable, which makes us comfortable providing feedback and guidance on what we are looking for. She understands our team and what we are seeking in candidates.”

Head of Investor Services

“Danielle Rapaport! Always gets it, not pushy, super flexible and solutions oriented. A trusted partner.”

Head of EMEA Marketing

“A strong relationship built on trust and mutual appreciation of our strengths in the recruitment process”

Head of Operations

“Susan Fogarty is really good. She understands us and the market and gets us quality candidates.”

HR Manager

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Services

Contingent

  • Search methodology within a contingent pricing framework
  • Deep and thorough searches, leveraging the networks of 7 experienced consultants
  • Market insights and professional advice at every stage

Taking the time to understand the needs and nuances of every hire, our fees are paid on successful placement.

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Subscription

  • An annual partnership agreement offering dedicated account management, tailored to the unique needs of your business
  • Proactive access to passive, high-calibre talent not actively on the market
  • Regular market updates: salary benchmarking, competitor analysis, talent availability
A subscription partnership to support your long-term hiring strategy. One dedicated team, embedded in your business, reducing the overall cost of hiring.

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A selection of our partners

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Client partnerships spanning up to 16 years.
Candidates

Jobs & areas

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    Case studies

    How we deliver for our partners

    • Case study
      Strengthening an RFP Team During Business Transformation

      Successfully delivered two senior RFP hires for a business undergoing significant change, helping improve team performance, efficiency, and business development support.

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    • Case study
      Building a European Wealth Marketing Function

      Partnered with a global private markets manager to establish and scale its European wealth marketing team across London and Paris.

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    • Case study
      Expanding European Wealth Distribution Coverage

      Delivered senior and mid-level fundraising hires across the UK and Germany to support a private markets manager’s European wealth distribution growth strategy.

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    • Case study
      Senior Performance Analyst Team Leader

      Delivered a senior performance analytics hire for a global asset manager by focusing on cultural fit, leadership capability, and fixed income expertise.

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    “Top-tier professionalism in general business interactions as well as the added consultative approach to the service”

    Managing Partner

    “We feel the most successful candidates come from William Blake”

    Head of Investor Services

    “We value most the hands-on support and above-and-beyond service and attention”

    Managing Partner

    “William Blake really understands us and the market and continuously get us quality candidates”

    HR Manager

    “They are helpful and approachable, which makes us comfortable providing feedback and guidance on what we are looking for”

    Head of Investor Services

    “We have a strong relationship built on trust and mutual appreciation of our strengths in the recruitment process”

    Head of Operations

    “I have always found William Blake unique in their ability to understand our requirements. Always very responsive and proactive”

    Head of Client Relations

    “We love their professionalism, market and industry knowledge, the buy-in created with our hiring managers and their partnership approach”

    Recruitment Manager

    “William Blake really know my area, they listen, follow process, and provide great advice. They are also super lovely!”

    Recruitment Manager