Hedge Fund Recruiter
Are you a hedge fund in Canada looking to hire specialist financial talent? At Selby Jennings, we recruit across portfolio management, quant, trading, risk and operations, combining knowledge of the Canadian market with access to global talent. We help funds build high-performing teams that drive long-term results.
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Supporting every step of your hedge fund recruitment journey
Hedge fund industry expertise
We understand the Canadian hedge fund landscape, particularly in Toronto and Montreal where most funds are based. Our knowledge of investment strategies, regulatory frameworks, capital flows and market competition allows us to identify top portfolio managers, analysts, traders and quants. We also understand hedge fund operations, so we target candidates who can drive both performance and efficiency.
Tailored hedge fund recruitment solutions
Every fund in Canada has its own structure, strategy and hiring requirements. Whether you need to fill a senior seat, launch a new strategy, scale a team or make permanent placements, we tailor our recruitment approach to your goals. We work closely with stakeholders to ensure new hires align with your investment approach, culture and long-term vision.
Local and global talent access
Canada has strong investment talent, but the local pool is limited and hedge funds often compete with banks, pension plans and global asset managers. We combine our Canadian network with international reach to access high-quality professionals from major financial hubs. Our goal is to connect you with candidates who fit your philosophy and can add value from day one.
Long-term partnerships
We support hedge funds across strategies including long/short equity, global macro, event-driven, multi-strategy and quantitative. As your fund evolves, we provide ongoing market insight, talent planning and support across front, middle and back office. Our focus is on helping you stay competitive, retain key talent and build long-term performance.
Selby Jennings works with a wide range of hedge fund firms across Canada, including:
- Long/short equity funds (the most common local strategy)
- Global macro and North American-focused funds
- Systematic, quant and data-driven hedge funds
- Multi-strategy and multi-manager platforms
- Event-driven and special situations funds
- Credit, fixed income and relative value funds
- Market neutral and statistical arbitrage firms
- Emerging, boutique and family office-style hedge fund managers
…and many more firms where performance, precision, and strategy execution are critical to success.
Looking to grow your team?
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Selby Jennings partners with hedge funds globally to deliver exceptional talent across investment, research, and trading functions. Roles we typically support include, but are not limited to:
- Investment Analyst
- Equity Research Analyst
- Credit Analyst
- Global Macro Analyst
- Quantitative Analyst
- Quantitative Researcher
- Data Scientist
- Trader (Discretionary / Systematic / Execution)
- Risk Analyst
- Portfolio Analyst
- Client Services Associate
- Investor Relations Associate
- Capital Introduction Associate
We connect high-performing professionals with hedge funds where alpha generation, technical expertise, and agility drive long-term success.
Looking to grow your team?
Request a call back and speak with one of our specialist consultants today.
Selby Jennings offers various workforce solutions tailored to your specific objectives.
- Permanent hires - Our permanent search service, whether through contingent or retained hedge fund recruitment, helps you secure the professionals who can truly make an impact.
- Contract hires - Our extensive network of contractors and interim managers integrate seamlessly into companies to drive short term goals.
- Multi-hire projects - We take a consultative approach with our clients, managing the entire recruitment process from sourcing to hiring across the entire project.
Selby Jennings understood the pace and precision required in hedge fund hiring. They delivered high-calibre candidates who added value from day one — a trusted partner for scaling investment talent.
Ready to discover the perfect candidate for your role?
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Hedge Fund recruitment insights
Hedge Fund Recruitment FAQs
Long/short equity is the most established strategy, particularly in Toronto and Montreal. However, there is growing interest in global macro, quant-driven strategies, multi-strategy platforms, credit and relative value funds as Canadian hedge funds compete on a global scale.
Canada has strong investment talent, but the pool is smaller than in markets like New York or London. Hedge funds often compete with banks, pension plans and large asset managers for top performers, which makes access to both local and international candidates important.
Many Canadian funds run lean teams, so they need talent who can wear multiple hats across investment, operations and risk. Regulatory requirements and investor expectations also mean that cultural fit, transparency and long-term performance are critical when hiring.
Both. Some roles are filled with local talent, especially those with Canadian regulatory or market knowledge. However, for specialised strategies or senior positions, many funds also look to hire internationally or attract Canadians returning from global financial centres.