Blueprint to approach PE firms
Background: currently MM PE A2 and being pushed out. Joined the firm after my time with a leading BB. I'd like to skip the MBA route and continue climbing the PE ladder.
Given the current state of the market, my recruiting experience so far has been pretty bad. Headhunters are not coming back after introducing opportunities and if an interview situation arises, some firms just do not seem ready yet before the macro environment shows signs of improvement.
I do not want to rely on recruiters anymore and speak directly with firms that are of interest to me. What is your experience with reaching out directly to funds? Whom should I approach (mid-level, Partner, HR, etc.), what is the appropriate messaging (informal exchange vs. being upfront about my intentions), what is the right channel (LinkedIn, Email, etc.)?
Looking forward to hearing your thoughts and many thanks for any help!
Based on the most helpful WSO content, here’s a detailed blueprint to approach PE firms directly:
Whom to Approach:
Appropriate Messaging:
Right Channel:
Messaging Structure:
Introduction:
Purpose:
Value Proposition:
Request for Conversation:
Attachment:
Example Email:
Additional Tips:
By following this blueprint, you can effectively reach out to PE firms directly and increase your chances of finding the right opportunity.
Sources: (Mis)adventures in PE fundraising (part 2), Networking into a Hedge Fund? It's Unstructured., Best Practices for Finding Lateral Opportunities, How to Approach Lateral Transfer, How to raise a fund - what I know, and what I'm clueless about
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