Abigail Benham
Manager
UK
- Banking and financial services
- Professional services
- HR
- Associate Director
Abigail’s Recent placements
- Global Head of HR – Sona Asset Management
- VP, Human Resources – CVC Capital
- Senior HR Business Partner – Hg Capital
- Head of Technology Recruitment – SquarePoint Capital
- VP, Employee Relations – T Rowe Price
Abigail leads our permanent financial services division at Frazer Jones, with a team beneath her operating across various levels. Her specialism is supporting mid-senior level HR professionals across asset management, private equity, quantitative trading, investment management, banking and fintech.
She began her HR recruitment career in 2016 and has successfully recruited roles that span the entire HR spectrum including generalist HR, business partnering, learning, development, talent, organisational development, early careers, employee relations and change.
She’s supported several HR appointments scaling newly created people and culture teams for the highest performing boutique buy-side firms, alongside partnering with the largest, most established financial services and fintech organisations in the world on their hunt to find top-tier HR talent. She thrives working collaboratively in “people-first” organisations with the ability to be part of a real journey with an organisation.
Abigail’s testimonials
CHRO | Private equity
“I did want to take this opportunity though to say a heartfelt thank you for your work in finding us our new L&D Manager. I thought you were excellent in identifying a good range of candidates who met the brief, in supporting them and us as a firm through the process and in helping us navigate the final decision and offer stages. You seemed to really grasp what we were looking for and to provide objective advice to both sides. You also went above and beyond in staying involved even during your holiday – which was not expected!”
Investor and Partner | Private equity
“Abigail was fantastic from start to finish. She really took the time to understand both our brief and our culture, investing real effort to get to the heart of what we were looking for. The relationship was personal throughout and the calibre of candidates they introduced was excellent. She really hit the nail on the head, and we would not hesitate to recommend her or Frazer Jones to work with again.”
Global Recruitment Manager | Hedge fund
“Working with Abby has been an absolute pleasure. She knows the market inside and out, which consistently shows in the quality of candidates she presents. I really appreciate that she takes the time to meet candidates in person whenever possible before submitting them, this extra effort ensures a strong fit and gives us added confidence in the process. Her communication is excellent, always keeping us informed and collaborating closely to ensure smooth candidate management throughout the recruitment cycle. Abby is a trusted partner who delivers both professionalism and results, and I would happily recommend her to anyone looking for a top-tier recruiting partner.”
Senior Early Careers Specialist | Hedge fund
“I had the pleasure of working with Abigail, and I can confidently say she is an exceptional recruiter. Her dedication goes beyond the ordinary – she excels in following up, chasing opportunities without applying pressure, and accommodating needs without condemning. Abigail is not just a recruiter; she is a personal cheerleader who fights for the causes she believes in. With her hard work and unwavering belief, she found the perfect fit for me.
I highly recommend Abigail for her outstanding expertise and genuine passion for connecting people with opportunities.”
HR Director | Financial technology
“Abi is an engaging consultant who really spends the time to get to know you as a person and your unique values/strengths. She is also result focused and you can absolutely rely on her to deliver. Highly recommend her!”
Global Head of HR | InsureTech
“It’s the first time I have ever dealt with a recruiter who has been able to quickly understand the needs of the business for the role and support us through the recruitment process to secure such a strong individual for the role.
Abi built credibility and trust with me so quickly and has communicated perfectly throughout the whole process. I know the candidate has also had the most positive experience and this has been the first time that I have genuinely been able to rely on the opinion of the recruiter.
She has been efficient, attentive and we are absolutely delighted with the candidate that we have recruited.
Abi has also provided me with details of her peers who may be able to support me with other non-HR roles going forward and I would approach them purely on the positive experience I have had with Abi.
It is not often that you feel compelled to reach out and give a positive review, but in this instance, I certainly have! Thanks for all your support and help, Abi. It’s very much appreciated.”
Founder and Investor | Boutique private equity
“Abigail was fantastic from start to finish. Abigail really took the time to understand both our brief and our culture, investing real effort to get to the heart of what we were looking for in our newly created role, Head of HR. The relationship was personal throughout and the calibre of candidates she introduced was excellent. She really hit the nail on the head, and we would not hesitate to recommend her or work with her again.”
Talent Acquisition Manager | Insurance
“Abi is nothing short of unbelievable!! I have known Abi since the start of her recruitment journey and she has always been such a courteous, caring individual and taking in every person’s need. I recently called on Abi’s help after sadly need made redundant, she never stopped helping me from sending me numerous job specs to preparing me for that final interview. I cannot recommend Abi highly enough from a client and candidates point of view.”
Talent Acquisition Manager | Financial technology
“I have worked with Abby for a couple of years now and she is fantastic at what she does. A few times I have been stuck in a difficult spot and can’t seem to find the right talent for a particular role – Abby always finds me the best, and always super quickly.
She pays attention to the culture of the organisations and teams that she recruits for which goes a long way in finding candidates that are outstanding and end up being successful in the role.
Abby has also recruited people for my team, she knows exactly what I need without having to ask and always presents me with lots of options. She has found some of the best people that I’ve worked with.
Abby is always my first choice to work with if I need to use an agency, I’d highly recommend her and personally would not work with anyone else!!”