PE SEARCH. THESIS TO EXIT
The search firm that thinks like your operating partner.
Celebrating our 5th year of nomination

For over 25 years, The Lancer Group has been the retained search partner for PE firms investing in SaaS and technology. We find leaders who can execute your thesis — from pre-deal through exit.
In a market being reshaped by AI, we help you hire leaders who can navigate complexity and drive transformative growth.
A proven process for private equity
Ready to build your leadership team?
From pre-deal talent intelligence to C-suite and board recruitment, The Lancer Group specializes in retained executive search for private equity firms and their SaaS and technology portfolio companies.
Talent we’ve placed
Our extraordinary track record in private equity recruitment has placed thousands of executives within portfolio companies. Discover some of our latest successes.
Insights

Minitab Appoints Kevin Gordon as AI-First CTO to Support AI, Data Platform, and Analytics Growth

CFO Executive Search: Lancer Group Recruits Finance Leader Matt Smolko for LifeSpeak in a Take Private by Beedie Capital and New Private Equity (NPE)

Strategic Board Recruitment: The Lancer Group Places Paul J. Hennessy on Liquidity Services Board

Shortlisted Again: The Lancer Group Named as Finalist for Excellence in Innovation at the Professional Services Management Excellence Awards 2026

5 Questions with Marilyn Buehler: On Private Equity, Recruiting, and Life in San Diego

Excellence in Executive Recruitment for SaaS Companies: Shortlisted for the Professional Services Management Excellence Awards 2025:
Our team
The right talent can make or break an investment.
With over 25 years of experience advising private equity firms and their portfolio companies, every search we complete is underpinned by the full power of our executive recruitment team.










