Private Equity Partner Trends: London vs. New York

Macrae+Thought Leadership
Written By Gabby Kitney

Private equity partner hiring remained active in both New York and London over the past five years, with London experiencing a notable rebound in 2024 and New York demonstrating strategic selectivity in 2025 H1.

While the two markets operate on different scales - London recorded 21 partner moves in H1 2025 compared to New York's 9 - both reflect steady demand for experienced lateral talent.

This comparative analysis explores the distinct dynamics shaping each market, including New York’s higher lateral hiring rate (78% vs. London’s 70%), differing gender representation (33% in New York vs. 24% in London), and the strategic approaches firms are adopting on both sides of the Atlantic.

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