Operational Due Diligence Deal Manager

Hamilton Lane is looking to expand their 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.

The Operational Due Diligence team at Hamilton Lane performs comprehensive operational reviews of private market investments that the firm is considering for client portfolios as well as performs ongoing operational oversight of existing investments. The ODD Deal Manager is responsible for leading deal teams on assigned investment opportunities and ensuring completion of the firm's operational diligence processes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the operational assessment of primary fund opportunities
• Lead meetings and discussions with investment managers
• Manage the completion of due diligence reports for discussion with the ODD team and management as well as internal constituents
• Review background checks provided by third parties and address findings with internal teams and investment sponsors
• Perform ongoing monitoring of investments, including analyzing fund financial statements and investment activity, to ensure compliance with partnership agreements
• Perform ongoing monitoring of manager ADV filings and other publicly available information
• Evaluate legal agreements alongside of internal counsel to ensure operational issues are adequately addressed as needed
• Participate in interviewing, hiring, and training of junior employees
• Developing market intelligence and industry best practice by liaising with fund managers, fund administrators, and external auditors to identify possible process enhancements
• Keeping abreast of market developments, industry trends and regulatory matters that could impact private equity managers
• Assist with other duties and special projects as needed

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 3 years direct operational due diligence in the alternative investment industry and preferably 1 year leading operational due diligence meetings with investment managers
• Thorough understanding of investment company financial statements and other standard private markets related reporting
• Bachelor's Degree
• CPA, CAIA, or CFA desired
• Knowledge of the private equity industry
• Background analyzing the operational risks within private equity funds or other relevant background e.g. Big 4 audit firm with a focus on asset management clients
• Dynamic, smart, hard-working, self-starter attributes and an ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management both internally and externally
• Understanding of risk management methodologies
• Strong verbal and written communications skills
• Must be detail oriented, organized and possess strong analytical skills with an interest and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point) Other Requirements /Functions
• Flexibility to travel up to 25%

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.

As a registered investment adviser, employees of Hamilton Lane may be subject to certain limitations on political contribution and personal investment activities.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, please contact Human Resources at 610-617-2046 (US).

Please note that in the event that you are hired by Hamilton Lane, you, your spouse or any other dependent family member living in your household will need to comply with Hamilton Lane's Personal Securities Transactions Policy and the trade pre-clearance process per Hamilton Lane's Code of Ethics. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and your household members are able to comply with this policy. Examples of the restrictions that could be placed on your activities include, but are not limited to, a requirement to pre-clear all transactions prior to execution, the inability to transact in certain securities or classes of securities and other restrictions. A copy of our Code of Ethics is available upon request. Please note that having a personal trading account will not prohibit you from being employed by Hamilton Lane.