Consultant - Private Markets

Lewis Mount

Lewis specialises in recruiting investment and operations professionals for leading asset managers and alternative investment firms.
0204 634 1757 lewis.mount@merakitalent.com LinkedIn
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About Lewis

Lewis is an experienced recruiter with over 8 years’ experience specialising in Asset Management and Private Markets. He brings deep market knowledge and an established network of high-calibre professionals across the sector, supporting leading asset managers and alternative investment firms across the global market. Based in Meraki Talent’s London office, Lewis focuses on delivering specialist talent solutions across a rapidly evolving Private Markets landscape.
Lewis specialises in the recruitment of investment and operations professionals across Private Markets, Public Markets and CLO strategies. His coverage spans Investment Operations, Fund Operations, Investment Analytics, Data & Technology and broader investment support functions, with a particular focus on identifying high-quality professionals for specialist and business-critical mandates.
With experience spanning agency recruitment, financial services and in-house talent acquisition, Lewis has developed a strong understanding of the technical and commercial requirements behind successful hires. He combines detailed market knowledge with an extensive candidate network, providing clients with access to both active and hard-to-reach talent across the market.
Lewis takes a long-term, consultative approach to alternative search and specialist recruitment, working closely with clients to understand their business, team structure and hiring objectives. His focus is on delivering high-calibre talent that meets both the immediate requirements of a role and the longer-term needs of the business.
Sectors
Alternative Investments
Financial Services UK
Services
Career Guidance
Fund Operations & Investor Services talent
Investment Analytics & Performance Analytics recruitment
Investment Operations hiring
Middle Office Recruitment
Private Markets Operations recruitment
Salary Benchmarking
Succession Planning
Talent Mapping

Locations

London

Specialist
Recruitment Areas

CLO strategy for Asset Managers Private Markets Public Markets

Client & candidate testimonials

Lewis helped me reach the next step in my career by securing a permanent role as a Fund Accountant. He kept me updated throughout the process, went the extra mile to resolve issues, and built a strong relationship despite remote working. I would highly recommend his services to anyone looking to progress in their field.
Deputy Client Accounting Manager Columbia Threadneedle Investments
Lewis has filled key roles for me over the years. He takes the time to understand both the technical requirements and cultural
fit of a position, consistently identifying candidates who meet those needs. Whenever we have open roles, Lewis is my first port of call.
Vice President CITI
Lewis went above and beyond to help me secure a position at a top-tier investment bank. He took the time to understand my career goals, provided valuable interview preparation, and maintained a highly professional approach throughout. I would highly recommend him to anyone considering a career move.
Director, Structured Credit Trading UBS
Lewis is polite, professional, and personable. He was always available to offer support and advice throughout my job search and played a key role in helping me secure a permanent position. I cannot thank him enough for his help and would highly recommend his services.
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