Catalyst Partners
Head of Human Resources
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Catalyst Partners is delighted to be partnering with a leading global Asset Management organisation on the appointment of a Head of Human Resources - Investments.
This is a rare opportunity to join a highly regarded investment platform at a pivotal stage in its evolution. The role will play a critical part in shaping the people strategy for a sophisticated, international investment business with a growing presence across both public and private markets.
Working closely with senior investment leaders, including CIOs and executive stakeholders, the successful candidate will act as a trusted advisor on all aspects of talent, organisation effectiveness, leadership, succession, reward, and workforce strategy.
The Role
You will be responsible for leading the people agenda across a complex investment organisation, ensuring the business is positioned to attract, develop, and retain exceptional talent whilst supporting long-term growth objectives.
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Key Responsibilities
- Partnering with senior investment leaders and executive stakeholders on strategic people priorities.
- Leading organisational design, workforce planning, and succession initiatives.
- Supporting business transformation, integration, and change programmes.
- Advising on executive talent, leadership development, and culture.
- Providing strategic input on reward, incentives, and retention for investment populations.
- Managing complex employee relations and organisational challenges within a highly regulated environment.
- Leading and developing a high-performing HR team.
- Working across multiple international jurisdictions, balancing local requirements with global business objectives.
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Candidate Profile
We are interested in speaking with experienced HR leaders who can demonstrate:
- A strong track record within asset management, investment management, private markets, alternatives, or broader financial services.
- Experience partnering with senior investment professionals, CIOs, portfolio managers, and executive leadership teams.
- A deep understanding of the talent and organisational dynamics within investment-led businesses.
- Experience operating across international markets and navigating complex stakeholder environments.
- Proven success leading transformation, integration, organisational redesign, and change initiatives.
- Strong commercial acumen, executive presence, and influencing capability.
- The ability to balance business objectives with governance, risk, and regulatory considerations.
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