Odyssey Search

Odyssey Search Partners is a premier retained executive search firm founded in 2010 and led by Adam Kahn and Anthony Keizner. Based in New York, they specialize in placing investment, investor relations, and capital markets professionals across the alternative investment industry. The firm combines the art and science of search to deliver exceptional recruitment results for their clients.

Odyssey Search Partners operates as a boutique executive search firm that focuses exclusively on the investment management industry. Founded in 2010, the firm has built its reputation by specializing in placing professionals in private equity, hedge funds, family offices, and credit sectors. Their expertise spans all levels of recruitment, from pre-MBA hires to Partners and Portfolio managers, with diversity being a key consideration in every search.

The firm's approach combines both art and science in their recruitment methodology. On the art side, they leverage the intuition gained from interviewing over 1,000 people annually, enabling them to see beyond resumes and become expert matchmakers. Their goal is not just to provide candidates for interviews, but to find the person clients will actually hire. On the science side, they systematically track industry talent by mapping relevant organizations and utilizing cutting-edge technology and resources to understand clients' distinct investment strategies and cultures.

With 18 full-time professionals, Odyssey has completed over 1,500 placements across 20 cities in the United States, with plans for global expansion. They operate with a highly analytical and consultative approach, functioning more as brand ambassadors than traditional talent scouts. The firm positions itself as a long-term partner rather than a vendor, operating with the same focus and commitment as an internal recruiter.

For candidates, Odyssey follows what they call the 'Golden Rule of Recruitment' - treating candidates as they would like to be treated. They focus on long-term professional trajectories rather than just immediate job moves, serving as career advisors who aim to secure positions that will grow candidates' skill sets and foster career progression for years to come. The firm also produces regular compensation reports and industry insights, including newsletters covering topics such as hiring trends, compensation implications, and remote work policies in the investment management sector.