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Jérôme Bichut
Partner, Canada and United States
Jérôme Bichut is a seasoned financial executive with over 30 years' experience in the financial markets as a portfolio manager and managing director with several leading Canadian pension funds. He has also carried out consulting assignments for corporations and asset management companies. In 2022, Jérôme joined the international recruitment firm Boyden, drawing on his in-depth knowledge of the asset management market.
Professional Focus
- Over 30 years’ experience in financial services and consulting, including executive roles
- In-depth expertise in asset management, portfolio management, global asset allocation, pension funds, auditing, behavioral finance and risk management
- Corporate strategy development for listed firms and startups seeking institutional investors and reference shareholders
- Bilingual English and French
Business Expertise
- Founder and President of Select Consultation, an asset management consulting firm in Montreal, Canada
- Assistant Professor at HEC Montreal, graduate business school of the University of Montreal
- Managing Director at PSP Investments, a leading pension fund based in Montreal; earlier roles included Senior Portfolio Manager - Vice President and Portfolio Manager
- Portfolio Manager, International Equities at Caisse de Dépôt et Placement du Québec (CDPQ), a leading pension fund based in Montreal
- Started career as an Economist and Financial Analyst at Ecofi Investissements, Paris area
Additional Expertise
- Financial Services
- Financial Consulting
- Asset Management
- Investment Banking
Areas of Expertise
Education & Certifications
- Master of Science in Economics from Paris Pantheon Sorbonne University
- Chartered Financial Analyst, CFA Institute
Affiliations & Awards
- Board Member, Audit Committee President and Appointment and Compensation Committee Member, Claranova, France (2020)
- Board Member, Investment Committee Member and Audit Committee Member, Korian, France (2016-2017)
- Board Member, CFA Montreal Society (2015-2018)
Case Studies
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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.
Strengthening Valuation Leadership for a Leading Private Credit Manager
Boyden partners with a leading private credit and alternative investment manager to appoint a Head of Valuation, strengthening governance, regulatory oversight, and valuation excellence across a complex credit portfolio.
Driving Liquidity Strategy Leadership for a Transforming Private Credit Platform
Boyden partners with a leading private credit asset manager to appoint a Director of Fund Liquidity to support complex global fund structures and evolving investor demands.
Thought Leadership
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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.
Blog
Navigating the Executive Talent Paradox: Strategies for Differentiation
Explore the challenges and opportunities organizations face in aligning talent with strategic objectives to drive growth and success
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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In the Media
Canadian Recruitment Trends and Use of AI
Forbes named Boyden Canada the No. 5 executive recruiting firm in its 2026 rankings. Regional Managing Partner Brent Cameron highlighted the importance of human judgment, trust, and relationships in executive search, despite the growing use of AI.
Press Release
Calgary Co-op Proudly Announces New CEO
Boyden is pleased to share the appointment news of Andrew Clarke, a recruitment co-led by Catherine Van Alstine, Ron Burkholder, Nicole Bendaly, Glenn Eberth and Mackenzie Jones
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