Head - Research - Private Markets

Key Responsibilities:

Research Leadership & Strategy:

- Establish and lead the research agenda for the firm across private markets and global alternatives.

- Define and implement frameworks for evaluating funds, deals, managers, and themes.

- Build differentiated thought leadership to position the company as an authority in private markets investing.

Market & Thematic Research:

- Track and analyze macroeconomic, sectoral, and regulatory trends impacting private markets.

- Develop thematic and sectoral reports (e.g., technology, healthcare, consumer, infra, ESG) to guide investment sourcing and client education.

- Identify emerging global and regional investment trends to shape product pipeline.

Manager & Deal Evaluation:

- Lead diligence on GPs, funds, secondaries, and co-investment opportunities.

- Create detailed investment notes, risk assessments, and benchmarking analysis.

- Oversee database and proprietary frameworks for manager evaluation.

Client & Internal Engagement:

- Partner with product, distribution, and investment teams to translate research into actionable opportunities.

- Present research insights to clients, family offices, and wealth partners via webinars, roundtables, and reports.

- Provide ongoing updates and thought pieces to drive client engagement and education.

Team Development:

- Build and manage a high-performing research team with domain expertise.

- Mentor analysts and associates, fostering analytical excellence and innovative research practices.

- Collaborate with technology teams to integrate research with data, analytics, and digital platforms.

Key Requirements:

- Experience: 12-18 years in investment research, strategy, or advisory, preferably within private markets, private equity, venture capital, or alternatives.

- Domain Expertise: Strong knowledge of private equity/VC funds, secondaries, co-investments, and private credit.

Skills:

- Proven ability to lead research agendas and publish high-impact thought leadership.

- Strong analytical and quantitative skills with exposure to portfolio modeling and benchmarking.

- Excellent communication and presentation skills with ability to influence clients and stakeholders.

- Education: MBA, CFA, CAIA, or equivalent advanced finance qualification preferred.