Trusted finance
hiring partners to
the private markets

In private markets, finance functions have become more complex, more specialised and more critical to performance than ever before.

Fund structures are evolving, regulatory expectations are increasing, and the demand for high-calibre, asset-class-specific finance professionals continues to outstrip supply. At the same time, compensation expectations have shifted materially, creating challenges around attraction, retention and long-term succession planning.

At Dartmouth Partners, our Finance into Funds practice exists to help private markets firms navigate this reality - with precision hiring, credible market insight and a long-term partnership mindset.

Why leading businesses trust us with their private markets finance hiring

True sector specialism. We focus exclusively on finance roles within private markets, giving us a deep understanding of fund structures, reporting requirements and the skills that differentiate top performers.
Access to scarce, high-quality talent. Our network is built through long-term relationships, not CV databases - giving clients access to candidates who are rarely visible on the open market.
Consultative, partner-led delivery. We invest time in understanding your business, growth plans and culture, ensuring hires are aligned for the long term - not just the immediate vacancy.
End-to-end finance hiring capability. From mid-level technical hires through to Finance Director and CFO appointments, we support finance teams at every stage of development.

Finance hiring within Private Equity, Private Credit and Real Assets is no longer a generalist exercise. Successful teams are built by professionals who understand the technical, regulatory and commercial nuances of each asset class.

Because we operate at the intersection of talent, compensation data and market behaviour, we are able to advise not just on who to hire - but how to hire competitively in an increasingly specialised market.

More than recruitment - a long-term hiring partner

We recognise that finance hiring decisions have lasting impact on governance, investor confidence and operational scalability.

That’s why our approach goes beyond transactional recruitment. We work closely with leadership teams to:

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Shape role design and team structure
Benchmark compensation against comparable firms
Assess succession and retention risk
Support hiring strategies as businesses scale

Our Classroom to Boardroom philosophy reflects this long-term view - enabling us to support clients not just with today’s hire, but with tomorrow’s leadership pipeline.

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our clients

Global Recruitment Manager

We have been partnering with Marcus for almost three years now and during this time, he has proven to be reliable, trustworthy, and dedicated to providing excellent service. We appreciate his professionalism, helpfulness, and consistent performance in meeting deadlines and keeping promises. I highly recommend Marcus, and we look forward to continuing our partnership for years to come.

Financial Services

TA Partner

We recently engaged Dartmouth Partners to recruit two key hires in our Finance function. Zara provided an excellent service from end to end, resulting in both positions being successfully placed. We were very happy with the outcome and would happily work with both Zara and Dartmouth again.

Liquidity and Data Solutions Specialist

HR Manager

We’ve had the pleasure of working with Dartmouth Partners and can confidently say their professionalism and commitment to excellence are unmatched. From our initial brief to ongoing communication, Dartmouth has consistently demonstrated high level of professionalism and a positive attitude which is always reassuring. Dartmouth also offers a diverse candidate database; they have a knack for identifying top talent across the industry. We highly recommend their services to any organisation seeking top-tier talent and exceptional recruitment support.

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Trusted finance hiring partners to the private markets