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Expert Private Equity Staffing and Recruiting Agency in Austin

Hiring for a private equity firm or portfolio company in Austin requires speed, discretion, and candidates who can perform in high‑expectation environments. Burnett Specialists partners with private equity and venture capital firms across Central Texas and beyond, supporting talent needs across the full investment platform—from junior professionals through senior leadership.

In private equity, our work is closely aligned with value creation and operational execution, supporting both fund‑level roles and portfolio company leadership across accounting and finance, executive administration, investor relations support, and operations. In venture capital, we focus on growth‑oriented hiring, partnering with firms to build investment, platform, and functional leadership teams across scaling businesses.

Whether supporting initial team formation, interim needs during periods of transition, or long‑term direct hires tied to strategic initiatives, we tailor our approach to each investment strategy. Our flexible hiring solutions are designed to help clients move quickly, maintain confidentiality, and hire with confidence at every stage of growth.

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Private Equity recruiting built for fast moving teams

Private equity environments are deadline driven and detail heavy, often requiring teams to support fundraising, reporting, audit preparation, acquisitions, integrations, and leadership changes across multiple portfolio companies. Burnett Specialists operates across key areas of the investment platform, supporting hiring needs from junior talent through senior leadership. We partner with clients on both initial team formation and the buildout of strategic initiatives, delivering professionals who can manage shifting priorities, sensitive information, and the pace that comes with deal activity and growth.

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What types of Private Equity positions can we place?

Our recruiters connect employers with qualified candidates across private equity firms and portfolio companies. We place professionals in investment office support and operational functions, including:

Finance and Accounting roles commonly needed in private equity and portfolio companies

  • Fund Accountant
  • Senior Fund Accountant
  • Fund Controller
  • Assistant Controller
  • CFO (Fund or Management Company)
  • Head of Finance
  • FP&A and Financial Analyst roles
  • Accounting Manager, Senior Accountant, and Staff Accountant

Portfolio Operations & Value Creation

  • Operating Partner (select engagements)
  • Portfolio Operations Associate or VP
  • Value Creation Team (VCT) roles
  • Functional operators supporting revenue, product, technology, supply chain, and manufacturing initiatives

Executive administrative and office support roles for private equity teams

  • Executive Assistant to Partners and Managing Directors
  • Private Equity Office Manager
  • Administrative Manager
  • Chief of Staff
  • Internal recruiting, marketing, and platform operations roles

Investor relations and people operations support

  • Analyst, Senior Analyst, Associate, and Senior Associate roles
  • Investor Relations Associate and support roles
  • Strategy, research, analytics, or ESG focused roles
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Top Staffing and Recruiting Services for Private Equity in Austin

As a premier staffing agency and recruitment company in Austin, we provide comprehensive services to meet the evolving hiring needs of private equity firms and portfolio companies. Our expertise as an Austin staffing and employment agency means we understand the local talent market and the unique requirements of the private equity space, allowing us to deliver tailored workforce solutions for both investment teams and operational roles. Our placement options include:

Direct-Hire Placements: We connect businesses to qualified direct hire candidates, ensuring a match for both skills and workplace culture.

Temp-to-Hire: This option offers flexibility by allowing companies to assess a candidate’s performance on the job before committing to a permanent hire.

Temporary & Contract Staffing: Our temp and contract staffing services are ideal for short-term projects, seasonal workloads, or covering employee absences, providing reliable and on-demand workforce support.

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Contact Our Private Equity Staffing and Recruiting Team in Austin

As part of Texas’s largest employee owned staffing and recruitment organization, we are proud to support private equity firms and portfolio companies in Austin. Contact our recruiting professionals and staffing experts in Austin to discuss your hiring needs, from accounting and finance to executive admin and operations support. We will help you connect with qualified candidates who can contribute immediately and support your team through growth, change, and transaction activity.

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Work with an Austin Private Equity Recruiter Who Knows the Local Market

Working with an Austin based recruiter can reduce time to hire, lower recruiting costs, and connect you with candidates who understand the expectations of a private equity environment. A local staffing partner that knows the Central Texas market can help you hire faster, maintain confidentiality, and secure talent that fits both the role and the culture.

Burnett Specialists brings deep recruiting experience and a strong network throughout Austin, including professionals with backgrounds in private equity, high growth companies, and portfolio company operations. We focus on quality, responsiveness, and long term fit, whether you are hiring for a partner level executive assistant, a controller for a portfolio company, or interim accounting support during a transition.

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As a trusted staffing and recruiting partner in Austin, we’ve led a wide range of successful placements, demonstrating our ability to meet the unique needs of each industry with accuracy and proven expertise.

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We have received many awards and accolades as a staffing agency and recruiting company for our commitment to our Austin communities and our innovative staffing and recruitment methods.

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FAQs

Do you recruit for both the PE firm and the portfolio companies?

Yes. We support hiring at the fund level and within portfolio companies, including build outs after an acquisition, integration support, and backfilling during leadership transitions.

Can you help with confidential searches?

Yes. We can run discreet searches for sensitive hires, including replacement searches, leadership changes, and roles tied to transaction activity.

Do you recruit for both the PE firm and the portfolio companies?

Yes. We support hiring at the fund level and within portfolio companies, including build outs after an acquisition, integration support, and backfilling during leadership transitions.

Use Burnett Specialists to Explore Private Equity Opportunities in Austin

Our qualified Austin staffing specialists and recruiters place temporary and permanent positions in the city and the metro area. Learn more about our private equity placement options.

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