It is all about the people - Executive Assistant PitchBook Employee Review

4.0
Apr 7, 2015
Recommend
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Pros

PitchBook is great because the people are great. Nearly everyone on every team is accommodating, sharp and dedicated to the company. Most of the team is young and exceptionally talented which translates to a constantly engaging work environment. If you are looking for a company to launch your career, gain invaluable experience, work with an amazing team and be professionally challenged, PitchBook is it. Three important things to know when considering a role at PitchBook: 1. Your colleagues will be for you. PitchBook, across all teams, is hugely collaborative and everyone is willing to help, teach and challenge each other. 2. Your work will make a difference. Admittedly, some roles are more mundane than others but because the company continues to grow rapidly, there is always something to do. Many teams have established career paths and for most employees, the opportunity is what you make it. One of my favorite PB stories is of a colleague who in 3 years time, created a new department and continues to grow a team under her. 3. The culture cannot be beat. Although the company culture continues to evolve, you can still count on having fun at work. The management team has put in a ton of effort into keeping their teams connected and engaged. You can plan on regular company events, impromptu gatherings and team happy hours.

Cons

PitchBook continues to grow rapidly and it is no surprise that one of the biggest challenges is scaling. The company growth goals are aggressive and at times this means there is too much to do without adequate support. I fully believe that as the management team grows and key positions are filled, issues like communication, professional development and internal resources will be addressed.

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5.0
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Pros

chill team, not too much work, really nice people

Cons

cliquey and announced a 5 day in person rule after hiring 50% of its company on a hybrid promise

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PitchBook Response
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Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re glad you had a positive experience with your team and colleagues. We recognize that changes to workplace expectations can be challenging, and we continue to focus on communicating clearly as decisions evolve.
2.0
Apr 13, 2026
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Pros

Solid product, talented peers, and meaningful exposure to the private markets. You can build useful skills in account management and other customer-facing roles. Many individual contributors are smart, capable, and supportive of one another.

Cons

The biggest risk here is not the product or the day-to-day work - it is leadership. In some offices and teams, senior leaders create an environment where trust is low, expectations are inconsistent, and favoritism or perception can matter more than performance. Instead of clear direction and constructive support, employees are often left dealing with shifting standards, mixed messages, and a culture where appearances matter too much. Basic respect is not always there, and some leaders rely on intimidation rather than good management. Speaking up, asking questions, or challenging something professionally does not always help and can sometimes work against you. This is especially hard on strong performers. Taking on more usually leads to more pressure, not more support or recognition. Once leadership forms a negative view of someone, it can be difficult to change, even when that person is delivering results. Over time, the environment can feel political, discouraging, and draining. The result is predictable: burnout, disengagement, and avoidable turnover. A number of talented people have left not because they were incapable, but because the leadership culture made the job unsustainable.

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PitchBook Response
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Thank you for the candid feedback. We’re glad you value the product and your peers. We take concerns about leadership consistency and trust very seriously. Creating clear expectations, fair management, and respectful leadership is an ongoing focus for us. I encourage you to reach out to your executive team leader or HR leadership so we can discuss your concerns directly.
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