2026 Investment Analyst, Primary

Analyst Program In The Primary Investment Group

Job Description Summary

For over forty years, HarbourVest has been home to a committed team of professionals with an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to deliver impactful solutions to our clients and investing partners. As our global firm grows, we continue to add individuals who seek a collaborative, open-door culture that values diversity and innovative thinking.

In our collegial environment that's marked by low turnover and high energy, you'll be inspired to grow and thrive. Here, you will be encouraged to build on your strengths and acquire new skills and experiences.

We are committed to fostering an environment of inclusion that promotes mutual respect among all employees. Understanding and valuing these differences optimizes the potential of both the individual and the firm.

HarbourVest is an equal opportunity employer.

This position will be a hybrid work arrangement. You will receive 18 remote workdays per quarter to use at your discretion, subject to manager approval.

HarbourVest Partners is currently seeking candidates for our 2-year Analyst program in the Primary Investment Group in Boston, MA, starting Summer 2026. Our Analyst program is designed to offer a unique experience that will launch your career through a role dedicated exclusively to the Private Equity and Venture Capital markets. After training, Analysts will be an integral part of HarbourVest's Primary Team, conducting due diligence on Private Equity and Venture Capital managers and fund opportunities alongside collaborative deal teams, and working on portfolio and pipeline management projects.

As an Analyst on the Primary Team, you will work with collaborative deal teams alongside senior-level investment professionals to conduct due diligence on US Venture Capital, Growth Equity and Private Equity managers. You will meet with managers who are actively raising funds and be responsible for creating detailed analytics that help drive investment decisions. In addition to conducting due diligence, you will be responsible for maintaining our manager pipelines and work on a variety of portfolio management initiatives. At the end of the 2-year Analyst program, you will be well-equipped to continue your career in a variety of roles within the Private Equity / Venture Capital industry.

The ideal candidate is someone who has :

• Strong work ethic and ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment
• Proven leadership skills and ability to succeed working independently and in collaborative teams
• Strong quantitative skills with a foundational knowledge of Excel
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• High level of maturity with ability to multi-task

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