We are global private markets specialists delivering tailored investment solutions, advisory services, and impactful, data driven insights to the world’s investors. Leveraging the power of our platform and our peerless intelligence across sectors, strategies, and geographies, we help identify the advantages and the answers our clients need to succeed.

POSITION OVERVIEW

As part of StepStone’s Portfolio Analytics and Reporting team (‘SPAR’), the Junior Analyst will play a major role in data collection and governance related to venture capital portfolio companies. This information is critical for reports that drive investment decisions and portfolio tracking. This role will also assist with various performance analyses, projects, and ad-hoc requests. This will be a fast-paced and dynamic environment that is ideal for those who want to continuously tackle challenging problems and learn new things.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Supports StepStone VC Investment and Business Intelligence Teams by maintaining internal investment database while overseeing data collection process. This includes, but is not limited to:
- Maintenance of data fields and records to power investment reporting
- Creation of new dataflows (SQL querying, data transformations
- Generating reports to satisfy the quarterly needs of internal and external stakeholders
Assisting with LP/Investor data requests
Work with StepStone VC Investment Team and related technology teams to develop new internal process efficiencies involving data storage, collection, and utilization
Gain knowledge and experience working with data from private markets general partners and companies, including limited partnership and direct security investments
Performs other duties as requested or as responsibilities dictate

EDUCATION AND/OR WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or Data Science related field preferred.
Demonstrated record of academic success
Experience in financial services preferred, but not required

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Strong Microsoft Excel skills (mandatory); this role involves working heavily with datasets in Excel, and being comfortable with basic functions (VLOOKUP, SUMIFS, etc.) is necessary
Familiarity with relational databases and experience with basic SQL
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong attention to detail – data is sensitive so operating with strong attention to detail is key
Critical thinking – Thinking strategically about internal processes and striving for efficiency
Ability to meet tight deadlines, work extra hours, when necessary, manage multiple ongoing projects, and work well within a team
Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner both verbally and in writing with your team

Salary: $25 / hour

At StepStone, we believe that our people are our most important asset and crucial to our success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to create an environment that empowers our employees and allows them to be heard, regardless of title or tenure. Our organizational community features multiple Employment Resource Groups as well as mentorship programs to enhance the employee experience for all.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, StepStone does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply.

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About the company

StepStone Group manages private market investments for institutions and private wealth clients, building portfolios around their return goals and cash needs. Its separately managed accounts let investors tailor exposure across private equity, infrastructure, private debt and real estate. The firm commits capital to outside funds, buys stakes in existing funds and invests alongside other investment managers. It also advises clients on portfolio design and tracks their investments, earning management and advisory fees plus a share of investment gains through performance fees. StepStone Group was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in New York.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2007

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

Fee income avoids one-client dependence: StepStone's May 2026 filing shows no client above 5% of management and advisory fees.
Infrastructure investment capacity expanded: in August 2026, StepStone raised $1.7 billion for its secondaries fund and related accounts.
StepStone supports employees with education debt: its standing benefits include student loan repayment and parental leave coaching.

What critics are saying

Carry recipients face repayment risk: StepStone's employee profit-sharing awards include after-tax clawbacks when underlying performance fees reverse.
Private wealth liquidity is restricted: StepStone's private credit vehicles disclose significant withdrawal constraints and no public trading market.
Appraisal marks lag transactions: StepStone's real estate research documents gaps between fund carrying values and property trading prices.

What makes StepStone Group unique

StepStone sells its investment intelligence: SPI gives clients research, portfolio reporting, cash-flow planning and deal-level benchmarking.
Fund-manager access feeds selection: StepStone advisory teams hold more than 5,600 manager meetings yearly.
StepStone supports other investors' companies: its Portfolio Impact program connects their businesses with global corporates and talent.

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Benefits

Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Mental Health Support
Paid Vacation
Wellness Program

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