Hamilton Bradshaw UK & Europe

Hamilton Bradshaw is a private equity firm headquartered in London, founded in 2003 by James Caan CBE — renowned entrepreneur, philanthropist, former Dragon’s Den investor, and founder of the James Caan Foundation. We specialise in investments across the recruitment, real estate, and professional services sectors, providing strategic advice, operational expertise, and hands-on management support. Our focus includes buyouts, venture capital, turnarounds, and early-stage investments, with a strong track record of scaling ambitious businesses. Hamilton Bradshaw was created with a mission to be the UK’s leading partner for entrepreneurial talent. We back exceptional individuals with the capital, guidance, and time they need to build outstanding companies — empowering the next generation of leaders in recruitment, real estate, and professional services. If you're looking to grow or build a business in any of these sectors — we'd love to hear from you.