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UNCOVERING HIGHLY QUALIFIED LEADERS TO ALIGN WITH YOUR COMPANY DNA
Through having meticulously researched, interviewed and met each candidate, we pride ourselves in presenting only the most exceptional individuals.
We don't just recruit; we headhunt. Leveraging cutting-edge software and data tools, we pinpoint the most promising talent. Our goal is to uncover highly qualified individuals aligned with your company DNA.
Beyond the search, we partner in tailoring interview processes, compensation frameworks, retaining top talent, and on effectively showcasing opportunities to attract the best candidates.
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- Chief Operating Officer
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Examples of where we've placed outstanding, transformational talent with exceptional businesses.
Hamburg, Germany
Chief Financial Officer
Providing a permanent capital backed vertical market software acquirer with their first COO to support their scaling platform.
Krakow, Poland
Chief Financial Officer
Part of a C-Suite team build for a B2B SaaS portfolio company post-investment by a lower mid-market private equity fund.
London, UK
Chief Financial Officer
Supporting a private equity backed business development services company in recruiting a CFO.
Nottingham, UK
Chief Financial Officer
Providing a seasoned CFO for a private equity backed technology services businesses to take them through a successful exit transaction.
Texas, USA
Chief Financial Officer
Placing a portfolio CFO into a mid-market private equity fund to service their technology and services portfolio companies.
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Chief Financial Officer
Midlands, England
Location: Midlands, UK
Company: Buy and Build Private Equity Backed Professional Services Platform
This is an exciting opportunity to join a PE-backed professional services business following its first institutional investment.
As the CFO, you will be instrumental in driving financial strategy, managing financial operations, and supporting ambitious growth plans.
You will collaborate closely with the executive team to ensure financial stability and optimize performance, while also managing their “Buy & Build” strategy.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee all financial operations and activities
- Develop and implement financial strategies
- Manage budgeting, forecasting, and reporting
- Support M&A activities and integration processes
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations
- Proven experience as a CFO within a scaling SME (£20m to £50m revenue)
- Strong background in private equity backed businesses and exposure to M&A
- Essential experience in the Professional Services sector
- Excellent analytical and strategic thinking skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment
- Eligble to work in the UK
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Chief Financial Officer
London Wall, Greater London, South East, England
Location: London
Salary: £175,000 to £190,000 + Equity & Bonus
Company: Private Equity-Backed SaaS Business
Our client is a private equity-backed subscription business on the cusp of significant growth. With a strategic plan to expand both organically and through targeted acquisitions over the next three years, the company is gearing up for a successful exit. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking organization at a pivotal moment in its journey.
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our client’s executive team. The CFO will be instrumental in driving the financial strategy, managing financial risks, and ensuring the company’s financial health as it navigates through its growth phase and prepares for an exit.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement financial strategies to support the company’s growth objectives.
- Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
- Manage relationships with investors, banks, and other financial stakeholders.
- Lead financial due diligence and integration for acquisitions.
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards.
- Provide strategic financial insights to the executive team and board of directors.
- Optimize the company’s capital structure and manage cash flow.
- Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and systems.
- Proven experience as a CFO or in a senior financial leadership role.
- Experience within a private equity-backed environment.
- Strong background in financial planning, analysis, and management.
- Experience with mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and integration.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to influence and drive change.
- ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualification.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunity to be part of a company with a clear path to exit within 3 years.
- Collaborative and innovative work environment.
- Leadership role with significant impact on the company’s success.
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Chief Financial Officer
London, Greater London, South East, England
Location: London, UK
Salary: £200,000 + Equity
Camino Search is partnering with a growing business services company at a pivotal stage, poised for significant growth and preparing for a potential exit process. Our client operates in the international B2B services sector, providing innovative solutions to clients worldwide.
Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced and strategic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our team. The ideal candidate will be instrumental in driving margin improvement, establishing a robust and fit-for-purpose finance function, and preparing the business for a successful private equity sale
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Financial Leadership:Provide strategic direction and leadership in all financial aspects of the company, ensuring alignment with our growth objectives.
- Margin Improvement:Identify and implement strategies to enhance profitability and drive margin improvement across all business units.
- Finance Function Development:Establish and maintain a robust, scalable finance function that supports the company’s international operations and growth ambitions.
- PE Sale Preparation:Lead the financial preparation for a potential private equity sale, including due diligence, financial modeling, and stakeholder management.
- Risk Management:Develop and oversee risk management strategies to safeguard the company’s assets and ensure financial stability.
- Financial Reporting:Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, compliance with regulatory requirements, and effective communication with stakeholders.
- Team Leadership:Build and mentor a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
- Proven experience as a CFO or in a senior financial leadership role within a similar-sized business. Circa (£50m to £100m)
- Strong background in driving margin improvement and preparing businesses for private equity transactions.
- Expertise in establishing and managing international finance functions.
- Excellent strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional communication and leadership abilities.
- Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
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Added 3 months ago
Deal Origination
Remote work, France
Our client is a high-performing software acquirer currently operating across the US and Europe. The business has a great track record of acquiring SaaS businesses since it’s inception 2 years ago; they are looking to add a French speaker to the team of originators.
Responsibilities:
- Create a pipeline of founder led software businesses within France through thematic research.
- Make initial outreach to founders/CEO through LinkedIn, email, phone call or attending conferences.
- Create basic valuation models for potential sellers.
Requirements:
- Must be fluent in English and French
- Have a proven track record of successfully sourcing deals which have led to a closed acquisition.
- Be a highly driven individual.
Please note, this role does involve semi-frequent travel across France and to London where the business is headquartered.
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Elli Mori
“Harry has provided a great candidate experience for me. The first time we met, he impressed me with how much he knew not only about the role but about the company he was presenting. It seemed that he made genuine effort to understand all the details of the opportunity he was presenting."
Chief Financial Officer
Commify
David Bryan
“I’ve used Harry both as a candidate and as a hiring manager. As a candidate, Harry was hiring for a role where I came into the process quite late in the day. However, on seeing my suitability on the basis of personality, experience and skills he really pushed to get me included."
Chief Financial Officer
Tivian
Marc Maurer
“Lauren and Giulia recruited me into my current role at Chapters Group. Camino Search managed expectations on both sides proactively and represented their client in a true and fair manner. The Camino people understand that success in a new role does not start on day 1 but with the first interview.”
Chief Operating Officer
Chapters Group
Harry Banks
"Oscar took on a unique brief to secure Everlane a CFO for two companies within our portfolio. Having initially explored the market ourselves, we were very impressed with the pace Oscar worked at to secure suitable and high-quality profiles for us to consider."
Operating Partner
Everlane Equity Partners
Hu Ling
Camino Search has helped me secure some really exciting assignments in tech including introducing me to a leading private equity where I've done some of the most existing projects. What strikes me most is Camino Partner's effectiveness - there is a great chance of getting an interview once Camino has made recommendations. And it's also impressive how they are able to introduce candidates across industries to help fulfil their potentials.
PE Operating Partner
