Secondary Market Analyst – Private Capital

Secondary Market Analyst – Private Capital

Location: New York, NY
Employment Type: Full-Time
Estimated Compensation: $140,000 – $185,000 total annual compensation (varies by employer)

This job description represents a sample Secondary Market Analyst – Private Capital position commonly found through the Career Launch AI Talent Network. It is intended to help job seekers understand the responsibilities and qualifications typically associated with early-career roles in private capital secondary markets, fund liquidity, and investment portfolio analytics.

Actual openings may vary depending on employer focus, including private equity, venture capital, real estate, private credit, and other alternative investment vehicles.

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Secondary Market Analysts support private capital teams by analyzing secondary market transactions, monitoring portfolio valuations, and assisting with the execution of fund interests in the secondary market.

The role combines financial modeling, portfolio analysis, and market research to provide insights that guide investment decisions and liquidity strategies. Analysts collaborate closely with portfolio managers, transaction teams, and investor relations to evaluate secondary opportunities and optimize fund portfolios.

Analyze secondary market opportunities for private capital assets, including private equity, venture capital, real estate, and credit funds

Support transaction execution, valuation assessments, and due diligence of secondary fund interests

Build and maintain financial models, dashboards, and reporting tools to evaluate portfolio positions and liquidity scenarios

Monitor fund performance, NAV movements, and capital calls/distributions

Assist in preparing investment memos, presentations, and materials for internal and external stakeholders

Conduct market, asset-class, and competitor analysis to identify secondary market trends and opportunities

Collaborate with investment, legal, and client-facing teams on secondary transactions and fund management initiatives

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field; CFA or advanced degree is a plus

Strong understanding of private capital markets, secondary transactions, and fund structures

Experience or coursework in private equity, venture capital, real estate, or private credit

Advanced analytical skills, including financial modeling, portfolio analysis, and data interpretation

Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and financial analysis tools; familiarity with Python, SQL, or other analytical software is a plus

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in fast-paced, transaction-driven environments

Strong interest in private capital markets, fund liquidity, and investment strategy

The Career Launch AI Talent Network helps job seekers pursue opportunities similar to this role through:

Skills-based role matching

Resume and profile optimization

Guidance on outreach to private capital teams and fund managers

Interview preparation for private capital, secondary markets, and portfolio analytics roles

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