Sr. Editor, Private Equity

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:

As a member of the Editorial team, you will spend each day immersed in the private markets, aiming to help our customers be better investors, advisors, and market participants. The work you will do plays a direct role in the evolution of the industry!  

Everyone on our team is supported by a flexible work environment and a culture that promotes curiosity, collaboration, and professional development. We prioritize recognition and respect across all roles and have a high level of camaraderie. The fast-growing nature of our organization provides ample opportunity to advance in your career and explore what interests you.  

As we continue investing in the talent of our group, our coverage has evolved rapidly over multiple industries and geographies. Our insights are routinely cited by top-tier publications and sought after by prominent players in the financial markets. In addition to publishing timely market insights, we also partner closely with our Product, Engineering, and Data Operations teams to continually enhance our datasets and develop unique tools that have a material impact on our customers’ workflows. There is no better time to join us!  

PitchBook's News team is looking for a Sr. Editor, Private Equity who is deeply familiar with the private equity industry and has excellent writing and editing skills and a passion for developing reporters. You will be responsible for directing our News team’s coverage of the private equity ecosystem and editing articles in addition to your own reporting.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Guide and mentor a team of reporters, ensuring consistent quality and depth across our private equity coverage 
• Collaborate with stakeholders to shape the editorial strategy, identifying emerging trends and key themes in private equity, private credit, and infrastructure 
• Provide in-depth analysis and context around private equity fundraising, dealmaking, fund performance, and the economic, regulatory, and other forces shaping the market 
• Work closely with research and data analysts to turn complex data sets into accessible and visually compelling stories 
• Assign and edit articles that maintain editorial standards and appeal to private equity fund managers and institutional investors 
• Plan and deliver coverage in step with the publishing schedule of our daily newsletter 
• Lead regular team meetings and guide the story selection process 
• Conduct quarterly performance reviews 
• Travel to conferences and team leadership meetings as needed 
• Engage with the private equity industry and obsess over strategies to grow our audience
• Excellent communication skills and strong cross-team collaboration—all executed in a way that engenders a positive working culture
• Contribute to a positive working culture through professionalism, accountability, and an ability to manage complex tasks and foster collaboration
• Support the vision and values of the company through role modeling and encouraging desired behaviors
• Participate in various company initiatives and projects as requested

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree 
• 7+ years of experience in journalism, with a focus on private equity, M&A, or financial markets 
• Deep understanding of private equity, fundraising, M&A activity, and market dynamics 
• Proficiency in interpreting financial data and trends, with experience working alongside data teams to enhance storytelling 
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, with a sharp eye for detail and a