Executive Search · Hedge Funds
The right people. For the most demanding funds.
Winston Fox is a executive search firm operating exclusively within the hedge fund industry. We work with a select number of clients — and we work with discretion.
About
Winston Fox was founded on a single conviction: that the most consequential hires require a different kind of search firm. One that understands the nuances of investment strategy, the dynamics of fund culture, and the value of a relationship built over years — not a database query.
Our mandates are limited by design, our process is thorough, and our network is built on trust.
70+ years
of combined experience
Global
reach across major financial centres
Expertise
We place exceptional, top 1% talent, that is critical to fund performance. No compromise!
Portfolio Management
PMs, analysts, and sector specialists across long/short, macro, and quantitative strategies.
Research & Analysis
Fundamental and quantitative researchers with demonstrable edge and intellectual rigour.
Risk & Quant
Risk managers, quant researchers, and data scientists who understand the demands of live capital.
Technology
Applied AI Specialists, Data Scientists, Software and Infrastructure Engineers
C-Suite & Operations
COOs, CFOs, and senior operational leaders who build the infrastructure that lets investment talent perform.
Process
01
Mandate
We begin with a thorough understanding of your fund's strategy, culture, and the precise profile you require. No assumptions.
02
Search
A targeted, confidential search across our proprietary network. We approach candidates who are not actively looking.
03
Placement
We manage the process from introduction to offer — and remain available long after the hire is made.
The Team
James Drysdale
Founding Partner
James has spent over two decades placing senior investment talent across Europe and North America. Prior to founding Winston Fox, he led was the founder of a large finacial markets technology search firm, advising funds and banks across the globe.
- 25+ years in search and recruitment
- Investment Management and Technology
- [email protected]
Joe Temple
Partner, C-Suite & RISK
Joe has an exceptional track record advising and placing senior leadership across the C-Suite, Risk, Operations and Compliance functions. With over two decades of experience he brings a rare ability to assess senior talent with genuine rigour.
- 25+ years in executive search
- C-Suite, Risk, Ops, Compliance
- [email protected]
Adam Francis
Partner, Technology
Adam leads all data and technology mandates. He brings deep technical fluency to the search process, having navigated these markets for over twenty years. Adam only works with the very top technology talent on the planet.
- 20+ years in search and recruitment
- Technology and data
- [email protected]
Contact
Absolute discretion
If you are considering an experienced hire, or you're considering your options, we would welcome a confidential conversation.