How Aventus helped a leading government private equity fund build a world-class investment team through targeted executive search and market mapping.
The Challenge:
A government-backed private equity fund in Saudi Arabia approached Aventus with the goal of assembling an exceptional team of investment professionals to lead its buy-side operations in a highly specialised sector.
To do so we’d need to identify high-level talent with niche expertise, capable of driving value in specific investments. This required:
- Understanding the landscape of candidates with relevant deal experience, including details on their historical transactions.
- Identifying talent hotspots globally where the right professionals were likely to reside, while also evaluating their willingness to relocate to Saudi Arabia.
- Providing the client with detailed insights into the talent pool to support informed decision-making.
The client also needed a trusted partner capable of streamlining the recruitment process to ensure seamless execution.
The Solution:
To meet these specific needs, we developed a tailored search strategy that combined our expertise in executive search with target mapping strategies to pinpoint the best candidates.
Key elements of the solution included:
- Strategic Talent Mapping: Our team conducted an exhaustive analysis of the talent pool, focusing on regions where the most relevant transactions and expertise were concentrated. Each candidate was assessed not only for their skills and track record but also for their potential willingness to relocate.
- Clear, Structured Processes: By mapping out the talent market in detail, we streamlined the search process, enabling the client to review candidates one by one and make informed decisions efficiently.
- Market Insights: We were able to provide the client with a deeper understanding of the wider talent landscape, including where the best candidates were located, their historical deal experience, and the competitive dynamics of the sector.
- End-to-End Support: From initial introductions to final offer negotiations, we managed the entire process, ensuring clear communication and alignment at every stage.
This approach ensured that every candidate presented to the client was not only qualified but also aligned with their strategic goals and cultural values.
The Outcome:
Aventus successfully helped the client build a high-performing investment management team, achieving remarkable results.
A streamlined recruitment processes allowed successful candidates to be identified and onboarded quickly. In fact, 30+ investment professionals were successfully placed into various roles, strengthening our client’s ability to execute on its investment strategy.
We also provided valuable market insights for future decision-making.
The client was so impressed with Aventus’ expertise and results that they’ve continued to work with us across all seniority levels, including roles within subsidiary businesses of the fund.
Looking for high-level talent in niche sectors? Aventus is here to help. Contact us today to discover how we can support your executive search needs.