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In this Episode: We Delve into the World of Executive Recruitment for Private Equity Firms and Their Portfolio Companies.

In this episode, we delve into the world of Private Equity executive recruitment. We explore the critical role that top-performing talent plays in driving business success, and how meticulous search and due diligence can help de-risk recruitment. Our expert guest shares insights on what makes a good private equity executive, the risks to portfolio companies when the right executive fit is not in place, and the value proposition of conducting culture fit assessments. We also discuss the process of conducting a culture fit assessment and how it can help identify proven senior executives for portfolio companies. This episode is a must-listen for private equity firms and their portfolio companies looking to attract top talent and gain the edge they need to reach their full potential.

Alex Rawlings on The ERP Organizational Change Podcast

Alex Rawlings

Founder and Managing Partner – Raw Selection

More About Alex

Following 8+ years in executive search, Alex founded Raw Selection in 2017 out of frustration with ineffective candidate search practice and the desire to build an exceptional search firm.

“I became frustrated with the whole process. It had become a game of ‘who is already in my network’ rather than sourcing candidates from the whole market. I knew the process could be improved and that is what the team has built here at Raw Selection”.

Alex is passionate about constantly learning more about talent, leadership and the best working practices. If there is a book on hiring/talent/executive search Alex has likely read it.

Alex alongside managing and growing Raw Selection, Alex is still heavily involved in working with clients and fulfilling searches across private equity firm professional and portfolio executive appointments.

Learn more about Alex’s role.

Episode Highlights Timeline 

04:51 Segment 1: What makes a good PE executive?

  1. Can you tell us about your experience working with Private Equity firms and their portfolio companies, and what you’ve learned about hiring for executive roles?
  2. In general , What are some of the key skills and attributes that you believe are essential for success in a PE executive role?
  3. How do you assess candidates for these roles, and what are some of the factors you consider when making hiring decisions?
  4. What are some of the biggest challenges that PE firms face when hiring executives, and how do you help them overcome these challenges?

22:52 Segment 2: The risk of a wrong executive fit for Portfolio companies

  1. What are some of the risks that a Portfolio company can face when the wrong executive is in place, and how can these risks impact the success of the business?
  2. How do you help PE firms and Portfolio companies avoid these risks, and what strategies do you use to ensure that the right executive is in place?
  3. Can you share any examples of situations where you’ve seen the wrong executive fit have a negative impact on a Portfolio company, and what you did to address the situation?
  4. How important is culture fit when it comes to ensuring a good executive fit, and how do you balance this with other hiring criteria?

35:30 Segment 3: Culture fit assessment

  1. What is a culture fit assessment, and how does it differ from other types of assessments that are used in hiring?
  2. What are some of the benefits of a culture fit assessment, both for PE firms and for candidates?

46:51 What is your golden nugget of advice for our listeners based on todays conversation?

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