What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate, Secondaries position at Hamilton Lane?
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
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 humanresources@hamiltonlane.com.
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.
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.
- 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.
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 humanresources@hamiltonlane.com.
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.