Associate, Secondaries

Hamilton Lane is looking to expand their team to satisfy the needs of our growing client base. Hamilton Lane is built on collaboration, teamwork and integrity. Our employees pursue excellence and always strive to do the right thing. We invest in our employees, clients and partner relationships, as well as, in the technology and resources necessary to remain competitive, working in a competitive environment that inspires innovation.
The Associate will be responsible for evaluating secondary investments in private equity funds and companies on a global basis. Secondary professionals develop skills relevant to both fund and direct private equity investing, while participating in one of the fastest-growing segments of the private markets industry.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assume a lead role in the modeling and analysis of private equity secondary transactions
• Prepare investment memoranda for the Firm's Investment Committee
• Analyze private equity companies and funds using leveraged buyout models, construct comparable company analyses and develop multiple projection scenarios through company and industry research
• Perform due diligence calls and participate in due diligence meetings with general partners
• Monitor existing investments in the firm's secondary portfolios and assist in preparation of client marketing materials
• Oversight of secondary Analysts in conjunction with the responsibilities listed above

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS; Education and/or Experience:

• A minimum of 2 years' experience within the following segments of the financial industry: private equity, investment banking, corporate M&A, capital markets or valuation services
• Prior private equity secondary related investment experience is a positive, but not required.
• Outstanding academic record
• Experience performing complex financial analysis, modeling, and company valuations
• Ability to conduct industry research, articulate opinions and write clear and concise memoranda on investment opportunities
• Strong written and oral communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong interest and commitment to private equity investing
• Strong work ethic and professional demeanor
• Willingness to work 50+ hours / week, occasionally on weekends, and travel up to 10% of time
• A team-oriented approach and an ability to interact productively within a diverse company environment

We offer a competitive salary, annual discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package which includes: Medical, Prescription, Dental, Paid Time Off, 401k plan, Life and Disability Insurances, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Stock Purchase Program, Health Club Reimbursement and Flexible Spending Accounts.
Hamilton Lane is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic predisposition, veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offense or stalking, or any other classification prohibited by applicable law.
As a registered investment adviser, employees of Hamilton Lane may be subject to certain limitations on political contribution and personal investment activities.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, please contact Human Resources at 610-617-2046 (US).
Please note that in the event that you are hired by Hamilton Lane, you, your spouse or any other dependent family member living in your household will need to comply with Hamilton Lane's Personal Securities Transactions Policy and the trade pre-clearance process per Hamilton Lane's Code of Ethics. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and your household members are able to comply with this policy. Examples of the restrictions that could be placed on your activities include, but are not limited to, a requirement to pre-clear all transactions prior to execution, the inability to transact in certain securities or classes of securities and other restrictions. A copy of our Code of Ethics is available upon request. Please note that having a personal trading account will not prohibit you from being employed by Hamilton Lane.