Salary benchmarks and hiring insights shaping private equity talent strategies across the UK
Cedar’s 2026 PE Salary Guide provides a detailed view of compensation trends and talent dynamics across large-cap, mid-market, and growth capital firms in the UK. Built on real placement data and deep sector expertise, it highlights how hiring strategies are evolving as firms focus on exits, transformation, and value creation.
In a market defined by rising competition for senior talent and a structural shortage of proven leaders, this guide equips you with the insight needed to benchmark effectively, refine your hiring strategy, and secure high-impact leadership.
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What's inside the Salary Guide
“The competition for talent in private equity is fierce. With a shrinking pool of senior candidates, firms that want to succeed will need to be strategic in how they approach talent acquisition.”
– Chris Morrison, Group Managing Director
The PE talent market is more competitive, more selective, and more complex. Make informed decisions backed by analysis.
Ready to Compete for PE Talent in 2026? Equip yourself with the insight you need to secure the leadership that drives value.