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Dominic Freud led a distinguished 30-year finance career in New York and London, serving as a leader within major global institutions. He then co-founded and led an executive search firm specializing in financial services for 10 years. Having a true insider’s perspective on the leadership requirements of organizations across the financial spectrum, he is a trusted partner to clients in the sector.
Professional Focus
- 10 years’ experience in executive search with 30 years in financial services including senior leadership roles
- Extensive expertise in financial services including asset management, equities, fixed income, investment banking, portfolio management, hedge funds, private equity and other areas
- Strong track record of appointments to senior management roles in asset management, equity sales and trading, and investor relations
- Substantial business background, including launching and building new overseas business units
Business Expertise
- Co-Founder and Managing Partner of a boutique international executive search firm focused on financial services
- Chief Strategic Officer at Pearl Brook Capital Management
- Senior Portfolio Manager at Oppenheimer Funds; started and led international value strategy
- Head of International Investments at SLS Capital
- Head of International Equity Sales at Societe Generale
- Senior Equity Sales at Paribas; started European equity sales desk in New York
- Head of European Equity Sales in the US at Sheppards & Chase, New York
- Specialist Equity Sales at James Capel and Company, London
- Started career as Equity Research Analyst at Sheppards & Chase, London
Additional Expertise
- Banking & Capital Markets
- Investment Banking
- Private Equity
Areas of Expertise
Education & Certifications
- Educated at Westminster School and Oxford University
Affiliations & Awards
- Chairman, The Freud Foundation
- Chairman, Audit Committee and Board Member, Sheltering Arms
Case Studies
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From Gap to Growth: Recruiting the Top Performer for Asset Management Excellence
Through strategic recruitment tactics, a prominent asset management firm addressed a significant gap in a high alpha potential category by recruiting top decile performers, successfully filling the void while also achieving remarkable growth.
Fiduciary Oversight Strengthened: Independent Board Director Enhances Pension Fund Governance
Boyden identifies a highly credentialed investment professional to join the board of a $10B+ pension fund, reinforcing strategic oversight and fiduciary leadership.
Scaling Legal Capability in Global Markets
Boyden partnered with a leading sovereign wealth fund to place a senior lawyer for UK and European investments, strengthening governance, risk management, and long-term growth.
Thought Leadership
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Survey
Compensation and Work Survey of the Asset Management Industry
Gain valuable insights into the current state of compensation and work in the asset management industry with Boyden's in-depth survey.
Blog
Modern Budgeting: Why CFOs Must Balance AI and Human Insight
As the 2026 budgeting cycle begins, CFOs must modernize financial planning by integrating AI with robust data governance that empowers their teams to enhance accuracy, speed, and strategic decision-making without replacing human judgment.
Boyden Report Series
Fintech: The democratising effect of digital money
Financial Services Trends Report: A snapshot of fintech-led innovation, connectivity and transformation in financial services, with expert insights on talent and leadership.
Boyden Report Series
Global Banking and Capital Markets in a New World Order
Financial Services Trends Report: A snapshot of the key orientation points for leadership through multiple complexities in the new world order, with expert insights on talent and leadership.
Media
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Why Grit Is Killing Your High Performers And What Elite Teams Do Instead | Dr. Amy Athey
Podcast
Executive Search Insights: How CPG & Retail Companies Find the Right Leaders
Podcast
Boyden CEO Chad Hesters Joins Dr. Amy Athey on the Still Evolving Podcast
Podcast
Boyden CEO Chad Hesters Joins Candice Bourne on 'The Journey of a Search CEO' Podcast
Podcast
News & Events
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Event
How Boards Select New Directors - A BlueSteps Webinar featuring Boyden's Karen Kosiba Edwards
In the Media
The $400,000 Chief of Staff Is the CEO’s Secret Weapon in the AI Age
As CEOs navigate the growing complexity of the AI era, demand for chiefs of staff is surging as organizations seek trusted strategic advisors who can help leaders prioritize, execute, and solve critical business challenges.
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