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Asset & Wealth Management Headhunters

Marketing, digital, growth and fund distribution leadership for asset managers, wealth managers and private banks.

How we help our clients

Asset and wealth managers grow assets under management in two ways: through brand and marketing, and through distribution. Most executive search firms only recruit for one side of that equation. tml Partners recruits for both.
 

We place marketing, digital, growth and fund distribution leaders for asset managers, wealth managers, private banks and investment platforms, from independent boutiques through to major blue-chip firms. Our Financial Services team combines deep sector knowledge with a proactive, headhunting-led approach: we go direct to the high performers who aren’t on the market, not just the ones applying to job ads.

How we help our clients

Our specialisms

Roles we support

Chief Marketing Officer Marketing Director
Distribution Director
Head of Distribution
Head of Institutional Sales
Why work with us?

Why work with us?

We have a proven track record of placing exceptional marketing and commercial leaders across the financial services landscape. Our team helps organisations secure leaders who bring both technical knowledge and innovative marketing expertise to deliver measurable results.

What makes us different?

  • Deep expertise across all areas of financial services: fintech, banking, insurance, as well as asset management, wealth management and private capital.
  • Proven track record delivering C-suite and senior commercial roles.
  • Access to global networks of executive talent.
  • Tailored solutions across executive search, professional recruitment, and interim management.
Executive Search
Professional Recruitment
Interim Management
Fractional and Independent Consulting
What makes us different?

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Our asset and wealth management headhunters

Seb Wainwright

Seb Wainwright

Financial Services Lead

Rhydian Fairfax

Rhydian Fairfax

Financial Services Lead

Malisha Patel

Malisha Patel

Head of Financial Services

Simon Bassett

Simon Bassett

Chief Executive Officer

Izzy Huddart

Izzy Huddart

Financial Services Lead

Our areas of expertise in financial services

Banking
Asset Management
Wealth Management
Fintech
Digital Assets

FAQs

We’ve gathered answers to common questions about recruiting in the world of asset and wealth Management.

Do you only recruit marketing roles in asset and wealth management, or distribution too?

Both. Marketing and distribution sit in the same practice at tml Partners, led by consultants who specialise in one or the other.

What seniority do you recruit at?

Mainly Head of level through to C-suite: CMO, CDO, CRO, Distribution Director and equivalent. We also build the teams reporting into those leaders through our Professional Recruitment service.

Why work with tml Partners rather than a firm that purely specialises in financial services?

tml Partners combines deep financial services expertise with access to a much wider talent pool. We work with mid-market innovators through to global blue-chip financial institutions, delivering senior leaders across banking, fintech, insurance, and asset management. By also drawing on talent from adjacent sectors such as technology, consumer, and professional services, we bring fresh perspectives and proven expertise that drive transformation and long-term growth worldwide.

Do you work with boutique firms as well as major asset managers?

Yes. Our marketing and distribution placements span independent boutiques through to major blue-chip firms.

Do you cover institutional, wholesale and retail distribution?

Yes, across all three channels, as well as private banking and private markets distribution.

Can you support interim or fractional hires, not just permanent?

Yes. Alongside executive search, we offer interim management, fractional and independent consulting, and a Container Search hybrid model for team builds.

Which geographies do you cover for asset and wealth management searches?

We work across the UK, Europe and the US. Over 40% of our mandates are for roles outside the UK, and our New York team supports US searches directly.

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"I was fortunate to be recommended to Selina and her team at tml Partners while exploring the next step in my career. From our very first conversation, Selina's approach stood out. She genuinely listened, taking the time to understand my career journey to date and what the ideal senior commercial sales leadership role would look like for me. Selina went beyond surface-level discussions, delving deeply into what drives and motivates me. She offered invaluable coaching on my personal brand and positioning, helping me to clarify and articulate my professional strengths. Together, we not only identified current opportunities but also mapped out a list of target firms that aligned with my aspirations. Thanks to Selina's guidance, persistence, and strategic insight, I secured a meeting with the CMO of a targeted firm I had long admired. That meeting opened the door to a truly exciting opportunity, with the organisation recognising how my skills and experience could contribute significant value during a period of growth and transformation. I am immensely grateful to Selina for her expertise, unwavering support, and genuine care throughout the process – it was seamless and empowering! Selina is not just a market leader in executive search – she is a true partner who consistently goes above and beyond. Thank you, Selina, for giving me the confidence, clarity, and encouragement to pursue my dream role… I'm excited about what lies ahead!"

Roger Evans

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