PitchBook

Data Analyst

London, England, United Kingdom

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Services, Data & AnalyticsIndustries

Job Description

Salary: [Not specified] Location Type: [Not specified] Employment Type: [Not specified]

Company Overview

At PitchBook, we are always looking forward. We continue to innovate, evolve, and invest in ourselves to bring out the best in everyone. We’re deeply collaborative and thrive on the excitement, energy, and fun that reverberates throughout the company.

Our extensive learning programs and mentorship opportunities help us create a culture of curiosity that pushes us to always find new solutions and better ways of doing things. The combination of a rapidly evolving industry and our high ambitions means there’s going to be some ambiguity along the way, but we excel when we challenge ourselves. We’re willing to take risks, fail fast, and do it all over again in the pursuit of excellence.

If you have a good attitude and are willing to roll up your sleeves to get things done, PitchBook is the place for you.

About the Role

As a member of the Editorial team, you will spend each day immersed in the private markets, aiming to help our customers be better investors, advisors, and market participants. The work you will do plays a direct role in the evolution of the industry!

Everyone on our team is supported by a flexible work environment and a culture that promotes curiosity, collaboration, and professional development. We prioritize recognition and respect across all roles and have a high level of camaraderie. The fast-growing nature of our organization provides ample opportunity to advance in your career and explore what interests you.

As we continue investing in the talent of our group, our coverage has evolved rapidly over multiple industries and geographies. Our insights are routinely cited by top-tier publications and sought after by prominent players in the financial markets. In addition to publishing timely market insights, we also partner closely with our Product, Engineering, and Data Operations teams to continually enhance our datasets and develop unique tools that have a material impact on our customers’ workflows. There is no better time to join us!

PitchBook’s Data Analyst works with private markets transaction data to develop meaningful insights into a fascinating industry and power our industry leading private equity, M&A, venture capital, and emerging technology research. In addition, you will leverage your analysis skills to interpret client data requests and deliver packaged analytics used by some of the largest private capital investors, investment banks, and service providers globally. Our team utilizes technical data analysis skills in conjunction with deep financial and private capital markets industry knowledge to deliver the most accurate and digestible information to our clients.

Primary Job Responsibilities

  • Utilize strong Microsoft Excel, SQL, and other programming language skills to provide high-quality data analysis and support to clients, internal stakeholders, and select media outlets.
  • Serve as data expert for all use cases that utilize PitchBook’s broad database.
  • Contribute to research and analysis across our core private equity, M&A, venture capital, and emerging technology coverage areas.
  • Work closely with research analysts to identify unique data points to support research, while also identifying unique tables and graphs to clearly illustrate that information.
  • Manage and complete time-sensitive custom research requests for clients.
  • Contribute to and provide data support to broader editorial teams as they develop content for blog posts, data-graphics, and newsletter stories.
  • Manage and respond to inquiries from clients, press, internal colleagues, and the general public regarding data requests and published research.
  • Support the vision and values of the company through role modeling and encouraging desired behaviors.
  • Participate in various company initiatives and projects.

Skills

Data Analysis
Private Markets
Financial Markets
Market Insights
Data Operations
Collaboration
Professional Development

PitchBook

Provider of private market data insights

About PitchBook

PitchBook provides detailed information and insights on private market data, focusing on venture capital, private equity, and mergers and acquisitions (M&A). Its main product is the PitchBook Platform, which consists of various software applications that allow users to access a vast database of information about companies, deals, investors, and funds. This platform is subscription-based, meaning clients pay for different levels of access based on their needs. PitchBook stands out from competitors by offering comprehensive data that is essential for investment professionals, business executives, and advisors, particularly in Europe and North America. The company's goal is to empower its clients to make informed investment decisions and stay updated on market trends.

Seattle, WashingtonHeadquarters
2007Year Founded
$13.4MTotal Funding
ACQUISITIONCompany Stage
Quantitative Finance, Financial ServicesIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Flexible work program
Generous PTO
Paid sick days
Company-wide days off
Learning & development opportunities
401k & company matching
Medical, dental and vision insurance
HSA+FSA Accounts
Paid parental leave
Transportation stipend
Team building & company-wide events

Risks

Leadership transition risk as founder John Gabbert steps down from CEO role.
Increased competition from platforms like Intapp's DealCloud challenges PitchBook's market position.
Potential over-reliance on the North American market exposes PitchBook to regional downturns.

Differentiation

PitchBook offers comprehensive data on venture capital, private equity, and M&A.
The PitchBook Platform provides award-winning software applications for unparalleled data insights.
PitchBook serves a diverse clientele, including investment professionals and business executives.

Upsides

Increased demand for ESG data presents a new expansion opportunity for PitchBook.
The rise of SPACs creates a market for SPAC-related insights on PitchBook's platform.
Growing interest in secondary market transactions could expand PitchBook's database offerings.

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