ICG, the global alternative asset manager, today announced the appointment of Mathieu Paillat as Head of France for its European Corporate strategy (“the Strategy”). Mathieu will report to Hadj Djemai, Head of Southern and Northern Europe, and be based in ICG’s Paris office, further strengthening the firm’s presence in one of its key European markets.
In this newly created role at ICG, Mathieu will lead the firm’s European Corporate activities in France, working closely with local management teams and the broader European platform to originate and execute investments, deepen relationships with corporate partners, and support the Strategy’s continued growth.
Mathieu brings extensive experience in the French market and a strong track record in corporate investing and stakeholder engagement. He joins ICG from PAI Partners, where he spent 23 years, most recently as a partner, investment committee member and head of its business services team.
ICG European Corporate partners with high‑quality businesses across Europe to deliver flexible, tailored solutions and support long‑term value creation. Mathieu joins at a time of continued momentum for the Strategy, which has a track record of nearly 40 years, and is currently the largest capital solutions strategy of its nature globally.
Benoît Durteste, CIO and CEO of ICG, commented:
Mathieu’s appointment reflects our long‑term commitment to building a strong, locally‑led European Corporate platform. France is, and always has been, a key market for ICG – and we are delighted to be able to attract someone of Mathieu’s standing to lead our established team as we continue to drive our business forward and take advantage of the attractive opportunities our investment approach offers.
Mathieu Paillat, Head of France for European Corporate, added:
ICG has built a highly differentiated proposition in the European market, both for LPs and for founders and management teams. The firm’s nearly 40-year track record of investing flexibly across the capital structure is reflected in its market leading position today. I look forward to working with colleagues across Europe to support further value creation for our investors.
For further information please contact:
Clare Glynn
Head of Corporate Communications
+44 20 3545 1395
[email protected]
Maisie Le Masurier
Corporate Communications
+44 20 3545 1624
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About ICG
ICG (LSE: ICG) is a global alternative asset manager with $127bn* in AUM and more than three decades of experience generating attractive returns. We operate from over 20 locations globally and invest our clients’ capital across Structured Capital; Private Equity Secondaries; Private Debt; Credit; and Real Assets. Our exceptional people originate differentiated opportunities, invest responsibly, and deliver long-term value. We partner with management teams, founders, and business owners in a creative and solutions-focused approach, supporting them with our expertise and flexible capital. For more information visit our website and follow us on LinkedIn.
*As at 31 December 2025.
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