We know the talent.
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We know the talent.
Let us introduce you.

We know the talent.
Let us introduce you.

About

CapM Search Partners specializes in financial services sector recruitment.

As trusted advisors we work closely with you to fully understand your needs, leveraging our deep network to introduce high-calibre candidates.

Our strong relationships create lasting business solutions that deliver substantial returns on your talent investment.

OUR EXPERTISE

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Private Equity

We work with middle market to mega funds placing candidates within investment teams, investor relations and business development teams, as well as portfolio companies. Our clients include GPs, LPs, and pension funds
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Credit

Our credit coverage spans both lending and investing, and both public and private, right up and down the entire capital structure
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Venture Capital & Growth Equity

We work with leading platforms who invest in high growth companies across a diverse range of industries
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Private Equity

We work with middle market to mega funds placing candidates within investment teams, investor relations and business development teams, as well as portfolio companies. Our clients include GPs, LPs, and pension funds
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Credit

Our credit coverage spans both lending and investing, and both public and private, right up and down the entire capital structure
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Venture Capital & Growth Equity

We work with leading platforms who invest in high growth companies across a diverse range of industries
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Corporate Development & Strategy

We recruit for Corporate Development and Strategy roles at publicly traded as well as private companies, including sponsor-backed organizations
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Corporate Development & Strategy

We recruit for Corporate Development and Strategy roles at publicly traded as well as private companies, including sponsor-backed organizations
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Real Assets

Our Real Assets arm includes infrastructure, energy and real estate investment platforms
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Public Markets

We recruit for asset managers and hedge funds, across all types of investment strategies and trading desks. With a particular focus on high yield and multi-strategy
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Real Assets

Our Real Assets arm includes infrastructure, energy and real estate investment platforms
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Public Markets

We recruit for asset managers and hedge funds, across all types of investment strategies and trading desks. With a particular focus on high yield and multi-strategy

OUR APPROACH

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Understand Client Needs

Review company structure and culture. Evaluate responsibilities and develop search profile.
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Develop Recruitment Strategy

Research and market map targeted platforms.
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Go To Market

Engage and interview qualified candidates.
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Shortlist Presentation

Review and discuss selected shortlisted candidates with the client.
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Client Interviews

Coordinate interviews with the hiring team and candidates. Provide feedback at all stages including recommendations as required.
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Offer Stage

Provide guidance and advisory services throughout the offer stage process to ensure a successful placement.

TRACK RECORD

Private Equity / Private Credit

  • Vice Chair, InvestmentsU.S. Mid Market Sponsor Finance Fund
  • Principal, Head of CanadaU.S. Mid Market Credit Fund
  • Principal, Asset ManagementPrivate Equity Firm 
  • Principal, Portfolio ManagementPrivate Equity Firm 
  • Vice President, Senior DebtPrivate Credit Fund
  • Senior Associate, Direct Private Equity – Pension Fund
  • Senior Associate, Strategic Investments – Large Cap Private Equity Firm
  • Senior Associate, Deal TeamPrivate Credit Fund
  • Associate, Deal Team – Financial ServicesLarge Cap Private Equity Firm
  • Associate, Deal TeamMid-Market Private Equity Firm
  • Associate, Direct Private Equity – Large CapPension Fund
  • Associate, Deal TeamPrivate Credit Fund
  • Associate, Capital SolutionsPension Fund
  • Associate, Senior Debt – Private Credit Fund
  • Senior Analyst, Senior Debt – Private Credit Fund
  • Analyst, SecondariesPrivate Equity Firm
  • Analyst, Deal TeamPrivate Credit Fund
  • Analyst, Credit InvestmentsPension Fund
  • Analyst, Investor RelationsPrivate Equity Firm

