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Variner was a real pleasure to work with. Nick and Derek take the time to get to know candidates and work with them closely throughout the process.

— Mid-Market Banking

Nick at Variner was an incredible help in my job search. He listened to what I was looking for in the next step in my career, connected me to a company that fit great, and assisted me throughout the interview process through my first day on the job. I highly recommend him and Variner as investment and M&A recruiters.

— Analyst, Mid-Market Private Equity

Working with Nick was seamless from start to finish. He guided me effectively throughout the process and I never once felt pressured into making a decision that didn't align with my long term goals. I would definitely work with him again if the opportunity presented itself.

— Analyst, Mid-Market Mezzanine

I have had an excellent recruiting experience with Nick from Variner. His deep industry knowledge and understanding of finance differentiates himself from other recruiters who merely latch on to buzzwords and whom do not truly understand what firms are looking for. Nick also has a strong relationship with clients which enables him to provide surprisingly in-depth insight into the firm and position. He also is very transparent in that he openly talks about the advantages and the disadvantages of the job opportunities. However, I would say that I am most impressed with his long-term focus on candidates. Instead of focusing on placing candidates immediately in the short-term, he also focuses on fully understanding the candidate’s background and on retaining a relationship over years, allowing him to show more relevant and better opportunities.

— Analyst, Leverage Finance

I want to make a plug for Nick who was really great to work with and an impressive individual.

— Associate, Private Equity

The Variner team guided me towards an effective and painless recruiting experience. They have a sincere interest in your success as a candidate, spending ample time understanding your interests and abilities. They also have close relationships with the firms that they represent, and their knowledge and understanding of both the candidate and hiring firm creates a great opportunity to find the right fit.

— Analyst, Bulge Bracket Investment Bank

After speaking with many of the top recruiting firms, Variner stood out in that they took a keen interest in getting to know who I was and what I was searching for in my next role. With cultural fit being one of the key aspects I was looking for, this personal connection was especially important and made all the difference.

— Analyst, Bulge Bracket Investment Bank

Nick / Variner worked closely with me through every step of the career search process and helped me discover the perfect opportunity. I can't think of any other recruiter that I would trust more to help with something as important as finding the next step in my career.

— Associate, Corporate Development

The team at Variner was a valuable resource throughout the recruitment process. From our initial introduction through my acceptance of an offer, Nick and Derek provided regular dialogue to keep me current on relevant opportunities, as well as my status in ongoing processes. The debriefs and constructive feedback they offered were instrumental to success in navigating private equity recruitment.

— Associate, Mid-Market Investment Bank

I had the privilege of working with Nick and his team for nearly two months. My experience was professional yet personal, which I believe is crucial to building a trustworthy relationship with somebody in his role. He was always reachable and timely with responses. Variner's values will serve them well as they continue to build a strong reputation in the industry. 

— Associate, Mid-Market Investment Bank

Working with Variner was a truly enjoyable experience. In addition to having deep knowledge of its client base, Variner takes a personal approach to the recruiting process; for Variner, the main goal isn’t just filling a position, it’s about listening and finding the best fit for both client and candidate. I would highly recommend Variner to any interested professional.

— Associate, Corporate Development

Nick is hands-down the best recruiter I've worked with, not because he has shown me great opportunities (which he has) but because has taken the time to get to know me as a person and understand my decision process holistically (career, location, personal aspects, etc). As a result, working with him on an opportunity is as much about hearing his advice as it is learning about the role. Furthermore, Nick has followed my career and kept in touch with me since I was a banking analyst, which no other recruiter has done. I've been fortunate enough to be in good roles where I wasn't necessarily looking to leave. But because of the relationship we've developed, when he calls with an opportunity, I know he's got my best interests in mind so I am always ready to learn more.

— Associate, Mezzanine

Nick is an expert on banking, private equity, and corporate development roles but I think what really differentiates him is that he takes the time to really learn your interests and career goals and only presents you with opportunities that fit. This is unlike any other recruiter I have worked with and I look forward to working with him again in the future.

— Associate, Boutique Investment Bank

Variner was awesome to work with. They went well beyond what’s expected of a recruiter to support me through the entire application and interview process. They definitely had my career goals and role expectations in mind when trying to find the perfect position for my next move from consulting.

— Associate, Strategy Consulting

Variner played a crucial role in helping me get my dream role at a great company in a new city. Variner's hard work and dedication led to a successful engagement for both me and my new company. Not only did Variner help me find the role, they worked with me between interviews to provide feedback and ensured that I was paid a fair, market rate at the end of the interview process. I highly recommend Variner to any candidate looking for their next challenge and any company looking to find their next rock star.

— Associate, Strategy Consulting

Variner played a crucial role in helping me get my dream role at a great company in a new city. Variner's hard work and dedication led to a successful engagement for both me and my new company. Not only did Variner help me find the role, they worked with me between interviews to provide feedback and ensured that I was paid a fair, market rate at the end of the interview process. I highly recommend Variner to any candidate looking for their next challenge and any company looking to find their next rock star.

— Associate, Strategy Consulting

Working with Variner was a great experience. Variner was responsive, straightforward and provided valuable preparation insights based on knowledge of the interviewers and their styles. I also appreciated their willingness to jump on the phone at any hour to discuss whatever was on my mind.

— Associate, Mid-Market Investment Bank

Nick and the Variner team were first class from beginning to end - professional, responsive and most importantly truthful about the job opportunity, potential fit, and process. Their knowledge of the client industry, the portfolio company I joined, and the relationship with their client clearly differentiated them from any other recruiter I had ever spoken to. I believe their relationship with their clients significantly enhances the experience for someone looking for a new opportunity.

— VP Finance & Strategy, Mid-Market Portfolio Company

I really enjoyed working with Variner throughout my search. They worked with me through the introductory and interview processes on a much closer and more personal level than other recruiters I’ve had experience with and helped identify a great fit for the next step in my career. I certainly recommend Variner in the buyside recruiting process.

— Analyst, Premier Boutique Investment Bank