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# Portfolio Management, Analyst/Associate at GCM Grosvenor

- **Company:** GCM Grosvenor
- **Location:** New York New York, United States
- **Compensation:** $100k–$130k
- **Posted:** 2026-08-19
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-13
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/gcmgrosvenor/jobs/7828533003

## Job description

## SUMMARY

The Portfolio Management team’s primary focus is to construct, implement and monitor the customized portfolios GCM Grosvenor manages within our Private Equity group. Additionally, the team more broadly performs initial and final investment allocation assessments for each investment opportunity sourced across all Private Markets investment verticals.  The team creates forward-looking portfolio construction plans that align with GCM Grosvenor’s investment views while ensuring compliance with each portfolio’s stated objectives and constraints.  The team also facilitates investment committee meetings and tests and documents iterative reviews throughout the pre-investment process.  The Portfolio Management team works closely with nearly all departments across the Firm, including Investment Research, Risk Management, Finance and Legal.  In addition, the Portfolio Management team works closely with our Business Development group to create customized portfolio proposals in pursuit of new business.

As an onsite/hybrid employee, you are expected to be in the office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

## RESPONSIBILITIES

- Participate in reviewing investment opportunities to determine preliminary and final appetite and allocations based on the stated objectives for each program and Firm policy, plus document final investment allocations and rationales for each.
- Perform control function to test and document each investment against approved investment guidelines for adherence to participating GCM client program objectives and confirm any client-specific protocols are completed.
- Participate in weekly department and investment team meetings, which includes running the weekly investment committee meetings.
- Participate in review and monitoring target portfolio plans for GCM client programs to ensure portfolio is being properly constructed in accordance with applicable objectives and constraints.
- Maintain good knowledge base of underlying private equity funds and current investment themes.
- Prepare and review periodic client portfolio update presentation materials/customized deliverables.
- Serve as a primary coordinator of Investment execution process, working with various groups to ensure that all stages of investment diligence are completed, closing & funding dates are tracked, and participating client programs and amounts are communicated broadly.
- Work on special projects as needed, such as broad investment process or strategic development projects.

## GENERAL EDUCATION, SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

The individual should have broad-based investment and capital markets knowledge.  Specific knowledge of the private equity industry and various strategies would be a significant enhancement.  The ideal experience and critical competencies for the role include the following:

- Bachelor’s Degree with a concentration in Finance, Economics, Accounting or a related field with a superior grade point average.
- 1 - 3 years working in an investment, operations or accounting role within an asset management firm or top tier public accounting firm.
- Overall familiarity with the alternative investments industry and a working knowledge of a broad range of private equity strategies.
- Superior written and verbal communication skills.  The ability to articulate thoughts in a clear and concise manner to both clients and staff through written correspondence, presentations and in meetings.
- Highly proficient with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint and experience working with Power BI.
- Exposure to AI and enthusiasm for leveraging AI-enabled tools like Claude and ChatGPT to improve productivity, workflows, and business intelligence.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment.
- Excellent work ethic, high degree of professionalism and integrity, and commitment to team in a goal-oriented environment.
- Superior organization, decision making and problem-solving skills with the demonstrated initiative and ability to manage tasks and projects independently from start to finish.
- Flexibility and adaptability to handle changing priorities pertaining to work flow.
- Strong attention to detail and concern for quality and accuracy of final product (and ability to balance that concern with deadlines).
- The ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a cross functional team environment.
- Team player, self-starter, and independent thinker.
- The ability to recognize the requirements of confidentiality.
- Proven ability to work both independently and within a team.

In terms of cultural fit, the successful candidate will be self-motivated and be energized by working amongst a group of thoughtful, smart, fast-paced and successful colleagues.  The successful candidate will enjoy being a part of an organization focused on excellence, will be a naturally collaborative individual who enjoys interacting with individuals at all levels and will be a strong team player with a proactive approach and the ability to take initiative with discretion and judgment Actual base salary may vary based on factors such as individual's experience, skills, and qualifications for the role.  Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on factors such as individual, team, and company performance as well as a comprehensive benefits package.

## NEW YORK ANNUAL PAY RANGE

$100,000—$130,000 USD

## ABOUT THE FIRM

GCM Grosvenor (Nasdaq: GCMG) is a global alternative asset management solutions provider with approximately $97 billion in assets under management across private equity, infrastructure, real estate, credit, and absolute return investment strategies.

The firm has specialized in alternatives for more than 54 years and has a diverse, engaged team of approximately 560 professionals serving a global client base. Eligible employees can elect to participate in comprehensive healthcare coverage (including medical, dental, vision and life insurance), flexible spending accounts, and the employer sponsored retirement plan.  Additionally, employees are eligible for paid time off, parental leave, short-term and long-term disability, as well as other care/wellness programs.

The firm is headquartered in Chicago, with offices in New York, Toronto, London, Frankfurt, Tokyo, Hong Kong, Seoul, and Sydney. For more information, visit: [gcmgrosvenor.com](https://www.gcmgrosvenor.com).

## EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F/D/V

## About GCM Grosvenor

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: GCM Grosvenor is a global alternative investment management firm providing customized investment solutions across private equity, infrastructure, real estate, credit, and absolute return strategies.
- **Entity Type**: Public (Nasdaq ticker: GCMG)
- **Headquarters**: Chicago, Illinois, United States
- **Founded**: 1971
- **Founders**: Not publicly available (founded as Grosvenor Capital Management)

## Core Business
- Primary industry/industries: Alternative Investment Management, Asset Management, Financial Services
- Target customers: Institutional investors (pension funds, endowments, foundations), family offices, and individual investors
- Mission or purpose statement: To deliver innovative, tailored, and diversified investment solutions to clients globally, leveraging over 50 years of alternative investing expertise and an open-architecture platform.

## Products & Services
- **Private Equity**: Multi-manager portfolios, co-investments, and customized separate accounts across private equity strategies. ($19B AUM)
- **Infrastructure**: Direct and fund investments in infrastructure assets globally. ($7B AUM)
- **Real Estate**: Private real estate investment strategies and portfolios. ($27B AUM)
- **Credit**: Credit-focused alternative investment strategies. ($17B AUM)
- **Absolute Return Strategies**: Hedge fund portfolios and customized hedge fund solutions. ($33B AUM)

The firm operates on an open-architecture platform, providing access to strategies, sectors, and geographies worldwide.
*Source: [gcmgrosvenor.com](https://www.gcmgrosvenor.com/)*

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available (ticker GCMG, at $91B AUM as of March 31, 2026, with total AUM across all strategies: $91B)
- **Key Metric**: $91B in assets under management (AUM) as of March 31, 2026, with $33B in Absolute Return, $27B in Real Estate, $19B in Private Equity, $17B in Credit, and $7B in Infrastructure.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Serves many of the world’s largest and most sophisticated institutional and individual investors. Partners with clients globally across the Americas, Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific.
- **Growth Signals**: 50+ years in business; global expansion with offices in Chicago, New York, London, Tokyo, Hong Kong, Seoul, Toronto, Frankfurt, and Sydney (added Toronto, Frankfurt in 2021; Sydney in 2023). Listed on Nasdaq in 2014. Ranked #1 in the Major Employers category on Pensions & Investments’ 2025 Best Places to Work in Money Management list.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Longevity & Track Record**: 50+ years in the alternative investment industry, providing deep expertise across all major alternative asset classes.
- **Open-Architecture Platform**: A multi-manager, multi-strategy approach allowing tailored, diversified solutions for clients – unlike single-manager funds.
- **Global Scale & Presence**: Teams in key financial markets worldwide (Chicago, New York, London, Tokyo, Hong Kong, Seoul, Toronto, Frankfurt, Sydney) enable access to opportunities globally.
- **Innovation Pioneer**: Among the first to deliver customized hedge fund portfolios (1996) and private equity multi-manager portfolios (1999).
- **Client-First Culture**: Deep relationships and flexible, tailored solutions for each client’s unique goals.

## Strategic Focus
- Continued global expansion and deepening of presence in key markets (recent additions: Toronto, Frankfurt, Sydney).
- Delivering tailored, innovative investment solutions across the full spectrum of alternative investments.
- Investing responsibly and aligning approach with client objectives for long-term results.
- Attracting and retaining top talent through a strong culture of belonging, professional development, and social impact.

## Why Work Here
- **Award-Winning Workplace**: Ranked #1 in the Major Employers category on Pensions & Investments’ 2025 Best Places to Work in Money Management list.
- **Culture of Belonging**: Emphasizes diverse perspectives, equity, and intention to drive innovation and collaboration. Employee Resource Groups are active.
- **Comprehensive Benefits**: Generous medical, dental, vision, disability insurance; monthly wellness subsidy; paid time off, paid volunteer day, and paid parental leave; retirement benefit plans; employee assistance programs.
- **Career Development**: Summer internship and full-time analyst programs for early careers; dedicated mentorship and comprehensive training. Experienced professionals have opportunities to contribute to the firm’s long-term success while advancing their own careers.
- **Social Impact**: A decades-long tradition of community support, using time, talent, and resources to make a meaningful difference.
- **Work/Office Policy**: Positions are listed across various offices (Chicago, New York, London). Hybrid/remote policy not explicitly stated for all roles but in-office presence is likely standard for investment and client-facing roles.
- **Notable Perks/Engineering Culture**: Technology team is growing (hiring for Senior Software Engineer, Cybersecurity Engineer, IT Service Desk Manager). The firm has a "strong technology focus" within a dynamic alternative investments firm.

## Sources
1. [GCM Grosvenor Website (Overview)](https://www.gcmgrosvenor.com/)
2. [GCM Grosvenor Careers Page](https://www.gcmgrosvenor.com/careers/)
3. [GCM Grosvenor Who We Are](https://www.gcmgrosvenor.com/who-we-are/)
4. [GCM Grosvenor Open Positions (Greenhouse)](https://boards.greenhouse.io/gcmgrosvenor)
5. [GCM Grosvenor Job Application (Senior Software Engineer)](https://www.gcmgrosvenor.com/job-application/?gh_jid=7685550003)
6. [GCM Grosvenor Job Application (Infrastructure Investments Analyst - London)](https://www.gcmgrosvenor.com/job-application/?gh_jid=7761842003)

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