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Analyst-Private Equity

Boston, MA · On-site

$106K - $152K/yr

FM Investments Management (FMIM) is seeking an Analyst - Private Equity to support its growing ... Responsibilities include opportunity screening, due diligence execution, and preparation of senior ...

FM Investments Management (FMIM) is seeking an Analyst - Private Equity to support its growing ... Responsibilities include opportunity screening, due diligence execution, and preparation of senior ...

Private Equity Senior Associate

Los Angeles, CA · Hybrid

$16.25 - $19.50/hr

As Private Equity Senior Associate , you will evaluate and execute acquisitions spanning carve-outs ... What You'll Do Investment Analysis & Evaluation * Screen inbound and proprietary opportunities ...

Private Equity Analyst

Dallas, TX · On-site

$50K - $80K/yr

Private Equity Analyst About the Role We are looking for a highly analytical Private Equity Analyst ... Discreet and professional, comfortable engaging directly with senior principals and external ...

... matching "Private Equity / Senior Associate jobs in Austin, United States" are published.## About This RoleStevenDouglas is exclusively engaged to seek a Senior Associate for a private equity ...

Private Equity Mentor

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$275.52 - $688.80/hr

We connect fund managers, investors, operators, and analysts through real deal flow, institutional frameworks, and curated relationships. Private Equity Mentors are a senior tier within the ecosystem ...

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The Private Equity Analyst will engage broadly in various areas of the private equity industry, including manager and fund diligence for StepStone's advisory practice, as well as diligence ...

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How much do private equity senior analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for private equity senior analyst in the United States is $109,846.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $90,500.00 and $137,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some typical challenges faced by a private equity senior analyst during deal evaluation and execution?

As a Private Equity Senior Analyst, one of the main challenges is managing tight timelines while conducting thorough financial modeling, due diligence, and market analysis on potential investments. You’ll often need to juggle multiple deals simultaneously, requiring strong organizational and prioritization skills. Additionally, collaborating effectively with internal investment teams, external advisors, and portfolio company management is essential to ensure all aspects of a deal are properly vetted before execution. Attention to detail and the ability to communicate complex findings clearly are key to overcoming these challenges.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a private equity senior analyst?

To thrive as a Private Equity Senior Analyst, you need strong financial modeling, valuation expertise, and a background in finance or economics—often supported by a bachelor's degree and experience in investment banking or consulting. Familiarity with tools like Excel, financial databases (e.g., Bloomberg, Capital IQ), and sometimes a CFA certification is valued. Exceptional analytical thinking, attention to detail, and strong communication skills help you effectively evaluate investments and present findings. These competencies are vital for making sound investment decisions and driving successful outcomes in a highly competitive environment.

What is the difference between Private Equity Senior Analyst vs Private Equity Associate?

AspectPrivate Equity Senior AnalystPrivate Equity Associate
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, relevant finance certifications often preferredBachelor's degree, often pursuing or holding CFA or similar certifications
Work EnvironmentHigh-pressure, team-based, focused on financial analysis and due diligenceSimilar environment, with additional client interaction and deal execution responsibilities
Employer & Industry UsagePrivate equity firms, investment funds, asset managementPrivate equity firms, investment banks, consulting firms

The main difference between a Private Equity Senior Analyst and a Private Equity Associate lies in experience level and responsibilities. Senior Analysts typically have more experience and focus on detailed financial analysis and modeling, while Associates often handle deal sourcing, client communication, and support senior team members. Both roles require strong financial skills and industry knowledge, but Senior Analysts usually take on more complex tasks and have a higher level of independence.

What does a private equity senior analyst do?

A Private Equity Senior Analyst is responsible for evaluating investment opportunities, conducting financial modeling, and performing due diligence on potential acquisitions for a private equity firm. They support deal execution, monitor portfolio company performance, and help prepare investment memos and presentations for internal and external stakeholders. Senior Analysts work closely with associates, vice presidents, and partners to drive investment decisions and create value for portfolio companies.
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Infographic showing various Private Equity Senior Analyst job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,846 per year, or $52.8 per hour.

Senior Analyst, Private Equity Operations

Wellington Management

Boston, MA

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 23 days ago


Job description

About Us

Wellington Management offers comprehensive investment management capabilities that span nearly all segments of the global capital markets. Our investment solutions, tailored to the unique return and risk objectives of institutional clients in more than 60 countries, draw on a robust body of proprietary research and a collaborative culture that encourages independent thought and healthy debate. As a private partnership, we believe our ownership structure fosters a long-term view that aligns our perspectives with those of our clients.

