Investment Firm Compensation Data

Investment Firm Compensation Data

The only platform that covers your firm and your portfolio companies. 2,000+ firms in the Thelander-PitchBook Investment Firm Compensation Survey. 85 job titles from Managing General Partner to Entry-Level Analyst and back-office roles. Nearly three decades of experience and trustworthiness.

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Start with Real-Time Market Data. No Cost

Submit your firm’s current compensation data through the Thelander-PitchBook Investment Firm Compensation Survey and receive real-time benchmarks in return. The more you give, the more you get.

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Why Thelander?

Real-time & customizable cash & carry data — the only platform of its kind.

Thelander is the only platform with investment firm compensation data updated year-round, fully customizable by filters, and interactive. You see real-time market conditions, not annual snapshots.


The only source covering the global private capital market.

We work with venture capital firms from emerging managers to $15 billion-plus funds, plus private equity, family offices, and corporate venture capital units on one platform. Thelander covers all types of firm, plus your portfolio companies.


The depth and breadth of data, insights & analysis no other source offers.

Carried interest structures and percentages. Management fees. Committing capital for your carry. Year over year trend data. A compensation planning tool that shows you how cash and carry shift as your AUM grows. Everything your firm needs in one place.


Choose Your Level of Access

The starting point. Participate in the Thelander-PitchBook Investment Firm Compensation Survey today and access real-time cash & carry benchmarks for every job title you submit, for no charge.

Silver — Free

The starting point. Participate in the Thelander-PitchBook Investment Firm Compensation Survey today and access real-time cash & carry benchmarks for every job title you submit, for no charge.

Includes:

  • Compensation benchmarks for every job title you complete in the survey. Submit data for 10 job titles, get benchmarks for all 10 in return
  • Investment Firm Overview Report
  • Investment Firm Job Descriptions
  • Salary Increase and Bonus Participant Report
  • Access to webinar recordings, monthly newsletters, and podcast episodes
  • Early event invitations
  • AI Compensation Consultant — included at every level

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Platinum Level

Full access to the Thelander investment firm dataset, plus our complete report library. Built for firms who need the depth and breadth of data to make informed decisions about their firm.

Everything in Silver, plus:

  • Every job title — 85 positions from Managing General Partner to Entry-Level Analyst, including back office roles
  • Advisory Board Member Compensation Report
  • Carried Interest and Management Fees Report
  • Gender, Benefits, and Succession Planning Report
  • Salary Increase and Bonus Report
  • Subscriber-only events
  • Year-over-Year Compensation Trends — available as an add-on
  • Compensation Planning Tool — available as an add-on
  • Interactive Regional Maps — available as an add-on
  • AI Compensation Consultant — access improves with your subscription level

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Diamond Level

Everything you need for long-term compensation planning and strategic decision-making across your firm.

Everything in Platinum, plus:

    • Year-over-Year Compensation Trends
    • Compensation Planning Tool — map how cash and carry compensation shifts as your AUM grows
    • Interactive Regional Maps — see how total cash looks across the US, and for some positions, globally
    • AI Compensation Consultant — full access
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    Who Uses Thelander

    Venture Capital Firms

    From emerging managers to multi-billion dollar funds, venture capital firms rely on Thelander to benchmark compensation across every role, plus the ability to compare and contrast by various AUM categories, type of firm, region, and more.


    Private Equity Firms

    Thelander gives private equity firms real-time cash and carry benchmarks for every role, from private equity analyst to managing general partner. Plus, a no cost investor portal to see how compensation stacks up across your portfolio.


    Family Offices

    The talent market for family offices is competitive. Thelander has a dedicated family office filter so you can see what the market is for top talent, plus the ability to compare and contrast to venture capital firms.


    Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) Units

    CVC units compete with both corporate pay scales and venture market rates. Thelander is the only firm with a separate CVC Compensation dataset that covers real-time market data and long term incentives, such as corporate stock, shadow/phantom/synthetic carry, and more. Plus, we can help you have the compensation discussion with your parent company.


    Investors Advising Portfolio Companies

    Your portfolio companies can access more comprehensive data than what payroll plugin or cap table management software can capture. The Thelander Private Company Compensation dataset is available for you to advise your portfolio companies on their compensation, plus help them put their salary structures in place with Thelander Pay Plans.

    You can get a real-time view of compensation across your entire portfolio through the Thelander Investor Portal. A first-of-its-kind dashboard available at no cost to any investment firm, even if you’re not a Thelander client. One platform. The global private capital market. Covered.


    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Thelander-PitchBook Investment Firm Compensation Survey?

    The no-cost survey goes directly to the firms to participate. It is the most comprehensive survey available, covering the unique compensation needs of investment firms. For 10 years, we have been co-branded with PitchBook. The survey is open year-round.


    Do I have to participate in the survey to access the results?

    No. You can subscribe directly at the Platinum or Diamond level without participating. Participation gives you access to discounted pricing and the opportunity to see how your compensation compares to market with a “My Data” column.


    How is Thelander different from other compensation resources?

    Most compensation resources publish one annual static report. Thelander is the only compensation platform with real-time & customizable investment firm data updated daily. Plus, we cover all the supplemental areas surrounding compensation and use our own data to consult.


    What compensation data is included for investment firms?

    Base salaries, bonuses, total cash, and carried interest for 85 job titles from Managing General Partner to Entry-Level Analyst, including back office roles. We cover all compensation levers, including carried interest structures, program design, and carry frameworks. CVC subscribers have access to corporate stock data specific to CVC units.


    Can I use Thelander data for my portfolio companies?

    Yes. Investment firms can access private company compensation data for their portfolio companies through the complimentary investor portal or a paid subscription. One platform for your firm and your portfolio. Connect with the Thelander team to discuss discounted bundle options.


    What is the AI Compensation Consultant?

    An AI assistant trained exclusively on Thelander data. It is there to help you navigate the platform, answer questions about your data, and keep your survey responses current. It is not a replacement for our team — it is an addition to it.


    Your Firm. Your Portfolio Companies. Compensation Covered.

    Thelander is a comprehensive platform that has all your compensation needs covered in one place, backed by three decades of experience and trustworthiness.

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