Senior Director Analyst, Venture Capital and Private Equity (US Remote)

About the role

Gartner is looking for a Senior Director Analyst to join its Global Invest Practice within the Emerging Technology research group. The role bridges tech innovation and capital markets for Venture Capital (VC) and Private Equity (PE) clients, focusing on invest strategy rather than buy/sell/hold advice. It is a US remote position.

Key responsibilities

• Create innovative, thought-provoking insights and thought leadership that give clients actionable approaches to their needs.
• Analyze client barriers and needs, then reframe thinking to drive strategy forward.
• Establish insights positions across a team of analysts and bring provocative, independent insights to Gartner leaders.
• Research, analyze and predict market trends and shifts, and advise clients and prospects through virtual or face-to-face interactions.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior institutional investors, VC and PE partners, representing Gartner at global market events and client briefings.
• Create and deliver presentations at Gartner events, conferences and client briefings, and provide sales support as the voice of the market.
• Review content, mentor junior team members, propose research process improvements and collaborate with peers.

Required profile

• 12+ years of relevant experience in Venture Capital, Private Equity, Buy-Side Equity Research or Strategic Consulting within technology markets.
• Deep familiarity with private investment lifecycles, valuation drivers, deal sourcing, due diligence and portfolio management.
• Proven track record of turning technical complexity and market signals into investment theses and risk/reward frameworks.
• Executive presence and ability to engage buy-side partners, investment committees and fund leaders.
• Advanced degree (Masters in Finance, Economics, Business/MBA, STEM or PhD) preferred.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% where applicable.

Required skills

• Strong research, writing, analytical and presentation skills.
• Ability to synthesize data and defend conclusions to clients.
• Comfortable presenting at large and small-scale speaking engagements.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate in a matrixed, multicultural global team.

What we offer

• Base salary estimated between 172,000 and 202,500 USD, with possible variation.
• Annual bonus or an uncapped sales incentive plan.
• Paid time off and a 401k match up to 7,200 USD per year.
• Opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount.