Senior Associate, Enterprise Transformation Lead

HarbourVest Partners • Boston, MA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

HarbourVest Advisers L.P. is seeking a Senior Associate to lead end-to-end delivery of functional transformation initiatives and serve as a trusted advisor to the Head of Client Operations and global senior leaders. The role drives continuous improvement and change across Client Operations, which includes Client Experience, Enterprise Risk Management, Enterprise Operations & Strategy, Portfolio Analytics & Performance Measurement, Treasury, and Investment Accounting teams.

The position is hybrid, with 18 remote workdays per quarter available at the employee’s discretion, subject to manager approval. HarbourVest describes a collaborative, inclusive culture that values diversity, mutual respect, entrepreneurial thinking, and professional growth.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of project management experience.
• Experience in business process mapping and building.
• Experience preparing and delivering executive-level presentations.
• Ability to manage multiple and often competing priorities.
• Enthusiasm for the company’s mission and its diverse and inclusive culture.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Nice To Haves

• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification.
• PMI certification.
• Change Management certification.
• Financial services industry experience.
• Wealth management and/or private equity experience.

Responsibilities

• Implement Client Operations improvement initiatives within agreed timelines and scope, working with executive sponsors and project team members to deliver business outcomes.
• Lead current-state assessments, gap analysis, future-state development, and implementation of project plans.
• Facilitate productive, collaborative discussions by defining agendas, outlining objectives, and working toward decisions.
• Develop project and process documentation using data-driven insights.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the Head of Client Operations and global senior leaders.

Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus based on individual and overall firm performance.
• Potential participation in long-term reward programs, typically for more senior-level roles.
• Retirement contributions.
• Health insurance.
• Income protection.
• Paid time off and leave benefits.
• Well-being programs.

What This Job Offers

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