Hamilton Lane

Associate, Secondaries

Hamilton Lane$80K — $120K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in a related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in private equity, investment banking, or capital markets preferred.
  • Proficiency in complex financial analysis and modeling, including DCF and comparable analyses.
  • Ability to conduct thorough industry research and articulate investment opinions.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills in a collaborative setting.
  • Demonstrated interest in private equity investing.

Responsibilities

  • Lead modeling and analysis of private equity secondary transactions.
  • Prepare investment memoranda for the Investment Committee.
  • Analyze private equity companies and funds using leveraged buyout models and comparable company analysis.
  • Conduct due diligence calls and meetings with General Partners.
  • Monitor existing secondary portfolio investments and prepare marketing materials for clients.
  • Mentor and lead Analysts on the team.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage and mental health resources.
  • Tuition and certification reimbursement for career development.
  • Paid time off for volunteering and referral bonuses for new hires.
  • Family support initiatives including paid parental leave and adoption reimbursement.
  • Retirement savings contributions and employee stock purchase plans.
Full Job Description
Hamilton Lane is looking to expand our team to satisfy the needs of our growing client base. Hamilton Lane is built on collaboration, teamwork and integrity. Our employees pursue excellence and always strive to do the right thing. We invest in our employees, clients and partner relationships, as well as, in the technology and resources necessary to remain competitive, working in a competitive environment that inspires innovation.

What we do:

As a recognized leader in providing Private Markets Solutions to clients across the globe, we manage approximately $145.6B in discretionary assets under management an d $859.8B in non-discretionary assets under management, as of 9/30/2025.

The Opportunity:

As an Associate, Secondaries, you will be responsible for evaluating secondary investments in private equity funds and companies. Secondary professionals develop skills relevant to both fund and direct private equity investing, while participating in one of the fastest growing segments of the private markets industry.

Your responsibilities will be to:
  • Lead modeling and analysis of private equity secondary transactions.
  • Prepare investment memoranda for the firm's Investment Committee.
  • Analyze private equity companies and funds using leveraged buyout models, construct comparable company analyses, and develop multiple projection scenarios through company and industry research.
  • Perform due diligence calls and participate in due diligence meetings with General Partners.
  • Monitor existing investments in the firm's secondary portfolios and assist in preparation of client marketing materials.
  • Provide mentorship and assist in leading Analysts on the team.


Your background will include:
  • Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in a related field.
  • 3+ years of experience within private equity, investment banking, capital markets, or valuation services. Private equity secondary investments experience is preferred, but not required.
  • Experience performing complex financial analysis, modeling, and company valuations, including discounted cash flow and comparable company analyses.
  • Ability to conduct industry research, articulate opinions, and write clear and concise memoranda on investment opportunities.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, work ethic, and professional demeanor in a team oriented, collaborative environment.
  • Demonstrated interest and commitment to private equity investing.


Benefits:

At 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 Health

Employees have access to healthcare coverage, mental health resources, health & fitness reimbursement program, and Wellness Rewards Program.

Developing Your Career

Tuition and certification reimbursement programs are available, along with continual education and development trainings for you to grow with Hamilton Lane.

Supporting Your Family & Community

For 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 Wellbeing

Hamilton Lane contributes to retirement programs and offers an employee stock purchasing plan.

We offer a competitive salary, annual discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package which includes: Medical, Prescription, Dental, Paid Time Off, 401k plan, Life and Disability Insurances, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Stock Purchase Program, Health Club Reimbursement and Flexible Spending Accounts.

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 [email protected].

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.

About Hamilton Lane

Hamilton Lane is a leading global private markets investment management firm. The company provides a range of investment solutions to institutional investors, including private equity, real estate, and credit strategies. Hamilton Lane was founded in 1991 and has since grown to become one of the largest and most respected firms in the industry. The company is committed to delivering superior investment performance and exceptional client service, and has a proven track record of success.
Learn more about Hamilton Lane
Size
530 employees
Market Cap
$3.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$78.9 million
5 Year Trend
+15.4%
Revenue
$315.6 million
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