EXPERTISE -
Headhunting top investment talent, across private and public markets.
Placing top investment talent across the full spectrum of public and private credit, including corporate and sovereign bonds, leveraged loans, direct lending, distressed debt, special situations, and structured credit.
Placing elite investment professionals who shape the credit markets—across public and private strategies, from corporate bonds to direct lending, structured credit, and special situations.
At Credit Search Partners, we specialize exclusively in recruiting investment professionals across public and private credit. Whether in corporate bonds, leveraged loans, direct lending, distressed debt, special situations, or structured credit, we understand how capital is deployed, where opportunities emerge, and the talent required to generate alpha.
We do not simply source candidates; we place proven professionals who drive returns and create value. From portfolio managers and credit analysts to business builders who scale platforms, our network consists of high-performers who understand risk, structure, and market cycles. Firms need more than just talent – they need leaders who can navigate complexity and deliver results.
For some clients, we execute global mandates to find specialists who fit precise investment philosophies. For others, we introduce standout professionals opportunistically. In both cases, our deep specialization ensures insight-driven, high-caliber recruitment solutions.
In an industry where specialization is key, we are the only logical choice for firms seeking elite investment talent in credit. Our sole focus is credit, ensuring our clients gain access to the absolute best professionals in the industry.
CAPABILITIES -
Placing across the investment spectrum.
Our expertise spans the full breadth of credit investing, from liquid public markets to complex private and structured credit strategies. Whether it is direct lending, distressed debt, structured finance, or opportunistic credit, we connect firms with high-caliber professionals who drive performance and capital deployment.
Our deep industry focus allows us to support asset managers, hedge funds, and institutional allocators in building world-class investment teams—placing leaders who originate deals, manage portfolios, and navigate evolving credit markets with precision.
Example Mandates
- Chief Investment Officers
- Portfolio / Fund Managers
- Allocators
- Traders
- Research Analysts
- Originators
- Asset Managers
- Underwriters
- Quants & Systematic
- Capital Raisers
