Specialist search firm. 100% focused on Global Asset Management. Trusted executive search partners for over 25 years.
McAlpine McFadden is a privately owned, boutique executive search firm specializing in global asset management recruiting. The founders have worked together in the search industry for over 25 years.
Headquartered in London and New York, McAlpine McFadden has global reach and works successfully with asset management clients across private and public markets.
The founding team has an established 25-year track record of delivering exceptional executive talent with unmatched consistency.
Our reputation is built on trust, precision and delivering results. We provide strategic insight into acquiring global asset management talent.
Built on strong and enduring relationships with clients and candidates, we are instrumental in building successful businesses and careers.
We are uniquely positioned to attract the asset management industry’s top talent, from rising, high potential professionals to accomplished senior leaders.
With over 25 years of 100% focus on global asset management executive search, we have built a reputation for skilled execution and outstanding results. Collectively, McAlpine McFadden has conducted 350+ searches successfully. We have closed 100% of our searches over 5 years.
A founder leads every search. Our specialist focus allows us to operate with minimal distractions and without extensive off-limits restrictions or other conflicts that encumber larger recruitment firms. Through deep research and extensive experience, we provide strategic insight into the talent market and approach every search with tenacity, operating with speed, integrity and objectivity.
Transparency, honesty, and unbiased advice on every search.
Integrity and objectivity: we hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards, treating all our clients and candidates with respect, clarity and sincerity.
We focus on the best outcome for our clients: diversity and inclusion are integral to our search process.
Dependable, Dedicated, Genuine
“There were a few moments where I thought “we’re just not going to get there” but thrilled that we did. Thank you again for your nonstop work and dedication.”
Global Head of Human Resources
Private Markets Firm - Client Testimonial
“Most importantly I want to thank you for everything. It was all from the heart and I felt it throughout the whole process. You are super special.”
Head of Middle East Capital Formation
Private Markets Firm - Candidate Testimonial
“Thanks for everything you’ve done through this process - you’ve been really brilliant to work with and I’m sure our paths will cross again in the future.”
Head of Marketing
Boutique Asset Manager - Candidate Testimonial
“Thanks again for your professional and very valuable work done. Much appreciated.”
Head of Human Resources, Germany
Insurance Asset Manager - Client Testimonial
“I am so happy that you re-contacted me enabling me to go through the hiring process and finally get this role. You have significantly contributed to this achievement. Looking forward to working again with you as your client this time.”
Head of Private Markets
Insurance Asset Manager - Candidate/Client Testimonial
“We got great candidates; and we had a real #2! We had a little glitch, thinking that our offer was going to blow the candidate away but they had some unrealistic expectations. But you did a wonderful job of managing the candidate and getting the deal closed.”
Head of Recruiting
Global Asset Manager - Client Testimonial
“You have been a great partner. Super communicative, always prepared with reports or meaningful data; very much on top of the project.”
Head of Recruiting
Global Asset Manager - Client Testimonial
