Private Markets Oversight, Specialist

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Private Markets Oversight, Specialist

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As Vanguard continues to expand our private markets and alternative investment capabilities, we are building the governance, oversight, and operational framework necessary to support this strategic growth. To help advance that vision, we are hiring a US TA Third Party Management Analyst within Transfer Agent Governance & Oversight.

This role will play a foundational part in establishing and managing Vanguard's oversight model for our private investments transfer agency relationship, helping ensure we deliver a scalable, controlled, and investor-focused operating model as the business continues to evolve.

Responsibilities

• Support oversight of State Street's transfer agency services for Vanguard's private investment products
• Execute third-party governance and monitoring activities, including service reviews, issue management, KPI/KRI reporting, and operational performance oversight
• Partner with internal stakeholders to establish governance, control, and escalation frameworks
• Identify risks, control gaps, and operational improvement opportunities across the private markets operating model
• Contribute to contract management, vendor governance, and regulatory readiness activities
• Develop reporting and insights for senior leadership to support decision-making and transparency
• Support business readiness activities as Vanguard continues to scale its private investments platform

Why This Role Matters

• Directly supports Vanguard's expansion into private markets and alternative investments
• Helps establish the future-state third-party oversight model for one of Vanguard's newest strategic capabilities
• Influences how Vanguard manages operational risk, governance, and service delivery across a critical external partner
• Provides broad exposure to senior leaders, cross-functional partners, and industry-leading service providers
• Offers the opportunity to help shape a growing business area from its early stages

Who Will Thrive

We're looking for someone who:

• Is naturally curious and enjoys solving complex operational challenges
• Can balance strategic thinking with strong execution and attention to detail
• Builds trusted partnerships and collaborates effectively across diverse stakeholder groups
• Demonstrates ownership, initiative, and sound judgment
• Has an interest in third-party oversight, governance, risk management, and private markets
• Is energized by helping build new capabilities and operating models

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years related work experience. Two years of managing a project preferred. Financial Services or function-specific experience preferred.
• Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Special Factors

Sponsorship

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.