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Private Equity Headhunters

We connect private equity and venture capital firms, alongside their portfolio companies, with senior marketing and commercial leaders who deliver growth, value creation, and competitive advantage.

How we help our clients

We partner with private equity, portfolio companies, and investor-backed businesses to recruit senior permanent or fractional marketing, growth, and commercial leaders.

 

Our team leverages sector insights, industry-leading events, and networks to source candidates who excel in high-pressure, fast-moving environments, making us trusted specialists in executive search.

 

How we help our clients

Roles we support

Chief Revenue Officer (CRO)
Chief Growth Officer (CGO)
Chief Marketing Officer (CMO)
Commercial Director
Chief Product Officer
Why work with us?

Why work with us?

Our PE headhunters understand the speed, discretion, and precision required in this sector. We combine deep industry expertise with a global network to identify leaders who can drive portfolio performance, build brand presence, and create commercial impact across multiple investments.

 

What makes us different?

  • Specialist headhunters with deep expertise across private capital.
  • Access to global networks of senior marketing and commercial leaders.
  • Research-led process delivering the best-fit candidates efficiently.
  • Flexible solutions including permanent, interim, and fractional appointments.

 

Executive Search
Professional Recruitment
Interim Management
Fractional and Independent Consulting
What makes us different?

Awards and accreditations

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Our private equity & venture capital specialists

Our specialists combine deep sector knowledge with global networks to identify marketing and commercial leaders who drive value creation in high-performance environments.

Simon Bassett

Simon Bassett

Chief Executive Officer

Tom Morgan-Harris

Tom Morgan-Harris

Commercial Director

Emma Morrison

Emma Morrison

Director - Interim & Growth Partners

Lottie Brownlow

Lottie Brownlow

Head of North America

Kalen Ockenden

Kalen Ockenden

Head of Client Success

John Brown

John Brown

Senior Research Associate

FAQs

 

 

What makes your private equity executive search unique?

We solely specialise in senior marketing, commercial, revenue operations and growth roles across private capital, with a strong understanding of the speed, discretion and performance focus needed to find the right hire at the right time. 

 

Do you work with both private equity and venture capital firms?

Yes, we support private equity, venture capital firms, family offices as well as their portfolio companies globally to build the marketing and commercial teams they need to succeed. 

 

How do you find candidates who are right for a fast-paced investor-backed environment?

We combine proactive search, industry networks, and market intelligence to identify leaders who thrive in high-growth, high-pressure settings. We have built great relationships with some of the world’s leading private equity firms, and have developed a deep understanding of what they need from their leadership talent.

 

Is confidentiality a key consideration in your search process?

Absolutely. All searches are conducted discreetly, respecting sensitive information for both clients and candidates.

 

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Your partner in growth

At tml Partners, we connect leading marketing and commercial talent with world-leading companies. Whether you’re looking to fill a senior role or find your next career challenge, we’re here to help you achieve your ambitions.

Trusted by the world’s leading companies

Other industries

Other industries

Beyond Private Capital, tml Partners operates across financial services, technology, consumer markets, professional services, B2B, and sports & entertainment, providing a broad spectrum of marketing and commercial executive search expertise.

 

Professional Services
Financial Services
Consumer Markets
Business to Business
Technology
Sports & Entertainment

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Tanya Venables

75 days ago

I have recently had the pleasure of dealing with Hannah Jenns at TML Partners in my capacity as a potential candidate for a senior marketing role she was fulfilling. From the outset Hannah demonstrated a deep understanding of B2B marketing roles which established her credibility, and enabled us to have a meaningful conversation. Throughout the process, she asked considered and great questions! she provided constructive feedback, and I genuinely felt she was working for me not only her client. It is clear Hannah has a great relationship with her client’s in-house talent team. She passionately explained the business, was knowledgeable about the team and is a valuable advocate for them. I appreciated the extra effort Hannah took to check in before and after interviews. Would highly recommend Hannah both to candidates and organisations in the B2B marketing space.

btisam mailoud

78 days ago

Emma was absolutely fantastic to work with from start to finish. She took the time to jump on calls throughout the process and was always available to answer any questions I had about the company and role. Her guidance, professionalism, and genuine support made a huge difference — she really went above and beyond and made herself indispensable. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience, and I truly hope all of my future career opportunities come through Emma!

Supreet Thomas

88 days ago

I recently worked with Malisha Patel at tml Partners and can’t recommend her highly enough. She is an expert in her field, with a deep understanding of both the organisation and the role. Malisha guided me through the process with professionalism, insight and genuine care, making the experience seamless from start to finish. I would not hesitate to recommend working with her and the team at tml Partners.

Simon Gallimore

148 days ago

I had a fantastic experience with tml partners. Selina was very professional and dedicated to providing an exceptional experience. Communication, coaching and guidance through the process was brilliant and was a significant factor to securing the role. Highly recommended for both employers and candidates.

Stuart Ellams

151 days ago

I recently worked with tml Partners and successfully secured a new and exciting opportunity. I can not speak more highly of Malisha Patel. Malisha is an expert in her field. She had a deep understanding of the organisation and a natural ability to support and guide throughout the process. I would highly recommend working with tml Partners.

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