Quantitative Research Analyst

At PitchBook, a Morningstar company, 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. Our 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. If you have a good attitude and are willing to roll up your sleeves to get things done, PitchBook is the place for you. About the Role: As 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! Everyone 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. As 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! PitchBook’s Institutional Research Group is looking to hire a Quantitative Research Analyst to join our research team. As a valued team member, you’ll hone your existing analytical skills, develop meaningful insights into a fascinating industry, and contribute to our best-in-class private capital research. The research and tools this team produces are utilized by many of the largest and influential private capital investors, asset managers, investment banks, and service providers globally. Our team is creative, analytical, driven, and focused on providing the most actionable research to our readers and clients. Primary Job Responsibilities: Utilize strong Microsoft Excel, SQL, and other programming language skills to provide high-quality data analysis and support to clients, internal stakeholders, and select media outlets Contribute to research and analysis across our core private equity, M&A, venture capital, and emerging technology coverage areas Work closely with other quant research analysts to develop new models and metrics, as well as identify unique data points to support research Serve as data and markets expert for all use cases that utilize PitchBook’s broad database Manage and complete select time-sensitive custom research requests for subscribing clients, leveraging the team’s models and IP Manage and respond to inquiries from clients, press, internal colleagues, and the general public regarding data requests and published research Support the vision and values of the company through role modeling and encouraging desired behaviors Participate in various company initiatives and projects as requested Skills and Qualifications: Bachelor's in Finance, Business Administration, or Economics preferred with a strong understanding of financial concepts such as valuation techniques (discounted cash flows, comps, etc.), internal rate of returns, asset allocations, etc. 3+ years of experience in financial services role or experience working with large datasets Experience in SQL a plus Strong skills in SQL, Python, or other programming languages Strong interest in M&A and private financial markets Critical thinker Detail oriented with an analytical mindset Strong written and verbal communication skills Experience in PitchBook Platform a plus Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite including in-depth knowledge of Outlook, Word, and Excel with the ability to pick up new systems and software easily Benefits + Compensation at PitchBook: Physical Health Additional medical wellness incentives STD, LTD, AD&D, and life insurance Emotional Health Paid sabbatical program after four years Paid family and paternity leave Annual educational stipend Ability to apply for tuition reimbursement CFA exam stipend Robust training programs on industry and soft skills Employee assistance program Generous allotment of vacation days, sick days, and volunteer days Social Health Matching gifts program Employee resource groups Dependent Care FSA Employee referral bonus program Quarterly team building events Shared ownership employee stock program Monthly transportation stipend Compensation Annual base salary: $130,000-$150,000 Target annual bonus percentage: 10% Working Conditions: At the heart of our company is a belief in the power of in-person collaboration. Being together in the office fuels our creativity, strengthens our connections, and drives the innovation that sets us apart. Our culture is built on spontaneous moments—those hallway conversations, whiteboard brainstorms, and shared celebrations in each of our global offices—that simply can’t be replicated remotely. This role is expected to be in the office 5 days a week. PitchBook is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

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