Investment Analyst - Private Equity

About Us

Founded in 1988, Hirtle & Co. operates as a dedicated independent investment office serving non-profits and philanthropic families. Our mission centers on empowering institutions and families to positively impact society through customized global investment strategies spanning public and private markets. We approach our clients' goals with a personal commitment, holding ourselves accountable as if we were part of their internal investment teams.

Role Overview

We are seeking an Investment Analyst to join our private equity team. The team focuses on selecting, conducting due diligence, and monitoring private equity and venture capital managers. In this capacity, you will contribute independently and collaboratively toward helping clients meet their financial targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess diverse private equity and venture capital investment prospects.
• Serve as the primary liaison during due diligence and ongoing portfolio oversight, regularly engaging with managers.
• Perform detailed analyses to support team evaluations of investment opportunities.
• Prepare comprehensive documentation such as investment proposals for presentation to the investment committee.
• Present evaluations of managers to both the investment committee and the broader firm.

Work Environment

You will work closely with senior private equity team members throughout all phases from sourcing to manager approval and represent the firm in engagements with current and prospective private equity and venture capital partners. Your contributions will directly influence the team’s investment decisions.

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 1-3 years of relevant professional experience excluding internships.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Comfort and skill in using programming tools such as Python or SQL to aid investment analysis and streamline processes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication capabilities.
• Deep enthusiasm for the investment industry, focusing on private equity.
• CFA candidates or individuals interested in pursuing CFA certification are especially encouraged.

Application Requirements and Procedures

Selected candidates will be requested to submit educational transcripts (undergraduate and, if applicable, graduate), a writing sample evidencing analytical and communication skills, and standardized test scores (SAT, ACT, GMAT, GRE, or equivalent, if available). All information will be handled with strict confidentiality and used solely for employment considerations.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Hirtle & Co. values diversity and inclusion, actively fostering an environment where differences are celebrated and supported to benefit both clients and employees. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing fair employment regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or legally protected characteristics. Applicants requiring accommodations should notify us accordingly.

Additional Information

Please note that recruitment agencies are not to be contacted for this opportunity.