Executive Recruiter, Europe

Location: London, United Kingdom

Website: https://www.regentlp.com

Employment Type: Full-Time

About Regent:

Regent is a global private holding company headquartered in Los Angeles, focused on acquiring and transforming businesses across a wide range of industries including technology, consumer products, retail, industrial, and media. Regent’s investment approach centers on unlocking growth through operational transformation, innovation, and strategic leadership.

As Regent continues expanding its global footprint, we are seeking an experienced Executive Recruiter to support talent acquisition for leadership and critical roles across our portfolio and corporate teams, with a focus on Europe-based operations.

Position Overview:

The Executive Recruiter will be responsible for identifying, attracting, and securing top-tier executive and senior leadership talent across Regent's portfolio companies and corporate functions. This London-based role will report to the Head of Human Capital and Recruitment (based in Los Angeles), with a dotted reporting line to the Managing Partner, Europe.

This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of private equity, operations, and talent strategy — helping shape leadership teams that drive transformation and value creation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Executive Search Execution: Lead end-to-end recruitment processes for C-suite, VP, and senior-level hires across Europe, spanning portfolio companies and Regent’s internal functions.
• Stakeholder Partnership: Work closely with Operating Partners, portfolio company CEOs, and Regent’s leadership team to understand hiring needs and define role requirements.
• Candidate Identification: Proactively source, assess, and engage high-caliber candidates using direct sourcing, executive search methodologies, and Regent’s network.
• Process Management: Oversee interview coordination, candidate assessments, offer negotiations, and onboarding support.
• Market Intelligence: Provide insights on executive talent trends, compensation benchmarks, and competitive landscape in relevant sectors.
• Talent Pipelining: Build and maintain a strategic talent pipeline for anticipated hiring needs across the European region.
• Candidate Experience: Ensure a high-touch, professional candidate experience that reflects Regent’s brand and values.

Experience & Background:

• 6–10+ years of experience in executive search, ideally with a top-tier executive search firm or in-house at a private equity or global investment firm.
• Proven track record of placing executive-level talent in operational and leadership roles, preferably within industrials, consumer, automotive, or technology sectors.
• Strong understanding of private equity and portfolio company dynamics is a plus.

Skills & Competencies:

• Deep sourcing and talent assessment expertise.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple searches simultaneously.
• Professional discretion and ability to handle sensitive information.
• Fluency in English; French and German are a plus.

Why Join Regent:

• Be a core contributor to building elite leadership teams that drive value across a global portfolio.
• Collaborate with world-class investors, operators, and entrepreneurs.
• Gain exposure to a fast-paced, performance-driven private equity environment.
• Work in an international, highly entrepreneurial firm with a flat, collaborative culture