Job Description Summary For over forty years, HarbourVest has been home to a committed team of professionals with an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to deliver impactful solutions to our clients and investing partners. As our global firm grows, we continue to add individuals who seek a collaborative, open-door culture that values diversity and innovative thinking. In our collegial environment that’s marked by low turnover and high energy, you’ll be inspired to grow and thrive. Here, you will be encouraged to build on your strengths and acquire new skills and experiences. We are committed to fostering an environment of inclusion that promotes mutual respect among all employees. Understanding and valuing these differences optimizes the potential of both the individual and the firm. HarbourVest is an equal opportunity employer. This position will be a hybrid work arrangement. You will receive 18 remote workdays per quarter to use at your discretion, subject to manager approval. For example, you may choose to work in the office 4 days per week and take one remote day weekly (typically 13 weeks per quarter), leaving 5 additional remote days to be used as needed. HarbourVest Partners is seeking an Associate - Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) who will support the Director, Enterprise Risk Management with the maintenance of the risk framework, incident management and the buildout of risk metrics. This role will focus on both the enterprise operational areas and technology functions that will conduct the independent identification and assessment of risks and issues. Grow your career with a firm known for its entrepreneurial spirit and collaborative culture. The ideal candidate is someone who is: Exceptionally analytical and diligent Demonstrates skill in managing and evaluating risk Adept at using data to drive decision-making A strong communicator and great teammate Ambitious with a dedication to continuous improvement Experienced in implementing risk management frameworks including facilitation of the Risk and Controls Self-Assessment (RCSA) process What you will do: Maintain the enterprise/operational risk frameworks, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and regulatory requirements Facilitate the Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) process Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop, implement and monitor risk mitigation strategies and action plans Support the ERM Incident Management Program through risk event triage Utilize AI to enhance risk analytics Provide training and support on risk management approaches And other responsibilities as required What you bring: Demonstrated background in ERM or a related area Understanding of financial services operational risks, controls, and processes Strong analytical skills and attention to detail Ability to communicate complex risk concepts clearly Critical thinking and problem-solving skills Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and deliver a high-quality work product while meeting key deadlines Ability to build and manage relationships with internal and external partners across all levels at the Firm Strong ethical standards and professional integrity Education Preferred: Bachelor of Arts (B.A) / Bachelor of Science (B.S) or equivalent experience in Accounting, Finance, or Management Information Systems Experience: 5-8 Years experience in enterprise risk management or a similar role preferred (Senior Associate level) Proficiency in Excel, Word and PowerPoint required; ServiceNow or similar GRC tool experience preferred #LI-Hybrid Base Salary Range $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 This USD base salary range represents only one component of total compensation for this role and is provided in accordance with local requirements. This role is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, which is determined based on individual and overall firm performance. In addition to salary and bonus, total compensation may include eligibility for long-term reward programs and a comprehensive total rewards package that may include retirement, health, insurance, paid time off, and wellness programs. Our total rewards offerings are influenced by several business factors, and eligibility for certain components will vary by position and geography. Please note the posted ranges do not apply outside the U.S. and should not be converted to other currencies as a proxy for compensation in other countries. HarbourVest is an independent, global private markets firm with over 43 years of experience and more than $146 billion of assets under management as of June 30, 2025. Our interwoven platform provides clients access to global primary funds, secondary transactions, direct co-investments, real assets and infrastructure, and private credit. Our strengths extend across strategies, enabled by our team of more than 1,270 employees, including more than 230 investment professionals across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Across our private markets platform, our team has committed more than $64 billion to newly-formed funds, completed over $66 billion in secondary purchases, and invested over $49 billion in direct operating companies. We partner strategically and plan our offerings innovatively to provide our clients with access, insight, and global opportunities.

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