Senior Performance Measurement Associate

Job Description SummaryFor over forty years, HarbourVest has been home to a committed team of professionals with an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to deliver impactful solutions to our clients and investing partners. As our global firm grows, we continue to add individuals who seek a collaborative, open-door culture that values diversity and innovative thinking.In our collegial environment that’s marked by low turnover and high energy, you’ll be inspired to grow and thrive. Here, you will be encouraged to build on your strengths and acquire new skills and experiences.We are committed to fostering an environment of inclusion that promotes mutual respect among all employees. Understanding and valuing these differences optimizes the potential of both the individual and the firm.HarbourVest is an equal opportunity employer.This position will be a hybrid work arrangement, which translates to 2-3 days minimum per week in the office.We are seeking a self-motivated Senior Performance Measurement Associate to join the Performance Measurement Group. The candidate will provide portfolio analytics, performance and reporting services for the firm’s private markets investments. This individual will work closely with the department’s internal performance measurement team as well as other departments (Investments, Investor Relations, Accounting, Marketing, Client Reporting, etc.) where vital to provide support to the Firm’s global investment activities.The ideal candidate is someone who is:A skillful process owner, able to supervise business processes and provide mentorship and training to junior staffPassionate about data/reportingAlways looking to improve processesCustomer service orientedAble to thrive in a fast-paced, growing environmentA great teammateWhat you will do:Work with the manager to lead all aspects of quarterly fund performance including review and reconciliation of reports to quarterly automation reporting filesCreate and review quarterly performance datasets such as performance extract and composite track recordsProvide data to internal teams, as neededEnsure data provided for all advertising materials are prepared using approved policies and proceduresDesign and test existing and new technology applications impacting performance dataIdentify and implement process improvements and efficiencies to increase timely and accurate delivery of performance dataAnd other responsibilities as requiredWhat you bring:Experience in performance measurement, ideally in private markets; proven ability to calculate and/or validate calculated returns, fees, performance attribution, and exposure.Experience with private/public benchmarkingExperience with GIPS standards and private wealth market preferredAbility and desire to work independently as well as part of a teamExpert analytical skills and attention to detailHigh level of maturity and ability to prioritize multiple projects with little direct supervisionAbility to manage workload efficiently and concentrate on detailed information in a fast-paced environmentMust demonstrate strong customer service orientation by generating and responding to requests in a timely mannerExcellent communication skills, both written and verbalEducation:Bachelor’s Degree, MBA or Certificate in Investment Performance Management (CIPM) preferred, or equivalent experience in the field.Experience:5-8 Years finance experience in private equity capacity preferred#LI-Hybrid

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