Specialist Recruitment for
Professional & Financial Services

Connecting exceptional talent with leading organisations across global financial hubs. Your trusted partner in building high-performing teams through expert headhunting and technical evaluation.

Our Services

We specialise in executive recruitment across the Professional and Financial Services sector, delivering tailored talent solutions to global organisations.

Executive Search

Targeted headhunting for senior leadership and C-suite roles within financial services, professional services, and investment management firms.

Professional Placement

Matching qualified professionals with opportunities in US Tax, Assurance, Consulting, and Investment Management across global jurisdictions.

Global Mobility

Facilitating international placements across the Caribbean, Middle East, Europe, Oceania, and Asia with comprehensive relocation support.

Strategic Advisory

Partnering with organisations on workforce planning, talent mapping, and market intelligence to build competitive advantage through people.

Financial Services Focus

Deep sector expertise across insurance, reinsurance, fund administration, private equity, hedge funds, and wealth management.

Technical Assessment

Every candidate is interviewed by a technical specialist, ensuring cultural and competency alignment before client introduction.

About Us

A leadership team with Big Four pedigree and global financial services expertise.

HA Global Talent was founded to bridge the gap between world-class professional talent and the organisations that need them most. Our leadership team brings decades of experience from the Big Four and global consulting, with deep networks spanning every major financial jurisdiction. We understand the technical demands of the roles we recruit for because we have lived them.

Hariharan Alagan

Founder & Managing Director
Global

Experienced professional services leader and the driving force behind HA Global Talent. Combines technical expertise with a global network to deliver exceptional recruitment outcomes.

Partner — Sydney

Business Strategist & Consultant
Sydney, Australia

Former Big Four Partner with extensive experience in business strategy and transformation across the Asia-Pacific financial services market.

Partner — London

Business Strategist & Consultant
London, UK

Former Big Four Partner bringing deep expertise in European and Middle Eastern financial services markets, with a focus on strategic consulting and advisory.

Where We Work

Placing talent across the world's most dynamic financial jurisdictions and professional services hubs.

Caribbean

Bermuda, Cayman Islands, Bahamas, BVI, Barbados & wider region

Middle East

Dubai, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain & key financial centres

Europe

Malta, Luxembourg, Channel Islands, Ireland & select markets

Oceania

Australia, New Zealand & Pacific region financial hubs

Asia

Singapore, Hong Kong, Japan & emerging Asian markets

Our Approach

A rigorous, specialist-led recruitment process that delivers the right talent, every time.

Headhunting with Technical Rigour

We don't simply match CVs to job descriptions. Our approach is built on proactive headhunting combined with deep technical evaluation. Every candidate is assessed and interviewed by a specialist who understands the technical demands of the role.

This means our clients receive shortlists of candidates who are not only qualified on paper but have been tested on the competencies that matter most — whether that's US tax compliance, IFRS assurance, investment management operations, or strategic consulting.

Our partners' Big Four background means we speak the language of the industries we recruit for. We know the difference between a good candidate and the right candidate.

1

Targeted Headhunting

We proactively identify and approach top-tier professionals through our global network, not job boards.

2

Technical Specialist Interview

Every candidate is assessed by a subject-matter expert who evaluates technical depth and practical capability.

3

Cultural & Strategic Fit

Beyond technical skills, we assess alignment with your organisation's culture, values, and strategic direction.

4

Curated Shortlist

Clients receive a focused shortlist of pre-vetted, interview-ready candidates, saving time and ensuring quality.

Core Areas of Recruitment

Deep specialisation across the disciplines that drive the financial and professional services sector.

US Tax

Federal and state tax compliance, international tax planning, FATCA, and cross-border tax advisory roles for financial institutions and professional firms.

Assurance & Financial Services

Audit and assurance professionals specialising in financial services, including banking, insurance, fund administration, and regulatory compliance.

Investment Management

Portfolio management, fund accounting, private equity operations, hedge fund administration, and wealth management professionals.

Consulting

Strategy, management, and technology consulting professionals with expertise in financial services transformation and operational excellence.

Ready to Find Exceptional Talent?

Whether you're seeking top-tier professionals or exploring your next career move, our global network and specialist expertise can help you achieve your goals.