Private Equity Fund Research – SVP

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Vice President for their Private Equity Fund Research team in London. This pivotal role involves conducting comprehensive due diligence on fund managers, enhancing research offerings, and presenting insights to key stakeholders. With a focus on private equity and a commitment to client success, you will play a crucial role in shaping investment strategies. The firm offers a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment that values diversity and inclusion. If you are passionate about investment and eager to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus

Matching contributions to pension scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Opportunity for professional qualifications

Private medical insurance

Paid parental leave

Qualifications

• 8+ years of investment experience in private equity.
• Strong analytical mindset with qualitative and quantitative evaluation skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth fund manager due diligence focusing on private equity.
• Build private equity research and strategy offerings for clients.

Skills

Private Equity Fund Manager Research

Analytical Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Client Interaction

Education

CFA or CAIA

Tools

Preqin

Bloomberg

Pitchbook

Excel

Job description

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Private Equity Fund Research – SVP, London

Client: Redington

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: b9d583448a10

Job Views: 4

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description

About the role

Our independent Manager Research team is responsible for researching and selecting best-in-class asset managers from across the globe for our clients to invest in. The team also identifies new and emerging themes, monitors selected managers, and delivers bespoke client projects.

The Private Markets research function within the Manager Research team is unconflicted in its whole-of-market approach and is responsible for researching, selecting, and monitoring private equity, private credit, infrastructure, and real estate asset managers across a diversified range of global, emerging, and regional private markets strategies. We are looking for you to join our Private Markets Manager Research team, where you’ll be responsible for:

• Conducting in-depth fund manager due diligence through qualitative and quantitative analysis, focusing on private equity.
• Building out our private equity research and strategy offerings for clients.
• Presenting fund manager recommendations to the Investment Strategy Committee, clients, prospects, and internal stakeholders.
• Monitoring the evolution of fund manager skills post-selection.
• Contributing to the improvement of Redington’s Manager Research process.
• Working on bespoke client requests for manager selection, market evaluations, diligence, portfolio reviews, and recommendations.
• Supporting the development of junior team members.

Qualifications

This role is for you if you have:

• A background in private equity fund manager research or investment, either as an investor or investment manager.
• An analytical mindset capable of discerning true manager edge beyond marketing.
• A proactive, self-starting approach with confidence to express your views.
• Qualitative and quantitative evaluation skills.
• Strong process orientation and project management abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for complex ideas.
• Experience working directly with clients.
• 8+ years of investment experience.

It would be beneficial if you also have:

• A professional qualification such as CFA or CAIA.
• Experience with institutional asset owners.
• Understanding of ESG and climate-focused investing.
• Experience with industry tools like Preqin, Bloomberg, Pitchbook.
• Impact investing experience.
• Strong Excel analytical skills.
• Excellent presentation skills.

Additional Information

The benefits include:

• A competitive salary and bonus.
• Matching contributions to our pension scheme.
• 25 days of holiday per year, plus bank holidays and your birthday.
• Opportunity to pursue industry-recognized professional qualifications.
• Private medical insurance, critical illness cover, and life assurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• And more benefits detailed on our website.

Equal opportunities

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment. We consider all applicants regardless of age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran status, neurodiversity, or disability.