Venture Capital & Growth Equity / Corporate Development & Strategy

  • Principal, VentureVenture Capital Firm
  • Director, Corporate DevelopmentApparel Manufacturer
  • Director, Corporate DevelopmentCanadian Mining Company
  • Vice President, GrowthVenture Capital Firm
  • Senior Manager, Corporate DevelopmentEngineering Services Company
  • Manager, Corporate DevelopmentVenture Capital Firm
  • Senior Associate, StrategyPrivate Equity Firm
  • Senior Associate, Fintech – Equity Investment Fund
  • Senior Associate, VentureVenture Capital Firm
  • Associate, VentureVenture Capital Firm
  • Associate, Strategic InitiativesAlternative Asset Manager
  • Analyst, VentureCorporate Venture Capital Fund
  • Analyst, Business DevelopmentMid-Market Private Equity Firm
  • Analyst, VentureVenture Capital Firm
  • Analyst, StrategyPrivate Equity Firm

Real Assets / Public Markets

  • Director, InvestmentsInfrastructure Investment Firm
  • Director, Fixed Income SalesFinancial Technology Company
  • Senior Associate, InvestmentsGlobal Asset Manager
  • Associate, InfrastructureGlobal Investment Firm
  • Associate, Investments – InfrastructurePrivate Equity Firm
  • Associate, High Yield BondsPension Fund
  • Senior Analyst, Real AssetsPension Fund
  • Senior Analyst, Alternative InvestmentsPension Fund
  • Analyst, InvestmentsAgribusiness Fund
  • Analyst, InvestmentsInfrastructure Investment Firm
  • Analyst, Real AssetsPension Fund
  • Analyst, Capital SolutionsPension Fund

Meet the Team

Danielle Hughes

MANAGING PARTNER

Danielle has an Honours degree in Philosophy from the University of British Columbia, where she played on the women’s varsity tennis team, and a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology. In 2019 Danielle co-founded CapM Search Partners where she leverages over a decade of experience with a specific focus in Credit, Private Equity, and Public Markets. In her spare time Danielle competes in tennis and golf, has run over a dozen marathons, completed an Ironman, loves downhill skiing, and is trying to improve her kitesurfing skills. She is a founder of the Lambton “Tennis Inspires” Gala, an annual fundraising event that supports tennis camps for underprivileged kids. She and her husband completed a trip around the world where they visited 17 different countries, and counts Cambodia, Kenya and Iceland among her favourites.

Ellen O’Brien

MANAGING PARTNER

Ellen has an Honours degree in Communications from Wilfrid Laurier University, where she played on the women’s varsity soccer team. Prior to founding CapM Ellen worked for a leading capital markets recruitment firm and partnered with both sell-side and buy-side clients. In 2019 she co-founded CapM Search Partners where she continues to focus on recruiting for financial services platforms including: Private Equity, Alternative Investments, Corporate Development and Investment Banking. Rumour has it Ellen’s passion for connecting with people likely came from her Irish roots. She volunteers at The Ireland Funds, a philanthropic network supporting Irish-related causes around the world. Ellen is a former CPGA golf professional, and still gets out on the course every chance she has. With three holes-in-one under her belt she is sure the next one is on the horizon. Ellen is an avid hockey fan and has a bottle of champagne waiting, ready to pop, for when the Toronto Maple Leafs bring home the cup.

Ali Woolley

SENIOR ASSOCIATE

Ali has an undergraduate degree in Communications & Media Studies from the University of Calgary where she was a member of the women’s varsity volleyball team. Prior to joining CapM Ali worked for Canaccord Genuity in the Wealth Management division. When she isn’t talking to candidates you can find her playing beach volleyball. Ali is a two-time Canadian beach volleyball champion, and represented Canada twice at the Junior Beach Volleyball World Championships. She is also a foodie, a huge Federer fan, and hopes one day to complete a half marathon.

Contact

Danielle Hughes

Ellen O’Brien

416-912-1883
ellen@capmsearch.com

Ali Woolley

416-268-3609
ali@capmsearch.com

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100 King Street West | Suite 5600 | Toronto, ON | M5X 1C9