Associate, Performance Measurement
HarbourVest Partners · Boston, MA · 2 wk ago
HybridOTHR$95k–$105k/yrFull-time
About the role
The Performance Measurement Group seeks a self-motivated Associate to support performance data governance, automation, operational improvement, calculation engine initiatives, and other strategic transformation projects. This individual will provide performance data, analytics, validation, and reporting support for the firm’s private markets investments. The role will work closely with Performance Measurement, Investments, Investor Relations, IT, Accounting, Marketing, Client Reporting, and other teams to support the firm’s global investment activities.
Responsibilities
- Support the Performance Data Owner in stewarding performance data definitions, quality standards, controls, documentation, and issue resolution
- Aid with performance calculation engine implementation and enhancement, including requirements, methodology validation, testing, and production support
- Perform data validation and exception management to identify missing data, outliers, reconciliation breaks, and methodology inconsistencies
- Maintain documentation for performance methodologies, calculation logic, data lineage, process flows, and controls
- Design and test of existing and new technology applications impacting performance data
- Identify and implement process improvements and efficiencies to increase timely and accurate delivery of performance data
Requirements
- Analytical, organized, and a creative problem-solver
- Passionate about data, technology, financial markets, and performance measurement
- Diligent with strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Able to manage several priorities and meet deadlines with limited direct supervision
- Comfortable working in a constantly evolving, growing, and transformation-focused environment
- Collaborative and able to build effective relationships across business and technology teams
- Focused on process automation, improving operational efficiency, data quality, and strong controls
Qualifications
- Experience in performance measurement, data analytics, or financial operations, ideally in private markets
- Experience supporting automation, system improvements, UAT, data validation, or transformation initiatives
- Strong understanding of data quality, controls, documentation, and governance practices
- Experience with private/public benchmarking, composite performance, and performance reporting preferred
- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to identify root causes of data issues
- Technical proficiency in Excel; exposure to SQL, Python, Power BI, and Snowflake preferred
Skills
- Experience in performance measurement, data analytics, or financial operations, ideally in private markets
- Experience supporting automation, system improvements, UAT, data validation, or transformation initiatives
- Strong understanding of data quality, controls, documentation, and governance practices
- Experience with private/public benchmarking, composite performance, and performance reporting preferred
- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to identify root causes of data issues
- Technical proficiency in Excel; exposure to SQL, Python, Power BI, and Snowflake preferred
Benefits
- Base Salary Range: $95,000.00 - $105,000.00
- This USD base salary range represents only one component of total compensation for this role and is provided in accordance with local requirements.
- The role is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, which is determined based on individual and overall firm performance.
- In addition to salary and bonus, total compensation may include eligibility for long-term reward programs and a comprehensive total rewards package that may include retirement, health, insurance, paid time off, and wellness programs.
- Our total rewards offerings are influenced by several business factors, and eligibility for certain components will vary by position and geography.
Pay
- Base Salary Range: $95,000.00 - $105,000.00
Schedule
- This role is a hybrid work arrangement. You will receive 18 remote workdays per quarter to use at your discretion, subject to manager approval.