At PitchBook, we are always looking forward. We continue to innovate, evolve, and invest in ourselves to bring out the best in everyone. We’re deeply collaborative and thrive on the excitement, energy, and fun that reverberates throughout the company.
\nOur extensive learning programs and mentorship opportunities help us create a culture of curiosity that pushes us to always find new solutions and better ways of doing things. The combination of a rapidly evolving industry and our high ambitions means there’s going to be some ambiguity along the way, but we excel when we challenge ourselves. We’re willing to take risks, fail fast, and do it all over again in the pursuit of excellence.
\nIf you have a good attitude and are willing to roll up your sleeves to get things done, PitchBook is the place for you.
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About the Role:
\nAs a member of the Editorial team, you will spend each day immersed in the private markets, aiming to help our customers be better investors, advisors, and market participants. The work you will do plays a direct role in the evolution of the industry!
\nEveryone on our team is supported by a flexible work environment and a culture that promotes curiosity, collaboration, and professional development. We prioritize recognition and respect across all roles and have a high level of camaraderie. The fast-growing nature of our organization provides ample opportunity to advance in your career and explore what interests you.
\nAs we continue investing in the talent of our group, our coverage has evolved rapidly over multiple industries and geographies. Our insights are routinely cited by top-tier publications and sought after by prominent players in the financial markets. In addition to publishing timely market insights, we also partner closely with our Product, Engineering, and Data Operations teams to continually enhance our datasets and develop unique tools that have a material impact on our customers’ workflows. There is no better time to join us!
\nThe Program Manager in the Institutional Research Group at PitchBook plays a pivotal role in driving cross-functional projects that support strategic initiatives and improve internal operations. This role requires a dynamic individual with exceptional program/project management skills, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to navigate complex technical projects. The Program Manager will act as a bridge between departments, ensuring seamless communication, timely delivery, and alignment with organizational goals.
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Primary Job Responsibilities:
\n\nPlan, execute, and oversee projects/programs that align with strategic goals, establishing clear goals and ensuring milestones and deliverables are met on time and within budget\nPartner with teams across departments to plan, scope, and coordinate resources, timelines, and deliverables\nServe as the main point of contact for project stakeholders, providing regular updates on progress, risks, and dependencies\nIdentify and implement improvements to internal workflows and processes to increase efficiency and scalability\nAddress challenges proactively, leveraging strong analytical and decision-making skills to identify solutions\nIdentify and resolve risks, issues, and conflicts affecting goal achievement, escalating as needed for resolution\nImplement structure, order, and clarity to ambiguous problems with little direction or oversight\nMaintain comprehensive project documentation, including timelines, budgets, risks, and lessons learned, to ensure transparency and accountability\nSupport the vision and values of the company through role modeling and encouraging desired behaviors \nParticipate in various company initiatives and projects as requested \n\n\n
Skills and Qualifications:
\n\nBachelor’s degree in business, finance, project management preferred\n5+ years of program/project management experience, preferably in financial services, research, or a technology-driven environment\nExceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex ideas clearly to diverse audiences\nStrong analytical and critical thinking skills to proactively address project challenges and identify innovative solutions\nProven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage ambiguity\nDemonstrated success in working cross-functionally with diverse teams to achieve shared goals\nStrong technical aptitude and experience with project management tools like Asana and Smartsheet, as well as familiarity with data visualization or reporting tools\nExperience working with a variety of delivery frameworks like Agile and Waterfall\nFamiliarity with technical concepts and ability to work with engineering and product teams on technical projects preferred\nBasic understanding of private and public financial markets and ability to collaborate with subject matter experts in this space preferred\n\n\n
Benefits + Compensation at PitchBook:
\nPhysical Health
\n\nComprehensive health benefits\nAdditional medical wellness incentives \nSTD, LTD, AD&D, and life insurance\n\n\n
Emotional Health
\n\nPaid sabbatical program after four years\nPaid family and paternity leave \nAnnual educational stipend\nAbility to apply for tuition reimbursement\nCFA exam stipend \nRobust training programs on industry and soft skills \nEmployee assistance program\nGenerous allotment of vacation days, sick days, and volunteer days \n\n\n
Social Health
\n\nMatching gifts program\nEmployee resource groups\nSubsidized emergency childcare \nDependent Care FSA\nCompany-wide events\nEmployee referral bonus program \nQuarterly team building events\n\n\n
Financial Health
\n\n401k match\nShared ownership employee stock program \nMonthly transportation stipend \n\n\n
*Please be aware the above PitchBook benefit and perk offerings are subject to corresponding plan and policy documents and may change during the course of your employment.
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Compensation
\n\nAnnual base salary: $80,000-$100,000\nTarget annual bonus percentage: 10%\n\n\n
*Starting pay will be based on several factors and commensurate with qualifications & experience. We also have a location-based compensation structure; there may be different ranges for candidates by location.
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Working Conditions:
\nWe believe our business and our culture are strongest when we work together in person. We also know that it’s helpful to have some flexibility to work remotely. Most roles work in the office 3+ days/week, and some are expected to work in the office 4-5 days/week. The current expectation for this role is that you are working in the office 3+ days/week and that you are in the office full-time during the training period, for which the length varies by role. During an initial phone screen, the team will discuss expectations for this specific position.
\nThe job conditions for this position are in a standard office setting. Employees in this position use PC and phone on an on-going basis throughout the day. Limited corporate travel may be required to remote offices or other business meetings and events.
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Life At PB:
\nWe are consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work and our culture is at the heart of our success. It’s our fundamental belief that people do and create great things and that people are the cornerstone of prosperity. We believe that proactively seeking out different points of view, listening to others, learning, and reflecting on what we’ve heard creates a sense of belonging within PitchBook and strengthens the PitchBook community.
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We are excited to get to know you and your background. Concerned that you might not meet every requirement? We encourage you to still apply as you might be the right candidate for the role or other roles at PitchBook.
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