Private Markets Research Analyst – Data-Driven Insights

Forge; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 142,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Forge is seeking a Private Markets Research Associate / Research Manager to join its Research & Insights team. This role focuses on turning Forge's proprietary data into actionable market intelligence and research for investors and clients.

The ideal candidate blends quantitative analysis with excellent writing, producing research publications, market commentary, and thought leadership for retail investors, financial advisors, wealth managers, and institutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Statistics, Business, Data Science, or related discipline.
• 3-7 years of experience in investment research, private markets, equity research, market intelligence, or related fields.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills with experience interpreting large datasets.
• Proficiency in Excel and Python or similar analytical tools.
• Exceptional writing and communication skills, including experience producing research reports or market commentary.

Responsibilities

• Analyze proprietary Forge data to identify trends in private company valuations, liquidity, investor activity, and market performance.
• Conduct quantitative analysis across industries, sectors, and private market cohorts.
• Develop research frameworks, market indicators, and analytical tools that improve understanding of private market dynamics.
• Monitor developments across private markets, venture capital, growth equity, IPO markets, and public equities to identify investment implications.
• Support the creation and maintenance of proprietary benchmarks, indices, and performance metrics.
• Produce recurring research publications and tailor narratives for different investor audiences.
• Create charts, visualizations, presentation materials, and market commentary for clients, partners, media, and conferences.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Product, and Client Experience teams to develop data-driven thought leadership.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Excel proficiency

Python

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Statistics, Business, Data Science, or related discipline

Tools

Python

Job description

Forge is seeking a Private Markets Research Associate / Research Manager to join its Research & Insights team. This role focuses on turning Forge's proprietary data into actionable market intelligence and research for investors and clients.

The ideal candidate blends quantitative analysis with excellent writing, producing research publications, market commentary, and thought leadership for retail investors, financial advisors, wealth managers, and institutions.