Private Equity Executive Search – USA Talent Experts

Specialist executive search firm for private equity portfolio companies

Nigel Wright Group is a private equity executive search firm operating in the USA and Europe. We primarily help private equity firms operating in consumer-facing sectors identify and attract top talent for key senior-level roles at their portfolio companies. Clients benefit from our combined discipline and sector expertise and strong domestic and international consumer industry networks.

Multidiscipline executive search for private equity firms

Alongside Chief Executive Officer, Chief Operating Officer, Managing Director, and other general leadership positions, we recruit executive-level roles in sales, marketing, supply chain, procurement, engineering, manufacturing, HR, IT, and finance. This includes fulfilling individual talent acquisition assignments, as well as assisting clients with talent mapping and succession planning initiatives.

To discuss your hiring needs and find out more about our private equity executive recruiting capabilities, please contact us directly or use the chat function below to talk with a member of our support team. Candidates wishing to stay informed about the latest career opportunities at private-equity-backed businesses are advised to send us their CVs for review and follow us on social media.

Our track record as private equity portfolio company recruiters

We have a proven track record in supporting private equity-backed organisations. Our client portfolio consists of start-ups, middle market, and multinational blue-chip businesses active in the home & personal care, fashion & lifestyle, beauty & cosmetics, homeware, food, drinks, DIY, consumer electronics, consumer health, ecommerce & retail, and toys & children sectors, among others.

Our private equity clients include:

We have successfully completed search assignments at the following PE-backed businesses:

Clients praise our executive search capabilities:

Our vision is to continue building a secure, socially responsible, and sustainable organisation of international acclaim. To achieve this, we must deliver consistently high standards of customer service. By regularly gathering feedback from our clients, we’re able to pinpoint what excellent service looks like to them and use that information to inform ongoing consultant training initiatives.

This commitment to continuous improvement is a key reason why our annual Net Promoter Score (NPS) positions us amongst the best companies in the world and ahead of other executive search firms for customer satisfaction and loyalty. As you can see from the examples shared below, the type of feedback that we receive from our clients helps to reinforce the Net Promoter Score (NPS) data:

“We engaged Nigel Wright Group to help us hire a new Chief Executive Officer with international experience for a growing business in our investment portfolio. The search consultant leading the assignment was very knowledgeable and professional throughout, and managed the recruitment process (both our side and the client side) really well.” - Portfolio Director, Baird Capital Partners

“As a candidate and as an employer I have always found Nigel Wright Group to be a stand-out firm in a very competitive market. The calibre of their consultants is first-class in terms of professionalism and industry insight. Their client base is impressive, with key contacts at most leading food manufacturers, as is their access to senior-level talent.” - Technical Director, Bernard Matthews

“Nigel Wright Group has helped Purity Soft Drinks hire various senior positions within sales and operations. The consultants I have dealt with have always provided me with excellent candidates and made the recruitment process very efficient. I have already recommended Nigel Wright to other similar businesses currently seeking senior-level talent.” - Commercial Director, Purity Soft Drinks

“The consultant’s impressive networks, in-depth industry knowledge, and collaborative way of working were factors that led to success. All the candidates Nigel Wright Group has successfully placed at Hovis bring broad industry and category experience that will give us a clear edge in the market. It's always a pleasure to work with Nigel Wright’s team.” - Chief Marketing Officer, Hovis

“We have enjoyed a productive relationship with Nigel Wright Group for almost 10 years. They have recruited several CEOs for our portfolio companies, as well as senior HR and Operations leaders. Their consultants have worked closely with us and consistently provided a quality service: respecting deadlines, finding great candidates, and being very customer-oriented.” - Country Director, Mutares

“Thanks to Nigel Wright Group, Nomad Digital has hired several senior roles within HR, IT, and Supply Chain. The search consultants I personally worked with were true professionals and definite experts in their fields. We’ve had consistently excellent service, and I am more than happy to continue our partnership based on my experiences.” - Global Head of Recruitment, Nomad Digital

“Quorn has used Nigel Wright Group to hire senior roles right across our business including Marketing Director, Finance Director, and Head of HR positions. During a recent senior finance recruitment process, their search consultant was again excellent, providing constant communication throughout what was a difficult and challenging brief.” - Resourcing Business Partner, Quorn 

Searching for private equity search firms or executive recruiters for private equity firms and their portfolio companies?

If you require the services of a specialist private equity executive recruiting firm, please contact our marketing department via the email address below. A member of our team will respond on the same working day and direct your enquiry to the most appropriate search consultant.

Consumer Industry Private Equity Recruiter | USA Address

Nigel Wright Group is Europe’s number one consumer industry retained executive search firm. We help European and US-based companies expand in domestic and international markets.

United States Office

Telephone: (929) 564-5988

Email: marketingdept@nigelwright.com

Address: 353 Lexington Avenue, 4th Floor, Suite 400, New York, NY, US 10016