Fixed-term contractors have become an integral part of the financial services workforce. Successful firms recognise that hiring well is not…


VC Investor Relations and VC Operations
The market for experienced venture capital operations and investor relations talent is competitive, but the right appointment can transform a…
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Short term finance and operations hires are becoming part of long term planning in fund management
Fixed term hires give firms balance. They provide the bandwidth to deliver today while shaping the structure for tomorrow. For…
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Recruiting a COO for Financial Services Requires a Strategic Approach
The Chief Operating Officer, or COO, is one of the most important hires a financial services firm can make. It’s…
Simon Roderick

Hiring a COO in a Venture Capital or Private Equity Firm Requires a Different Lens
Many venture capital and private equity firms eventually reach a point where operational leadership becomes essential. For those considering their…
Simon Roderick

The Smart Way to Hire a Head of Operations in Asset Management
As asset management firms continue to grow in complexity, the role of operations has shifted from a background function to…
Simon Roderick

What to Consider When Hiring for Fund Finance Recruitment in London
Fund finance recruitment in London remains a specialised area. It requires a nuanced understanding of both the market and the…
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What to Consider When Hiring for Middle Office in Asset Management
Gone are the days when firms had the scale to run distinct teams for operations, finance, fund accounting, and treasury.…
Simon Roderick

What Makes a Great COO in Financial Services?
At Fram Search, we’ve worked with COOs across wealth and asset management, fintech, and specialist lending. We understand the demands…
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Hiring a Head of Operations in Financial Services: What to Consider Before You Start
Hiring a Head of Operations is one of the most commercially sensitive and strategically important decisions a financial services firm…
Simon Roderick

When to Hire a Fractional CFO in Financial Services — and When Not To
At Fram Search, we have seen growing interest in fractional and part-time CFO appointments across financial services. These roles are…
Simon Roderick

The Strategic Value of Hiring a Fractional CFO in London
In the early stages of a business, most founders and leadership teams are focused on building product, growing revenue, and…
