Why diversity is key to building the private equity workforce of the future
Heightened private equity hiring activity and market noise mean an unprecedentedly long line of professionals are eager to break into the PE industry. Meanwhile, funds are looking for professionals who closely match their investment culture and governance model. The result is that demand for candidates with proven PE experience is far outpacing supply. More than ever, the PE industry must proactively improve DEI internally and across their portfolio companies in order to widen talent pools and bring onboard the talent the industry needs.
How can organisations improve diversity in their hiring policies and workforce? How are market conditions affecting dealmaking and hold periods? And how can private equity remain resilient in a challenging market?
To find out more on the key areas private equity leaders need to prepare for in 2024, check out our private equity market snapshot in UNLOCKED: Talent Insights 2024.