Global Head of Valuations

Global Head of Valuations – Private Equity Fund

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The Opportunity:

Finatal is working with a global asset manager that is looking to hire a Global Head of Valuations and Valuations to lead across their private equity platform.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an established leading private markets investor with a strong track record. The role will be responsible for overseeing portfolio reporting, valuation processes, and the operational infrastructure that supports a growing global investment platform.

The preferred candidate will have had prior experience in this function at a direct private equity investor.

The Role:

Leadership & Strategic Oversight

• Lead and develop a team responsible for operational execution and valuation oversight across the Direct Private Equity portfolio;
• Define strategic priorities for the function and drive the implementation of scalable, efficient, and automated processes;
• Serve as the key coordination point for internal stakeholders, valuation committees, auditors, and external service providers;
• Oversee the production and refinement of recurring reporting packages for investment teams, senior management, auditors, and limited partners;
• Ensure consistency and accuracy in the reconciliation of NAV, financial data, and key performance metrics across internal and external systems;

Valuation Oversight

• Manage the quarterly and annual valuation cycles for direct investments in close collaboration with investment professionals and external valuation advisors;
• Review and challenge valuation models (e.g. DCF, market comparables, precedent transactions) in accordance with fair value standards and internal policies;
• Act as a senior interface during audit processes and internal valuation governance reviews;

Platform & Process Development

• Design and optimize operational frameworks to support the growth of the Direct Private Equity platform;
• Collaborate with technology teams to enhance systems integration, improve data quality, and ensure reliable data architecture across CRM, reporting, and analytics environments;
• Maintain comprehensive process documentation and internal controls;

Stakeholder Coordination

• Coordinate with fund administrators, tax advisors, and auditors to ensure accurate and timely execution of operational tasks;
• Act as a senior point of contact for investor operational inquiries and support capital raising efforts through tailored analytics and reporting;
• Foster a culture of operational excellence, knowledge-sharing, and continuous improvement.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related discipline;
• Minimum 8+ years of relevant experience in private equity operations, portfolio reporting, or valuation oversight, including team leadership responsibilities;
• Strong technical understanding of private equity structures, valuation methodologies, and regulatory requirements;
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Power BI, Anaplan, Snowflake, or similar platforms is a distinct advantage;
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and manage multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment;
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and project management skills.

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