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Partners Capital

Investment Associate, Public Markets

Partners Capital, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298

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Investment Associate

will join our Public Markets team based in

Boston . The individual will be responsible for supporting senior investment professionals in our research activities across public market strategies including fundamental long‑only and long/short, long‑duration, equity market neutral and quantitative strategies. The individual must be comfortable working in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment and equally comfortable working independently or with a large team to execute on the opportunity set.

The Public Markets team manages the Firm’s Public Markets investment program across external manager relationships and direct investments. The Partners Capital research team is the engine for identifying and underwriting attractive investment opportunities for inclusion in client portfolios. The primary goal of the Public Markets research team is to deliver high absolute and relative returns over the long term by partnering with top‑tier managers and select direct investments.

We are seeking an individual who would be a key contributor to these efforts.

Responsibilities

Investment Diligence : Support rigorous and comprehensive due diligence of asset managers and other direct investment opportunities. Stress‑test the manager’s assumptions and develop an independent view of the merits of the investment, particularly in the context of the manager’s mandate, skill and experience. Diligence activities include meetings with managers, quantitative analysis of portfolios and performance, qualitative assessments of team, investment process and research quality, and external referencing and triangulation. The diligence process concludes with a detailed written investment presentation for discussion among the team and with the Internal Investment Committee.

Prepare Internal and External Investment Documentation : Create materials for internal investment committee consideration. Internal documentation includes transaction information, company/opportunity financial analyses, due diligence findings, and investment recommendation. Also prepare summary materials for client‑facing teams/fundraising.

Investment Monitoring and Portfolio Management : Support ongoing diligence and monitoring of investment managers and opportunities, including formal quarterly and annual reporting processes. Support research on core investment themes. Assist in portfolio management function for pooled investment vehicles.

Process Management : Process management is critical to the success of the team’s investment activities. Core responsibilities include investment database support, client investment process management and marketing support.

Additional activities and projects may include researching and improving our portfolio construction knowledge and approach, assisting with business development, or helping to develop our technological capabilities.

Qualifications

Deep understanding and passion for investing and markets

2–4 years’ experience in investment banking, direct investing, manager due diligence, or a related professional services field (e.g., management consulting)

Intellectually curious and a team player

Aptitude for rigorous qualitative and quantitative analysis delivered via an answer‑first communication style

Excellent problem‑solving and interpersonal skills

Strong work ethic, good attention to detail, and ability to multi‑task

Undergraduate degree with a strong track record of academic achievement

High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)

Benefits and Compensation

Partners Capital is committed to being a great place to work. We focus on wellbeing and professional growth, offering competitive compensation and an exceptional benefits package. Your benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; short and long‑term disability insurance; life insurance; flexible spending accounts; commuter benefits; paid time off; and a 401(k) plan with employer matching. The Firm also supports global philanthropy via a charity program and volunteer day and champions a variety of wellness and social events.

Massachusetts requires Partners Capital to include a reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role. This base salary range is specific to individuals applying to work in our Massachusetts office and takes into account a number of factors. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role in Massachusetts is $95,000 – $130,000. The base salary offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, certifications, and education. Decisions will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis.

The base salary is one element of our competitive compensation package. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance‑based incentives and our profit share program.

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Seniority level Associate

Employment type Full‑time

Job function

Finance

Investment Management

Business Consulting and Services

Financial Services

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