Landing Point, a leading recruiting firm specializing in alternative asset management, is excited to announce the acquisition of Roots Recruiting, a boutique executive search firm focused on legal and compliance functions within the asset management industry. With this acquisition, Landing Point is opening an office in California and launching a new Legal & Compliance division to broaden its service offerings to clients in the hedge fund, private equity, venture fund, and proprietary trading spaces, among others. Steve Shapiro, Founder of Roots Recruiting, will join Landing Point as a Partner as part of the acquisition, bringing his extensive expertise in legal and compliance recruiting to the team.
Steve Shapiro has over 19 years of recruiting experience, primarily specializing in legal and compliance roles that include high-profile placements such as Chief Compliance Officers and General Counsels for multi-strategy hedge funds, private equity funds, and other prominent asset managers. His deep industry knowledge and specialized network align perfectly with Landing Point’s goal of providing unparalleled recruiting services to the alternative asset management industry.
“We’re thrilled to welcome Steve and his team to Landing Point,” said Andy Boccio, CEO of Landing Point. “This acquisition is a natural extension of our expertise in asset management recruiting, and Steve’s deep experience in legal and compliance placements will significantly enhance the value we deliver to our clients. The synergies between our teams will enable us to offer an even more comprehensive solution to our growing client base.”
Steve Shapiro expressed his enthusiasm for joining Landing Point: “The decision to integrate Roots Recruiting into Landing Point was a strategic one. We share the same values of providing exceptional client service and building long-term partnerships. I’m excited to work with the entire Landing Point team to grow the Legal & Compliance division and continue delivering top talent to the asset management industry.”
The new Legal & Compliance division will focus on recruiting all levels of legal and compliance professionals, from Chief Compliance Officers and General Counsels to Legal Analysts and Compliance Specialists. The division will also expand its footprint across key locations, including New York, Boston, California, Chicago, and other major financial hubs.