Research Manager

Conduct research on Venture Capital, Private Equity, Infrastructure and Private Credit trends across Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), Latin America, Africa, Asia and the Middle East to provide comprehensive proprietary data to member firms and increase transparency among private investments in the emerging markets. Conduct financial analyses related to investments and private capital funds. Evaluate and compare the relative quality of various securities in a given industry. Evaluate capital needs and assess market conditions. Employ financial models to develop solutions to financial problems. Assess the financial or capital impact of transactions. Cultivate strong relationships and support GPCAs business development initiatives with existing and potential member firms during investor meetings and conferences. Lead production of special reports, research briefs and investor presentations on private capital trends in emerging markets and potential drivers of investor interest. Increase awareness of GPCA to improve relations with potential stakeholders and promote GPCA' s mandate. Requirements: - Bachelors degree in Economics, Finance, or a similar discipline and six months of experience required in a research, financial, or market analysis environment. - Knowledge of emerging markets and alternative asset classes including private equity, venture capital, infrastructure, real estate and technology. - Experience with third-party financial datasets (e.g. Bloomberg, S&P Capital IQ, PitchBook, etc.). - Experience working in relational databases. - Advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint, including pivot tables, formulas, trend analysis, and charting skills. - Knowledge of private capital fund structures and debt and equity securities, as well as capital markets regulatory filings and disclosure practices across the United States, United Kingdom, EU and emerging markets.