About the Role

The Senior Analyst, Private Equity Operations, will be responsible for the execution and management of all operational related activities within the private deal approval process, deal execution/settlement, and lifecycle management (IPO, restriction tracking, corporate actions, & liquidity events). They will play an integral role in the coordination amongst functional groups when material events occur, and oversight of private placement vendors and other outsourced functions. Additionally, the Operations Analyst will direct the enhancement of existing processes, oversee the implementation and enhancement of supporting technology, and maintain relationships with external vendors.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Execute all components of the private equity deal lifecycle, with a primary focus on deal approval and pre/post execution process, lifecycle events, IPO and liquidity exits, and corporate actions
  • Coordinate all aspects of the deal approval & lifecycle management processes directly with private Issuers, as well as internal teams, in particular: internal and external Legal Counsel, Investors, Trading, Fund Services & Business, Valuations, and back-office teams.
  • Analyze legal documentation related to private transactions to operationalize each deal in which we invest, such as: Stock Purchase Agreements, Credit Agreements, Subscription Agreements, Merger Agreements, etc.
  • Track deal covenants, restrictions, and position changes for new and existing deals, especially during security creation and lifecycle events.
  • Coordinate activities when an impactful event has been identified such as IPOs, cleaning of restricted shares, SEC registration, corporate actions, and distributions.
  • Review and resolve discrepancies on reconciliation reports - cash/position/security master - to ensure the investment book of record is in good order daily.
  • Adapt and evolve processes, controls, workflows, and systems to support new private funds and new asset classes.
  • Ensure stakeholders receive consistent, timely and accurate communication for operational events associated with private placements.
  • Support data needs for all functional teams involved in the private process, in particular, for performance and internal/LP reporting

QUALIFICATIONS

  • 4-7 years supporting the end-to-end lifecycle of private equity, real estate, evergreen, and secondaries investments, including experience reviewing private investment legal documents, restriction tracking, corporate actions, trade execution/settlement, and other lifecycle events, with a working knowledge of private fund structures.
  • Have a deep understanding of private equity investment concepts across a range of asset classes, including equity, real estate, evergreen, secondaries, fund of fund, and PIPEs
  • Experience with industry technology and platforms used in supporting private equity & real estate strategies (Dynamo, EDGAR, SEC.gov, IVP, Bellwether, and Geneva)
  • Ability to leverage strong technical skills to improve operational processes, such as SQL, PowerBI, Tableau, Excel macros & AI.
  • Intellectual curiosity with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent organization, attention to detail and time management skills with ability to prioritize work and function with minimal guidance
  • Ability to think critically to challenge the norm and propose new ideas and solutions
  • Effective articulation with written and oral communication skills, including the ability to create compelling presentations using MS PowerPoint

Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? That's ok. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply and welcome a chance to review your background. We are dedicated to building and maintaining a diversified workforce and considering a broad array of candidates with a variety of skill, workplace experiences, and backgrounds.

As an equal opportunity employer, Wellington Management ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, creed, national origin, age, ancestry, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you are a candidate with a disability, or are assisting a candidate with a disability, and require an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please email us at GMWTalentOperations@wellington.com.

At Wellington Management, our approach to compensation is designed to help us attract, inspire and retain the best talent in our industry.We strive to pay employees fairly and competitively across all levels and roles. Our approach to compensation considers all aspects of total compensation; all employees are eligible to receive salary, variable compensation, and benefits. The base salary range for this position is:

no range available

This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered when making compensation decisions, including but not limited to skill sets; role; skills and experience; certifications; and education. This range is an estimate, and further details on salary and total compensation aspects will be shared with candidates during the recruitment process.

Base salaryis only one component of Wellington's total compensation approach. Other rewards may include a discretionary Corporate Bonus and/ or Incentives, if eligible. In addition, we offer a comprehensive and high value benefit package to meet the unique needs of our employees and their families, and we are committed to fostering a flexible work environment that enables employees to thrive personally and professionally. Examples of our benefits include retirement plan, health and wellbeing, dental, vision, and pharmacy coverage, health savings account, flexible spending accounts and commuter program, employee assistance program, life and disability insurance, adoption assistance, back-up childcare, tuition/CFA reimbursement and paid time off (leave of absence,paid holidays, volunteer, sick and vacation time)

We believe that in person interactions inspire and energize our community and are essential to our culture. In support of this commitment, our employees work from our offices 4 days a week with flexibility to work remotely 1 day a week. We believe that this approach ultimately supports our mission to deliver investment excellence to our clients and their beneficiaries over the long term.