Analyst, Investor Relations

HarbourVest Partners • Boston, MA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Investor Relations Analyst supports HarbourVest’s Investor Relations team in managing and enhancing institutional investor relationships. The role focuses on the US South territory and supports both business development and client engagement across the full client lifecycle, from prospect identification and diligence through investor onboarding, long-term relationship coverage, retention, and expansion. The Analyst works closely with senior Business Development professionals and Relationship Managers, as well as internal partners across investment teams, product specialists, consultant relations, commercial operations, client service, marketing, RFP, and compliance.

This position combines territory pipeline and CRM reporting, research, client and prospect materials, portfolio analysis, cash flow modeling, due diligence coordination, and investor onboarding support. The Analyst will develop familiarity with institutional investor segments and HarbourVest’s private equity, private credit, and infrastructure strategies, including primary, secondary, and co-investment approaches and different implementation structures. The role also develops expertise in HarbourVest’s QIS and Lumina capabilities and how they can support client partnerships.

Initially focused on internal support, the Analyst can take on increasing ownership and client exposure as knowledge, judgment, and experience develop. The position is hybrid, with 18 remote workdays per quarter available at the employee’s discretion subject to manager approval. It is non-exempt and eligible for overtime.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Arts or Science degree, or equivalent experience (listed as preferred).
• Strong written and verbal interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Teams, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Highly proactive and resourceful, able to anticipate needs, take direction, and act without significant oversight.
• Sound judgment and decision-making skills, including the ability to work independently and recognize when to seek input.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment while managing multiple projects and competing priorities.
• Strong organizational and project-management skills.
• Motivation, self-direction, strong work ethic, intellectual curiosity, and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Collaborative, team-first approach and willingness to assist wherever needed.
• Strong client-service orientation and focus on the client experience.
• Ability to connect individual assignments to broader client and commercial objectives while balancing big-picture thinking with detailed execution.
• Adaptability and responsiveness when shifting between longer-term priorities and time-sensitive client or business-development needs.
• Personal and professional integrity of the highest order.
• Open to graduate applicants; up to 1–2 years of experience in alternative investment or other finance- or investment-oriented roles.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Salesforce or other CRM systems.
• Familiarity with AI tools.

Responsibilities

• Support the US Investor Relations team, particularly its US South territory, across business development and client engagement activities.
• Partner with senior Business Development professionals and Relationship Managers to support prospective business and existing client relationships, coordinating with internal investment teams and firmwide resources.
• Maintain Salesforce and territory pipeline reporting, including accurate prospect and opportunity information, activity tracking, next steps, and analysis to support prioritization and execution.
• Develop client and prospect materials for portfolio reviews, new business opportunities, due diligence meetings, and other strategic interactions in partnership with internal teams.
• Conduct market- and product-driven research to support territory strategy and individual opportunities using external, proprietary, and AI-enabled research resources.
• Perform cash flow modeling and portfolio analysis for existing and prospective clients to help advise on pacing, portfolio construction, and potential commitments.
• Develop expertise in HarbourVest’s QIS and Lumina capabilities and support their use in current and prospective client partnerships.
• Support LP due diligence and investor inquiries by coordinating information across HarbourVest and ensuring responses are complete, accurate, and timely.
• Learn and support investor onboarding and the subscription process for new commitments, including the internal coordination needed to move opportunities from fundraising through closing.
• Build knowledge of the HarbourVest platform, its investment strategies and implementation structures, and the sales and relationship-management processes.
• Contribute to the success of the US Investor Relations team through additional responsibilities and strategic projects as required.

Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus based on individual and overall firm performance.
• Retirement contributions.
• Health insurance.
• Income protection.
• Paid time off and leave benefits.
• Well-being programs.
• Long-term reward program participation may be available, typically for more senior-level roles.
• Overtime pay eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level