Buy Side Recruiters

Unparalleled market knowledge

Our recruitment consultants have expertise across China’s buy side sectors including investments, asset management, private equity, insurance, and hedge funds. We provide insights such as compensation guides, surveys, and hiring trend analysis. With a strong understanding of the challenges in China’s financial markets, we identify professionals with the precise skills and experience required for success.

Tailored buy side recruitment strategies

Attracting talent is only the start. Keeping professionals engaged and ready to join as your business grows is key. With more than 20 years in buy side recruitment, we build tailored strategies to identify top talent, develop long-term relationships, and keep your team positioned with the right professionals at the right time.

Global buy side network

China’s financial hubs, including Shanghai, Beijing and Shenzhen, are highly competitive markets for buy side talent. Through our extensive network, we connect with active and passive professionals across these centres and internationally. By leveraging strong relationships with leading firms, we identify candidates who not only meet technical requirements but also align with company culture and business goals.

Valued long-term partnerships

We go beyond sourcing talent. We focus on building long-term partnerships that adapt to your organisation’s changing needs. With continuous support and customised strategies, we help you access professionals with emerging buy side skills that drive performance and long-term growth.

Selby Jennings partners with a diverse range of buy side institutions globally, including but not limited to:

• Hedge Funds (Long/Short, Macro, Quant, Multi-Manager)
• Private Equity Firms (Growth, Buyout, Sector-Specific)
• Venture Capital Funds (Early-Stage to Growth)
• Asset Managers (Traditional, ESG, Thematic)
• Family Offices (Single & Multi-Family)
• Fund of Funds & OCIO Platforms
• Institutional Allocators (Pensions, Endowments)
• Direct Investment Teams at Sovereign Wealth Funds

…and many more specialised investment platforms across both alternative and traditional strategies.

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Selby Jennings partners with leading buy-side firms globally to deliver top-tier talent across investment, research, and distribution functions. Roles we typically support include, but are not limited to:

• Investment Analyst
• Research Analyst (Equity, Credit, Macro)
• Quantitative Analyst
• ESG Analyst
• Portfolio Analyst
• Trader (Execution / Systematic)
• Risk Analyst
• Data Analyst
• Client Services Associate
• Investor Relations Associate
• Product Analyst
• Capital Raising Associate

We connect high-performing professionals with hedge funds, private equity firms, asset managers, and family offices where performance and precision drive long-term success.

Selby Jennings offers various workforce solutions tailored to your specific objectives.

• Permanent hires - Our permanent search service, whether through contingent or retained buy side 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.

Shanghai is the primary hub for asset management, hedge funds, and private equity, followed by Beijing with a strong concentration of sovereign funds, pensions, and venture capital. Shenzhen is growing rapidly, especially in hedge funds, wealth management, and fintech-driven buy side activity. Selby Jennings works across all of these locations.

Asset management, hedge funds, private equity, venture capital, and wealth management are the most active. China is also seeing growth in ESG-related investing and alternatives such as private debt and real assets.

Hiring timelines can be extended due to strict regulatory requirements, strong competition for bilingual (Mandarin-English) candidates, and long notice periods that are common at senior levels. Selby Jennings reduces hiring time by leveraging a pre-vetted candidate network and strong local relationships.

• ESG and sustainable investment expertise
• Quantitative analysis and algorithmic strategies
• Cross-border investment experience
• Risk and compliance aligned with CSRC (China Securities Regulatory Commission) standards
• Private equity and venture capital expertise, especially in technology sectors

We provide local market knowledge in Shanghai, Beijing, and Shenzhen, combined with global access to specialist professionals. We deliver insights on compensation, hiring trends, and regulatory impacts, while connecting firms with candidates who bring both technical ability and cultural fit. Our long-term partnerships help firms secure talent in a competitive and evolving market.