about us

The GCC comprises the Persian Gulf states of Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. It is one of the fastest developing FS markets globally; the region offers outstanding professional prospects, climate and quality of life to candidates at all stages of their careers. Pemberton Search is a leading supplier of professional talent and has an excellent track record in moving candidates from regulated markets across Europe, North America and APAC and within the region itself.

Pemberton Search maintains a regular presence in the Middle East region through its dedicated team, comprising 2 Directors and 3 Practice Heads, and is well positioned to provide clients with functional expertise. The team is aligned geographically to the region and is able to react quickly and deliver Search mandates quickly whilst securing high calibre candidates with excellent service.

Pemberton Search maintains a client portfolio covering a range of local and global financial services institutions.  During the past 12 months, we have executed Retained Search assignments within the following areas:

  • Sales and Trading
  • Asset Management
  • Investment Banking
  • Private Equity

Mandates range in seniority from MD to VP level, across Risk, Finance, Front Office, Compliance, Operations, HR, Marketing, Communications and Technology.