Goodman Masson
Head of Private Markets Valuations
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Goodman Masson are partnering with a leading global private markets investment firm to recruit a Head of Private Markets Valuations into their Investment Finance function. This is a rare opportunity for an experienced valuations professional to lead a high-profile team responsible for the valuation and oversight of a substantial portfolio of private market investments, partnering closely with senior investment professionals, executive leadership, and investor-facing teams.
The role sits within a highly commercial portfolio finance function at the centre of investment activity, combining technical valuation expertise with portfolio analysis, governance, and strategic business partnering. Alongside leading the valuation process, you will play an integral role in supporting new investments, monitoring portfolio performance, and ensuring timely, accurate information flows across the business and to external stakeholders.
The firm has built an outstanding reputation within the private markets industry and is recognised for its collaborative, entrepreneurial culture. Decision making is driven by expertise rather than hierarchy, with senior individuals encouraged to take ownership, challenge thinking, and influence the ongoing development of both the finance function and wider business. This is an excellent opportunity to shape a critical function whilst leading a high-calibre team in a fast-paced and intellectually stimulating environment.
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Responsibilities will include:
- Leading the valuation process for a portfolio of private market investments across multiple fund structures, ensuring valuations are robust, accurate, and delivered within reporting deadlines;
- Owning and continually enhancing valuation methodologies, governance processes, and internal policies in line with relevant accounting and valuation standards;
- Preparing and presenting valuation papers for governance committees, providing technical recommendations and supporting key valuation decisions;
- Partnering closely with investment teams throughout the investment lifecycle, supporting new transactions, portfolio monitoring, and investment exits;
- Acting as a key contact for new investment activity, ensuring accurate operational set-up and timely information flows across internal teams and external stakeholders;
- Monitoring portfolio performance, analysing valuation movements, emerging risks, and key trends, providing meaningful insight to senior management;
- Working closely with investor-facing teams to support portfolio analysis, fundraising activity, investor reporting, and due diligence processes;
- Managing relationships with external service providers, including fund administrators, valuation specialists, and auditors;
- Leading, mentoring, and developing a specialist valuations team whilst driving improvements across processes, controls, reporting, and technology;
- Partnering with finance, technology, and data teams to deliver automation, operational efficiencies, and continuous enhancement of the valuation framework.
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Key requirements:
- Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CPA / CIMA) with 5+ years post-qualified experience within private markets, alternative investments, or a comparable investment management environment;
- Deep experience in private markets valuations, ideally with a strong background in private credit. Candidates with extensive private equity valuation experience will also be considered;
- Strong understanding of valuation methodologies, governance frameworks, and accounting standards applicable to private market investments;
- Proven experience leading, developing, and influencing high-performing teams, with the ability to operate confidently with senior investment professionals, executives, and external stakeholders;
- Experience working with external administrators, auditors, and other third-party service providers;
- Excellent analytical and commercial judgement, with the confidence to challenge assumptions and make robust valuation recommendations;
- A proactive, solutions-focused approach with a track record of improving processes, strengthening controls, and enhancing reporting capabilities;
- Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills, with previous exposure to governance committees, investor interactions, or executive-level presentations being highly advantageous.
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