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Catherine Woodhead
Research Associate - Private Equity
Heidi Templeton
Research Associate - Asset Management
Heidi joined Walker Phillip in August 2023, bringing asset management industry knowledge from her 13-year corporate career at a global Asset Manager.
She maintains close relationships with candidates and clients to gain market insights and ensure a seamless recruitment process. Heidi enjoys using her research, project management and consulting skills to make successful placements.
She lives in Cape Town with her husband and son, and enjoys nature, travelling and family time.
Contact Heidi on: heidi.templeton@walkerphillip.com
Cindy has 17 years of experience in HR and Recruitment, with a strong focus on Financial Services. Her approach is people-centric, and she is committed to building meaningful relationships with both candidates and clients.
Outside of work, she is a dedicated family person, married with two young boys who keep her on her toes. Cindy loves camping and spending time outdoors, making lasting memories with her family and friends.
Contact Cindy on: cindy.campbell@walkerphillip.com
Catherine completed her Business Science Organizational Psychology degree at UCT and has combined her passion for people and business through a career in investment recruitment.
Catherine specifically manages all private markets recruitment, covering private equity, investment holding companies, corporate finance houses, private credit, and VC firms.
When not engaged in all things private markets, Catherine is a keen water sports enthusiast and enjoys spending time with family and friends.
Contact Catherine on: catherine.woodhead@walkerphillip.com
Jess joined in February 2025 after finishing her studies at the University of Cape Town, completing a Postgraduate Degree in Entrepreneurship.
She works closely with Gavin, working to streamline operations, enhance efficiency, and drive growth in the business through strategic projects.
Jess has lived in Cape Town her whole life and enjoys horse riding, travelling and playing tennis.
Contact Jess on: jessica.smuts@walkerphillip.com
Kieran Hyde
Research Associate - Financial Services
Cindy Campbell
Research Associate - Financial Services
Gavin Walker
Managing Director
Our vision is to become the recruitment partner of choice for Asset Managers, Private Equity and Management Consulting firms operating in Africa.
We continually improve our knowledge of the macro and micro economic issues across these regions so that we can act as true advisors to our clients.
Time and again a confidential recruitment partner is proven to deliver high calibre candidates. In a highly competitive talent war, an experienced Recruitment Partner will ensure that your company stands out as an employer of choice to top talent, whilst maintaining credibility and confidentiality for all parties.
We generate exceptionally accurate information on the talent force that enables us to act as true consultants to our clients, ultimately ensuring they hire great people who can deliver significant returns on investment.
Kieran joined us in March 2025 to add capacity to our candidate sourcing strategies. He is dedicated to building meaningful connections and helping clients and candidates thrive in a dynamic market, with a particular focus on breakout roles.
Based in Cape Town, Kieran enjoys diving, hiking, and exploring the outdoors, always seeking new adventures when he's not working on finding his candidates their dream roles.
Contact Kieran on: kieran.hyde@walkerphillip.com
After 10 years as Director of an international search firm living in London and Dubai, Gavin established Walker Phillip in 2016.
Gavin continues to manage his own portfolio of clients who utilise his expertise of labour markets, HR advisory, and discreet professionalism in managing confidential appointments.
He lives in Cape Town with his wife and two children, and is a keen rugby fan and self-appointed braai master!
Contact Gavin on: gavin.walker@walkerphillip.com
Our Vision
Jessica Smuts
Business Assistant & Research Associate