
Hg
Hg is a leading investor in European and transatlantic software and services businesses, focused on building enduring leaders that transform how people work.
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Hg is a leading investor in software and services, headquartered in the UK with offices across Europe and North America. They specialize in backing businesses that are transforming the workplace through digitization, automation, and cloud-based technologies. Hg has a strong track record of building enduring enterprises by providing specialist operational support, access to a network of talent and knowledge, and long-term investment partnerships. They have a current portfolio of over 50 businesses, worth $150 billion+ aggregate enterprise value, with around 115,000 employees globally.
Hg's investment focus spans a range of sectors, including ERP & Payroll, Tax & Accounting, Legal & Regulatory Compliance, FinTech, Healthcare IT, Automation & Engineering, Tech Services, and Insurance. Their commitment to responsible investing is reflected in their Sustainable Business framework and their support for the UN Principles for Responsible Investment. Hg believes in building businesses that are not only financially successful but also make a positive impact on society and the environment.
Flexibility
Hg offers employees a variety of flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working, which allows employees to split their time between the office and working remotely, as well as remote working, which allows employees to work from anywhere for up to 30 days per year. This flexibility allows employees to find the right balance between their work and personal lives.
Benefits
Hg offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees' well-being and career growth. These benefits include comprehensive medical coverage with instant access to GPs, a development allowance for professional growth, six months of fully paid parental leave for all employees, hybrid and remote working options, and a generous 30 days of paid annual leave.
Mission
Hg is a leading investor in software and services businesses, focused on building enduring champions that transform how people work. Their mission is to partner with entrepreneurial leaders to scale businesses and create a lasting legacy, accelerating progress and enabling transformation through specialist operational support and access to a network of talent and knowledge. They strive to build sustainable businesses that are great employers and good corporate citizens, while advancing digitization trends set to revolutionize the workplace for decades to come.
Culture
Hg promotes a culture that is described as more akin to a tech company than a traditional private equity firm. It values collaboration, entrepreneurship, curiosity, and success, fostering an environment where individuals can thrive and bring their whole selves to work. Hg emphasizes a supportive and positive working environment, offering opportunities for growth and development, and believes in empowering employees to take control of their own career paths.
DE&I
Hg is committed to fostering a fully inclusive culture and environment where all diversity is welcomed, encouraged, and celebrated. They believe that having a diverse workforce deepens their talent pool and brings a wider range of perspectives, which is essential for their success in the competitive tech investment sector. Hg actively works to remove educational barriers to encourage a greater diversity of entrants into tech careers and has committed $25 million to this initiative. They also strive to cultivate an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued and respected, believing that this ultimately drives better outcomes for their investments and, in turn, their investors.
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