Business Analyst – Private Capital

InforCapital, partnership; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

McKinsey & Company is looking for a Business Analyst for its Private Capital practice in New York. This role involves working closely with leading private equity and credit fund managers to address strategic priorities and improve portfolio value creation.

The position emphasizes a continuous learning culture and offers mentorship along with exposure to private capital markets. It is suited for aspiring professionals eager to develop expertise in this competitive landscape.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills and quantitative abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ambition to work in private capital markets.

Responsibilities

• Advise leading private equity and credit fund managers on strategic priorities.
• Engage with clients on high-impact projects from day one.
• Contribute to investment strategies and portfolio value creation.

Skills

Advising on investment strategy

Private equity understanding

Operational improvement skills

Job description

# Business Analyst – Private CapitalMcKinsey & CompanyAnalystPrivate EquityFinancial ServicesFull-timeLocationNew York, United StatesDate PostedJune 12, 2026RegionNew YorkStay ahead of the marketGet instant notifications when new job openings matching "Private Equity / Analyst jobs in New York, United States" are published.## About This RoleMcKinsey & Company is seeking a Business Analyst for its Private Capital practice in New York. This role sits within McKinsey's financial services expertise and involves advising leading private equity, private credit, and infrastructure fund managers on their most strategic priorities.McKinsey's Private Capital practice serves some of the world's largest alternative asset managers, working on topics including investment strategy, portfolio company value creation, operating model transformation, fundraising strategy, and LP/GP dynamics. Business Analysts work directly with clients and senior McKinsey teams on high-impact engagements from day one.The role offers a continuous learning culture with structured training, mentorship, and accelerated career development. Business Analysts at McKinsey build broad exposure to the private capital ecosystem — from LBO strategy and deal thesis development to portfolio operational improvement and fund management best practices. This is an ideal role for ambitious early-career professionals seeking to build deep expertise in private capital markets before transitioning to a fund or staying on a consulting track within alternatives.Apply for this Position