Business Analyst

Job Title: Business Analyst

Location: New York, NY (Onsite)

Hiring Mode: Contract

Duration: 6 Months

Job ID: 24819-1 (10320272)

Summary:

• As a key member of the Product Development team for Private Equity Platforms, the Business Analyst will play a critical role in the implementation and execution of strategic initiatives. This position requires close collaboration with senior leadership and cross-functional global teams to ensure product development goals are achieved efficiently and effectively.
• The Business Analyst will be responsible for coordinating project activities, tracking progress against milestones, and providing detailed analysis and reporting to support data-driven decision-making. The role emphasizes operational support, resource coordination, and contributing to the continuous improvement and rollout of platform enhancements aligned with the firm’s strategic vision.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and execution of strategic product initiatives for private equity platforms.
• Coordinate project activities and monitor progress against established plans and timelines.
• Conduct detailed data analysis and reporting to inform business decisions.
• Collaborate closely with product, operations, and technology teams to drive platform enhancements.
• Gather and synthesize feedback from clients and internal stakeholders to inform product direction.
• Perform competitor analysis and contribute to strategic and tactical planning.
• Define priorities, manage development roadmaps, and oversee client rollout strategies.
• Facilitate communication and alignment across global teams to ensure seamless execution.
• Identify and resolve operational or execution challenges as they arise.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, with strong technical knowledge of private investment processing and accounting.
• Experience: Minimum 10+ years of experience in the private equity industry, preferably within product development or operations.
• Working knowledge of private equity fund administration, including:
• Lifecycle of investor activity
• Fund investments, rebalancing, and liquidations
• Waterfall calculations and rebalancing processes
• Strong analytical skills with expertise in data analysis and data mapping.
• Proven ability to collaborate with clients and internal stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience partnering with development teams to execute on platform strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to work collaboratively across global, cross-functional teams.