Buy Side Recruiters

Unparalleled market knowledge

Our recruitment consultants have deep expertise in Germany’s buy side sectors, including investments, asset management, private equity, insurance, and hedge funds. We provide industry insights such as compensation guides, surveys, and hiring trend reports specific to Germany’s financial centers like Frankfurt and Munich. With a strong understanding of local and international challenges in these markets, we identify professionals with the precise skills and experience needed for success.

Tailored buy side recruitment strategies

Finding the right talent is the first step, but keeping professionals engaged and ready to join as your business scales is equally important. With over 20 years of experience in buy side recruitment, we have developed tailored strategies for the German market that identify top talent, nurture long-term relationships, and make sure your team has the right professionals at the right time.

Global buy side network

Sourcing the right talent in Germany’s financial hubs can be challenging, particularly when matching skills with company culture. Through our global buy side network, we connect with both active and passive professionals. We leverage long-standing relationships with leading firms in Frankfurt, Munich, Hamburg, and Düsseldorf to identify the best candidates. This approach ensures alignment with your team’s goals and long-term growth plans.

Valued long-term partnerships

We go beyond sourcing talent. We focus on building lasting partnerships with German financial institutions, providing continuous support and tailored strategies to meet evolving needs. By giving your organisation access to professionals with emerging buy side skills, we help drive growth and strengthen your competitive edge in Germany’s financial sector.

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.

Frankfurt is the primary hub, followed by Munich, Hamburg, Düsseldorf, and Berlin. Selby Jennings supports clients across all these locations, with particular strength in Frankfurt and Munich.

Asset management, private equity, hedge funds, insurance, and family offices are key areas. Selby Jennings partners with firms in each sector to connect them with specialist professionals.

Hiring can take longer in Germany compared to other markets. Specialist roles are in short supply, competition is strong in hubs like Frankfurt, and strict BaFin regulations limit candidate availability. Notice periods are another factor — three to six months is standard under German employment law, meaning even successful hires may not start immediately. Selby Jennings helps firms manage these timelines by providing access to pre-vetted candidates ready to move.

ESG, quantitative analysis, portfolio management, private markets, and regulatory compliance are highly sought. Selby Jennings sources bilingual talent and niche experts using our global reach.

We combine local knowledge with international access, provide compensation and hiring trend insights, and focus on long-term partnerships. Our priority is delivering the right candidates quickly and with cultural alignment.