EXECUTIVE Search

Elite Talent for High-Stakes Growth.

At EdgeWork Executive Search, we operate with one clear mandate: align private equity firms and their portfolio companies with transformational leaders who drive results from day one. We’re not generalists. We live in the world of private equity—where speed, precision, and leadership alignment make or break enterprise value. Our search process is built for the stakes, the speed, and the scale of this world.

We don’t just fill roles—we embed leadership that understands the investment thesis, translates growth levers into executable strategy, and moves the needle where it counts. Every candidate we present brings a proven track record in private equity-backed environments and the situational intelligence to navigate complex operating dynamics, drive alignment, and accelerate value creation. This is search redefined: strategic, tailored, and laser-focused on outcomes.

What Sets EdgeWork Apart

• Private Equity DNA
  Our team includes professionals with direct experience in PE, which means we speak your language, understand your timelines, and know how to identify operators who can drive returns.
• Search Without Shortcuts
  We execute a rigorous, methodical process—mapping, vetting, and qualifying talent with speed and precision. Every search is bespoke. Every candidate is vetted for fit, performance, and cultural alignment.
• Beyond the Resume
  We assess not just what a candidate has done—but how they lead, how they adapt, and how they align with your firm’s vision. Core competency meets behavioral intelligence.
• Transparency from Start to Finish
  You’ll never wonder where your search stands. Our clients receive clear, ongoing updates—because visibility and trust are non-negotiable.
• Thesis-Aligned Talent, Not Just Titles
  Every executive we present understands your investment thesis and has the track record and tactical capability to turn strategy into enterprise value.
• Exclusive Candidate Commitment
  Once we engage in a search, presented candidates are fully exclusive to your firm—until a final placement decision is made.

Why It Matters

In private equity, leadership isn’t optional—it’s the lever that drives value, culture, and outcomes. We partner with firms who demand more than resumes—they want operators who can navigate the 100-day plan, scale teams, and create momentum.

With EdgeWork, you gain access to a curated, insight-driven network of proven executives—vetted not just for credentials, but for chemistry, character, and capacity to lead in PE-backed environments. With culture driving revenue and leadership driving culture, we zero in on leaders who build performance environments, inspire execution, and communicate with clarity at every level.

Our Focus Areas

C-Suite
CEO, CFO, COO, CMO – Proven leadership at the top, tailored to your thesis and stage of growth.

Leadership
President, VP, SVP, MD – Tactical leaders who align teams, manage outcomes, and scale impact.

Functional Management
Controller, HR Manager, Sales Manager, Ops Manager – High-competency operators that turn plans into execution.