Cardea Group

Staffing and RecruitingNew York, United States11-50 Employees

Cardea Group is a boutique executive search and recruitment firm specializing in legal and compliance talent within the alternative asset management industry. We partner with hedge funds, private equity firms, private credit platforms, venture capital firms, family offices, and institutional investment managers to recruit professionals who help firms navigate growth, regulatory complexity, and institutional evolution.

Our work spans both senior leadership and specialized legal and compliance roles, including General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer, Deputy Chief Compliance Officer, compliance officers, compliance analysts, legal counsel, paralegals, and legal assistants. With deep market insight and a relationship-driven approach, we help investment management firms identify professionals who combine technical expertise with sound judgment and the ability to operate effectively in lean, high-performing environments.

Founded in 2009, Cardea Group was established to restore integrity and meaningful value to the recruitment process during one of the most uncertain periods in modern financial history. From the beginning, our mission has been to elevate the hiring experience for both clients and candidates through transparency, thoughtful search strategy, and long-term partnership.

Today, Cardea Group is recognized as a trusted search partner across the alternative investment community, helping firms build legal and compliance teams that support growth, manage risk, and strengthen organizational resilience.

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