Data Operations Associate, Greater China

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:

At PitchBook, we believe that the Data Operations team plays a vital role in setting us apart from our competitors. We take immense pride in providing top-quality data to our customers, while also being accountable, collaborative, and receptive to feedback. Our team members are highly engaged, detail-oriented, and always eager to learn and grow as our industry evolves.

Our reputation for excellence is a direct result of our deep commitment to building the world's best private market database, and we recognize the importance of investing in our team members from day one. That's why we offer specialized training and a mentorship program that is tailored specifically to the needs of the Data Operations team.

We value and celebrate the diverse perspectives, talents, and experiences of our team members and recognize the importance of building trust and strong cross-functional partnerships. If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity to take your career to new heights, we invite you to join us at PitchBook.

Data Operations Associates on the Greater China venture capital team focus on the collection of data publicly available from websites, news, and other sources. Associates work alongside other associates on several projects related to expanding coverage of the Greater China venture capital and private equity space. These projects span multiple teams within the Data Operations department, including company secondary data operations, investor secondary data operations, and sourcing operations. You will learn our proprietary data operations processes, including advanced Boolean search techniques and complex data entry using our in-house developed Research Tool Suite (RTS). You will also be involved in the crafting and refinement of our data operations processes and workflow operations. 

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Become proficient in one of PitchBook’s core data areas of operation: venture-backed companies and surrounding eco-system entities using Boolean search techniques and publicly available sources to gain a full understanding of the investment landscape
• Enter data into PitchBook’s proprietary Research Tool Suite while adhering to complex research tracking methodologies to ensure that data is of the utmost quality
• Maintain a close eye for quality data and keeping the interests of our clients in mind while you audit and build out venture-backed company profiles
• Monitor, study, and fully understand the venture capital and private equity landscapes in the Greater China region to bring changes and refinements to our research methodologies and processes
• Assist the investor and sourcing Data Operations teams to ensure a robust pipeline of quality work for the project team as needed
• Communicate effectively and efficiently with your team lead and other stakeholders across the Data Operations department to provide updates on project progress, address roadblocks, and celebrate wins
• Work with large, often unstructured, datasets to analyze team production and level of coverage for the Chinese venture capital dataset alongside your team lead
• Support the vision and values of the company by setting an example and demonstrating desired behaviors
• Participate in various company initiatives and projects as requested

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, Economics, or equivalent work experience
• Self-motivated with an amazing attention to detail
• Analytical and process-oriented with a dedication to continuous improvement
• Focused with a high amount of mental stamina and the ability to research for long periods of time
• Ability to problem solve and use judgment to make decisions within ambiguous research situations
• Approach each task with an entrepreneurial spirit and intellectual curiosity
• Must be interested in the private equity, venture capital, and M&A industries or willing to gain industry knowledge
• Must be able to work independently and as a team member in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with SQL and Python preferred
• 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: $XXX-$XXX
• Target annual bonus percentage: X%

*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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