Buy Side Recruiters

Unparalleled market knowledge

Our recruitment consultants have expertise across France’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 clear understanding of the challenges in France’s financial markets, we identify professionals with the precise skills and experience needed for success.

Tailored buy side recruitment strategies

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

National and global buy side network

France’s financial hub in Paris is one of Europe’s most competitive markets for buy side talent. Our network also extends to regional centres such as Lyon and Marseille, as well as international markets. By leveraging strong relationships with leading firms, we connect with active and passive professionals who not only meet role requirements but also align with company culture and business objectives.

Valued long-term partnerships

We go beyond sourcing candidates. We focus on building lasting partnerships that adapt to your organisation’s evolving 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.

Paris is the leading hub, home to global asset managers, insurers, and private equity firms. Lyon and Marseille are also developing financial centers. Selby Jennings works across these locations, with a strong focus on Paris.

Asset management, private equity, hedge funds, insurance, and family offices dominate the French market. ESG and sustainable finance are particularly strong due to France’s leadership in responsible investing.

Hiring often takes several months. Bilingual French-English talent is in high demand, specialist roles are limited, and French employment law typically requires a three-month notice period. Selby Jennings helps firms reduce these timelines by connecting them with vetted candidates ready to move.

ESG, quantitative analysis, portfolio management, private equity, and AMF (Autorité des Marchés Financiers) compliance expertise are highly valued. Candidates with international experience and French regulatory knowledge are particularly competitive.

We provide local expertise in Paris, Lyon, and Marseille, backed by a global candidate network. We deliver market intelligence on compensation and hiring trends, and we focus on long-term partnerships by supplying candidates who align with both technical requirements and company culture.

Time to hire depends on the firm, role and seniority. Hedge funds tend to move quickly, often completing processes in two to four weeks. Private equity and asset management roles typically take longer, often four to twelve weeks. Senior hires or multi-stage processes can extend beyond that, especially when multiple decision-makers are involved.