Elevate Partners

Elevate Partners is a boutique recruitment consultancy firm specialising in connecting exceptional talent with industry-leading opportunities across the financial services sector. Founded in 2018 by Kevin Menton, Diarmuid Clancy, and Stephen Gilmore, the company combines deep industry knowledge with a personal, relationship-driven approach to recruitment. Drawing on 73 years of combined recruitment experience, Elevate Partners has grown from a small team into a dynamic organisation serving a diverse range of clients across multiple continents. The firm operates with a 360-degree consultative approach, with experienced consultants managing the entire recruitment process from search to placement, ensuring comprehensive and personalised service for both clients and candidates.

Elevate Partners specialises across a comprehensive range of financial services sectors, including Accounting and Finance, Risk and Compliance, Investment Banking, Asset and Wealth Management, Private Equity, Private Credit, Energy and Infrastructure, Real Estate, Aircraft Leasing, and ESG and Sustainability. The company also provides Temporary and Contract Solutions to support businesses requiring flexible, high-calibre talent. With access to 38,997 screened financial services candidates across three continents and a 98.7% success rate on retained assignments, Elevate Partners demonstrates its ability to adapt to evolving market demands whilst maintaining a focus on quality and client satisfaction. The firm's commitment to diversity is reflected in its 42.3% female placement rate, exceeding national targets and supporting increased female representation at senior levels within the financial services sector.

Elevate Partners operates from two primary locations, with its headquarters in Dublin and an office in London opened in April 2022, combining local roots with global reach. The company serves over 1,095 clients across three continents, leveraging its extensive network and market expertise to deliver innovative recruitment solutions. As an owner-managed business, Elevate Partners ensures every client receives personalised service and unparalleled dedication. The firm's culture prioritises collaboration, respect, and shared ambition, with continuous investment in team training and development to stay ahead of industry trends. Clients choose Elevate Partners for its strategic approach to recruitment, commitment to excellence, integrity, and proven ability to deliver meaningful results that align with both immediate hiring needs and long-term business aspirations.