Private Equity Jobs in Massachusetts

Private Equity jobs in Massachusetts concentrate in financial services, technology, life sciences, and healthcare, making Boston one of the most active private equity markets in the country with roles at every level from analyst to managing director. The deepest hiring is in Boston, Cambridge, and Waltham, where firms like Bain Capital, General Catalyst, and TA Associates maintain significant operations. The most in-demand specialties are deal sourcing, portfolio operations, and healthcare-focused investing. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles16
Top employerPwC
Top cityBoston, MA
Cities hiring2
Work type60% Hybrid
Top industryAccounting

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SEI Investments
Fund Accounting Manager, Private Equity / Hedge Funds (Boston Based)
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SEI Investments
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Fund Accounting Manager, Private Equity / Hedge Funds (Boston Based)
SEI Investments
Boston, Massachusetts
Business Development
Customer Success
Program Management
Project Management
$105k - $160k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in finance
1,001-5,000

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Boston Consulting Group
Manager - BCG Vantage - Tech Capital in Principal Investors & Private Equity
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Boston Consulting Group
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Manager - BCG Vantage - Tech Capital in Principal Investors & Private Equity
Boston Consulting Group
Boston, Massachusetts
Business Development
Investment Banking & Capital Markets
Investment Operations
$137k - $143k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Goodwin Procter LLP
Private Equity M&A – Junior Associate
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Goodwin Procter LLP
Added 1w ago
Private Equity M&A – Junior Associate
Goodwin Procter LLP
Boston, Massachusetts
Business Development
Investment Banking & Capital Markets
Investment Operations
1,001-5,000

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SS&C
Director, Private Equity Accounting
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SS&C
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Director, Private Equity Accounting
SS&C
Boston, Massachusetts
Business Development
Events & Tourism
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
$115k - $215k/yr
Master's degree
10,000+

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Amazon Web Services
Principal, Business Development Manager, AWS Private Equity
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Amazon Web Services
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Principal, Business Development Manager, AWS Private Equity
Amazon Web Services
Boston, Massachusetts
Account Management
Business Development
Sales
$188k - $255k/yr

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Private Equity Jobs by City in Massachusetts

Where Massachusetts roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Quincy
1 job

Private Equity Job Market in Massachusetts

A snapshot from current Massachusetts openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

PwC
PwC2 open roles
RSM
RSM2 open roles
Goodwin Procter LLP
Goodwin Procter LLP2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Accounting & Auditing
  • Technology & Software
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Massachusetts Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in private equity jobs across Massachusetts.

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or accounting from an accredited institution
  • Two or more years of investment banking, management consulting, or related deal experience
  • Demonstrated financial modeling and valuation skills including LBO and DCF analysis
  • Strong understanding of due diligence processes and transaction documentation
  • CFA designation or active progress toward the CFA charter preferred by many Massachusetts firms
  • Experience working with portfolio company management teams on operational or strategic initiatives

Private Equity Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a private equity professional in Massachusetts?

The most direct path into private equity in Massachusetts starts with two to three years in investment banking or management consulting, followed by an associate-level role at a firm. Massachusetts does not require a state-issued license to work in private equity. A CFA charter strengthens candidacy, and an MBA from a program like Harvard Business School or MIT Sloan significantly accelerates advancement into senior roles at Boston-area firms.

Which companies hire private equity professionals in Massachusetts?

Massachusetts private equity roles are posted by PwC, RSM, and Goodwin Procter LLP and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Boston's concentration of healthcare, technology, and growth-equity firms means the hiring base is unusually broad compared to most U.S. markets outside New York.

Which Massachusetts cities have the most private equity jobs?

Boston and Quincy account for the largest share of private equity openings in Massachusetts. Boston's financial district anchors the market, while Cambridge draws firms focused on life sciences and technology investing, and Waltham's Route 128 corridor hosts a dense cluster of growth-equity and venture offices that consistently recruit across deal and operations functions.

Are there remote private equity jobs in Massachusetts?

Yes, but they're relatively limited. About 80% of private equity openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the relationship-driven and in-person nature of deal work. The roles most likely to carry remote or hybrid flexibility are investor relations, portfolio reporting, and back-office finance rather than deal execution or business development positions.

How can I get hired in private equity in Massachusetts with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry point is a financial analyst role at a Boston-area investment bank, Big Four accounting firm, or corporate development team, which builds the modeling and deal exposure Massachusetts private equity firms expect. Firms like Bain Capital and General Catalyst recruit from these pipelines, and some growth-equity shops hire directly from top MBA programs at Harvard and MIT. A CFA exam pass or a strong track in corporate finance strengthens your case significantly.

Where can I find and apply to private equity jobs in Massachusetts?

You can find and apply to private equity jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the state. Search the listings, identify the roles that match your background and target firm type, and apply directly to the ones that fit. No profile creation is required to see and apply to the openings.

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