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Our research establishes consistent reliable data so that we can track representation across European private equity.

Data

Level 20’s data set of over 20,000 investment professionals currently spans 15 European countries across 13 chapters. This data set will continue to grow as we expand to cover 20 countries in our 2026 European data research report.

See below for Level 20’s reports on family leave and the representation of women in investment teams.

Insight

Industry trends identified through research and focus group feedback from women working in investment roles deliver valuable insight. This allows us to offer actionable guidance to help firms create more inclusive environments and drive change.

See below for Level 20’s reports researching the perspectives of women in the industry.

Benchmarking

Our industry-leading benchmarking toolkits and discussion frameworks support members and sponsors to compare their own investment teams with their peers by country, AUM banding and strategy (PE or VC). Note: We collect and analyse data on all investment professionals at multi-strategy firms (including private credit, infrastructure and real estate). Extensive sampling ensures any observed trends are at firm level rather than strategy level.

European comparison tool

UK comparison tool

Industry engagement

Level 20 convenes the industry, collaborating with firms in our sponsor network to share insights from our research and develop tools to support talent. We also share our data and insight at industry events and conferences and it is regularly referenced in industry media.