Associate, Primary

Overview

In this role you evaluate fund investment opportunities across Private Equity, Growth Equity and Venture Capital to support HarbourVest’s investment decisions. You’ll conduct due diligence, build performance analytics, and present opportunities to the global Investment Committee, collaborating with managers and internal teams to drive rigorous, evidence-based recommendations. The position sits in the EMEA Primary Investment Group in London, offering a hybrid work arrangement and opportunities to shape investment theses and client-facing materials. This is a growth role in a dynamic, inclusive culture focused on high-impact investing.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid work arrangement
• remote workdays per quarter
• London-based role
• full-time employment
• equal opportunity employer
• inclusive culture

Responsibilities

• Perform due diligence on PE, Growth Equity and VC managers and fund opportunities, including benchmarking analyses and reference calls
• Source and evaluate new fund opportunities in PE, Growth Equity and VC
• Develop investment theses and present findings to senior professionals
• Prepare diligence materials and present opportunities to HarbourVest's global Investment Committee
• Complete internal and client-facing projects, including industry research and market updates
• Prepare materials for HarbourVest's Annual Meeting and other client meetings
• Monitor primary fund investments via annual meetings, quarterly/annual reports, and portfolio update calls
• Build and enhance relationships with fund managers
• Facilitate early assessment of direct equity, credit and secondary opportunities
• Expand personal network and knowledge through ongoing engagement with HarbourVest professionals

Key requirements

• 2-3 years of professional experience in private equity, asset management, manager research, investment consulting, investment banking or related financial services
• Strong analytical reasoning with ability to synthesize recommendations
• Strong quantitative skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint)
• Knowledge of private equity markets and financial fundamentals
• Proven leadership skills and ability to work both independently and in teams
• Ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated interest in Primary fund investing

• Analytical thinking
• Communication skills
• Relationship-building
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Private equity market knowledge

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