Senior Associate, Product Launch

Harbourvest Partners (U.K.) Limited; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

Retirement plan

Health insurance

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Job summary

Harbourvest Partners (U.K.) Limited is seeking a Product Launch Senior Associate to assist with innovative investment solutions. This hybrid role allows for remote work and is based in Boston, Massachusetts.

The successful candidate will have 3–6 years of relevant experience in private markets, strong project management skills, and a bachelor's degree. The role offers a competitive salary range of $120,000 to $130,000 along with various benefits.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of experience in private markets or asset management focusing on product development.
• Demonstrated excellence in implementing multi-dimensional projects.
• Strong project management experience leading large cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all aspects of new product launch from concept approval to first subscription.
• Support planning and execution of product launches.
• Review and provide commercial perspective on product documentation.

Skills

Project management

Private markets knowledge

Legal documentation understanding

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

JD or MBA

Job description

Product Launch Senior Associate

HarbourVest continues to expand and seeks a Product Launch Senior Associate to assist with launching innovative new investment solutions. This hybrid role allows 18 remote workdays per quarter and is located in our investment firm.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all aspects of new product launch from concept approval to first subscription.
• Support planning and execution of product launches.
• Establish key dependencies and goals to meet launch targets.
• Review and provide commercial perspective on legal, marketing, and other product documentation.
• Collect feedback from across the organization, evaluate inputs, and inform product term decisions.
• Coordinate with operational leads to ensure readiness for new product operational needs.
• Share experience and insights to influence product strategy and planning.
• Contribute to research and development prior to launch stage.
• Maintain the firm’s product development and launch pipeline and supporting tools.
• Other responsibilities as required.

Candidate Profile

• 3–6 years of professional experience in private markets or asset management focusing on structuring, product development, or product launch from a commercial or legal perspective.
• Demonstrated excellence in implementing multi‑dimensional projects.
• Strong familiarity with the private equity or broader private markets landscape.
• Deep understanding of the mechanics and inter‑dependencies of alternative investment funds.
• Strong project management experience leading large cross‑functional teams.
• Familiarity with various legal structures used for investors to access private market strategies.
• Bachelor’s degree required; JD or MBA or equivalent experience a plus.

Ideal Qualities

• Entrepreneurial, creative, thoughtful, and flexible.
• Outstanding attention to detail with ability to push decisions while seeking diverse input.
• Excellent communication skills in writing and speaking, simplifying complex concepts.
• Team player with ability to lead or facilitate group efforts and influence colleagues.
• Organized and effective in supporting key initiatives, taking ownership of outcomes.
• Focused on significantly impacting the business while considering short‑ and long‑term opportunities and risks.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $120,000.00 – $130,000.00 USD.
• Discretionary annual bonus based on individual and overall firm performance.
• Potential eligibility for long‑term reward programs and comprehensive total rewards package, including retirement, health, insurance, paid time off, and wellness programs.

HarbourVest is an equal opportunity employer.