Valuation Manager

Hamilton Lane; Conshohocken (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Hamilton Lane is seeking a Valuation Manager to join its private markets team in the United States. You will lead the quarterly, monthly, and daily valuation processes for portfolio company securities, including debt and equity, across diverse geographies and industries.

You will build and refine financial models (DCF, market multiples, precedents) and conduct comprehensive research on securities, industries, and capital markets.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience valuing portfolio companies or illiquid investments.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• Strong Excel modeling and financial analysis skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to present to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct valuation analyses of illiquid investments (debt and equity) across industries and geographies.
• Build, modify, and utilize financial models (DCF, multiples, precedent transactions, equity/debt allocations).
• Perform market and company research using market data, comps, and credit spreads.
• Prepare and review valuation reports and presentations for internal/external stakeholders.
• Mentor and assist junior analysts; support auditor inquiries; manage multiple assignments to meet deadlines.

Skills

Valuation analyses

Analytical skills

Communication

Mentoring

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Finance/Accounting/Economics

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

S&P Capital IQ

Job description

Join Hamilton Lane, a global leader in private markets, as we scale to meet the demands of our growing client base. Here, you’ll work with ambitious, high‑performing teams built on integrity, candor and collaboration, backed by our market-leading data and technology. We invest heavily in our people and our partners, giving you the platform to enrich lives, safeguard futures and grow your career.What We DoAs one of the largest private markets investment firms globally, we provide innovative solutions to institutional and private wealth investors around the world, specializing in flexibility and full-spectrum access. We currently employ approximately 800 professionals operating in offices throughout North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and the Middle East, and have $1.0 trillion in assets under management and supervision, composed of $146.1 billion in discretionary assets and $871.5 billion in non-discretionary assets, as of December 31, 2025.The Opportunity:As a Valuation Manager at Hamilton Lane, you will join a team dedicated to the valuation of our direct equity and credit portfolio. In this role you will execute and manage the delivery of quarterly, monthly and daily valuations of portfolio company securities. This position offers significant exposure to senior professionals, diverse industries, and complex financial instruments, providing an excellent opportunity for professional growth in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.Responsibilities:Conduct valuation analyses of illiquid investments, including debt and equity securities, across a wide range of industries and geographies.Build, modify, and utilize financial models for estimating business enterprise and equity and debt instrument valuations, including discounted cash flow (DCF), market multiples, precedent transactions, and equity value allocation models.Perform comprehensive research on securities, industries, competitors, and capital markets, including gathering and analyzing market data, comparable ratios, and credit spreads.Review and analyze financial statements, investment memoranda, and transaction documents to develop a thorough understanding of the assets being valued.Prepare and review clear, well-organized valuation reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.Mentor and assist junior analysts in valuation assignments and professional development.Support valuation conclusions and respond to auditor inquiries regarding valuation analyses.Manage multiple assignments and prioritize tasks to meet critical deadlines.Collaborate with team members across the firm to ensure high-quality, timely completion of assignments in a fast-paced environment.Ad-hoc projects, as neededQualifications:Must-haves:Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field from an accredited institution.4+ years of experience in portfolio company investment valuation roleExperience as a valuation specialist at an accounting, valuation advisory, or independent asset management firmDemonstrated experience in valuing illiquid or hard-to-value investments.Exposure to a broad range of industries and security typesStrong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.Superior written and verbal communication abilities.Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.Experience managing or mentoring junior team membersAuthorization to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorshipNice-to-haves:Progress toward CFA/ASA/ABV designation or relevant professional certification.Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modeling, including expertise using market data sources such as S&P Capital IQ.Travel Requirements: N/ABenefitsAt Hamilton Lane, our benefits philosophy is simple: to provide our employees with a competitive suite of benefits and services to help navigate through the complexities and challenges of working, living, raising a family, and eventually retiring. To do this, Hamilton Lane offers the following benefits:Enhancing Your Physical and Emotional HealthEmployees have access to healthcare coverage, mental health resources, health & fitness reimbursement program, and Wellness Rewards Program.Developing Your CareerTuition and certification reimbursement programs are available, along with continual education and development trainings for you to grow with Hamilton Lane.Supporting Your Family & CommunityFor our communities, Hamilton Lane provides paid time off to volunteer and compensates for referring qualified candidates that join our team.For growing family, we offer an adoption reimbursement program, paid time off for new parents and newlyweds, and provide travel support for nursing parents.Safeguarding Your Financial WellbeingHamilton Lane contributes to retirement programs and offers an employee stock purchasing plan.Hamilton Lane is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic predisposition, veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offense or stalking, or any other classification prohibited by applicable law.If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] .Hamilton Lane is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Hamilton Lane via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Hamilton Lane. No fee shall be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Hamilton Lane as a result of the referral or through other means.