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 seeks a talented financial journalist for the private equity deals beat. In this high-profile assignment, you’ll be PitchBook’s lead reporter covering the deals and deal-makers in the $3 trillion private equity industry. You’ll keep abreast of the top firms’ portfolios, management teams, and fundraising strategies, providing breaking news and analysis on deals and other notable events in this asset class.  

　　Primary Job Responsibilities:

　　Write several articles a week as needed, comprising short-form and in-depth features, about the dealmaking landscape in private equity  Develop and cultivate a network of trusted industry sources  Produce insightful, informative analysis and trend pieces, leveraging PitchBook’s proprietary data along with traditional newsgathering methods  Report on breaking news as warranted about portfolio companies, private equity firms, and major developments across the industry  Typical articles will be analytical and forward-looking, combining traditional reporting with quantitative analysis and a heavy dose of data visualization to bolster the storytelling  Write as needed occasional news briefs, commentaries, and other content for PitchBook’s newsletters   

　　Skills and Qualifications:

　　At least 3 years of experience in financial journalism, ideally covering the private markets  Demonstrated news judgment and an ability to cover the beat at a high caliber  Excellent writing, including an ability to establish a narrative based on conceptual and data-focused themes  Write clearly and concisely, with minimal rewriting by editors  Must be a team player who collaborates across the news team and other departments  Translating complex financial and tech topics with an engaging and authoritative voice  Ability to interview a wide variety of industry professionals, regulators, analysts, and others  Competency in building complex data sets and performing robust quantitative analysis  Skill in using tools for data-driven storytelling  Initiative and ability to pitch and develop your own story topics independently  Work well under deadline pressure, sometimes turning out news stories on short notice  Ability to travel to industry events and meet in person with professional sources  Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite including in-depth knowledge of Outlook, Word, and Excel with the ability to pick up new systems and software easily   

　　Benefits + Compensation at PitchBook:

　　Physical Health

　　Comprehensive health benefits Additional medical wellness incentives STD, LTD, AD&D, and life insurance  

　　Emotional Health

　　Paid sabbatical program after four years Paid family and paternity leave  Annual educational stipend Ability to apply for tuition reimbursement CFA exam stipend  Robust training programs on industry and soft skills  Employee assistance program Generous allotment of vacation days, sick days, and volunteer days   

　　Social Health 

　　Matching gifts program Employee resource groups Subsidized emergency childcare   Dependent Care FSA Company-wide events Employee referral bonus program   Quarterly team building events  

　　Financial Health 

　　401k match Shared ownership employee stock program  Monthly transportation stipend    

　　*Please be aware the above PitchBook benefit and perk offerings are subject to corresponding plan and policy documents and may change during the course of your employment.

　　Compensation

　　Annual base salary: $67,025-$110,000 Target annual bonus percentage: 7.5%  

　　*Starting pay will be based on several factors and commensurate with qualifications & experience. We also have a location-based compensation structure; there may be different ranges for candidates by location. 

　　Working Conditions:

　　The job conditions for this position are in a standard office setting. Employees in this position use PC and phone on an on-going basis throughout the day. Limited corporate travel may be required to remote offices or other business meetings and events.

　　Life At PB:

　　We are consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work and our culture is at the heart of our success. It’s our fundamental belief that people do and create great things and that people are the cornerstone of prosperity. We believe that proactively seeking out different points of view, listening to others, learning, and reflecting on what we’ve heard creates a sense of belonging within PitchBook and strengthens the PitchBook community.

　　We are excited to get to know you and your background. Concerned that you might not meet every requirement? We encourage you to still apply as you might be the right candidate for the role or other roles at PitchBook.

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