HighWater Search

HighWater Search is a specialist private equity recruitment agency based in London that partners with investment firms to build world-class teams. The agency believes that exceptional private equity talent isn't simply found but meticulously sought out and thoughtfully engaged. HighWater Search delves deep to understand each firm's DNA, identifying individuals who exceed expectations and align with the organisation's mission and values. Their comprehensive recruitment approach ensures a seamless process from interview through to onboarding, enhancing brand integrity and delivering measurable results, with an average of 54 days to complete a search and 100 per cent of placed candidates remaining at their firms for more than one year.

HighWater Search specialises in recruiting investment professionals across multiple sectors including private equity, venture capital, growth equity, leveraged buyouts, and family offices. The agency also recruits for sector-specific investment teams across consumer, industrials, healthcare, technology, decarbonisation, and energy transition sectors. Their expertise spans identifying professionals with diverse backgrounds, from those with engineering or chemistry qualifications for decarbonisation roles to computer science specialists for technology investments, ensuring clients find candidates with both financial acumen and industry-specific knowledge.

Operating from their London headquarters at 101 Wood Lane, W12 7FW, HighWater Search serves private equity firms across the United Kingdom and beyond. The agency has built strong relationships with leading investment firms including mega-funds, mid-market firms, and newly established funds. Clients choose HighWater Search for their deep understanding of the private equity landscape, proactive sourcing capabilities, transparent processes, and commitment to reducing time-to-fill without compromising on candidate quality. With 86 per cent of clients making multiple hires and 68 per cent of placed candidates considered diverse, the agency demonstrates both effectiveness and a strategic approach to building inclusive investment teams.