Working at Pzena

Careers

Professional development

We’re dedicated to helping you grow. You’ll be surrounded by colleagues and interact with management who care about your long-term career at Pzena.

Mentorship program
Robust on-the-job training
Leadership training
Engaging learning opportunities
Continuing education

Partnership

We recognize that significant contributions can be made by every employee across all of our positions, levels, and teams. Every team member at Pzena is eligible for partnership.

Diverse and inclusive

Your unique perspective is valuable to us. We build strong teams with diverse cultural, professional, and academic backgrounds.

Life outside
Pzena offices

We consider ourselves a family and care about the well-being of our people. At Pzena, you’re encouraged to have a healthy work/life balance. We contribute to that by offering competitive salaries, generous 401(k) and other savings opportunities, vacation days, and choices for healthcare that suit your needs.

Our Culture

We invest in your career and have a strong track record of internal mobility. Pzena’s environment is one where you can learn, grow, and stay.

OUR
EXPERIENCES

“I’ve spent much of my career at Pzena working to help the firm grow and adapt to the changing dynamics of our business. I’ve had the opportunity to work across various functions including operations, internal audit, financial reporting, and now as CFO and treasurer. I’ve felt that I was a part of the overall business effort from the beginning of my career and appreciate our culture of opportunity and teamwork. It’s fulfilling to work with people heading towards the same goal of excellence who care about the future success of the company.”

– Jessica Doran, CFO and Treasurer

“Over a decade ago, a friend recommended that I join Pzena. Doing so has been the single biggest break in my career. I am now a partner at the firm managing a large department. I continue to find the work challenging, engaging, and often fun. Across all departments, the firm is staffed with smart professionals who pride themselves on doing excellent work with integrity.”

– Nick Padgen, Head of Operations

“I enjoy the fact that we wade deep into investment controversies. We engage in debates, explore an array of perspectives, and really hone in on the key issues. I wish outsiders could see the frenzy and excitement in some of our research reviews. It would convince any analyst or portfolio manager to join our team.”

– Akhil Subramanian, Senior Research Analyst

“My career at Pzena began over 20 years ago with a temporary position at the reception desk. I moved to New York from a small town in Texas with dreams of being on Broadway and a complete lack of knowledge about the finance industry. Luckily for me, Pzena promotes a culture of intellectual curiosity and diversity. I am proud to be a partner at Pzena, having worked across the firm in administration, operations, finance, and marketing, and I look forward to continuing to learn and grow each day at this unique firm.”

– Lisa Roth, Marketing and Client Services Manager

“I joined Pzena out of business school and what attracted me was a mix of two things. First, it has a collaborative and non-hierarchical culture that gives everyone an equal voice. Second, Pzena’s rotational coverage model creates an environment that allows you to learn new industries and business models, as well as become a better investor. There’s also a sense of camaraderie at Pzena. You really get to know and work closely with your colleagues.”

– Miklos Vasarhelyi, Portfolio Manager

“Working among such intelligent, thoughtful, and kind people has been a joy. I have been encouraged at all stages of my career at Pzena to learn, to think critically, and to propose solutions. My collaboration with, and the accessibility of, our senior leadership has far exceeded my expectations. I believe that is unique to our culture. I have seen our firm grow significantly over the years and am appreciative of the continued emphasis to maintain our special culture and passion for excellence in all of its forms.”

– Katie Hurley, Human Resources Generalist

“I came to Pzena seven years ago and feel incredibly lucky to have found this firm where people are very smart, aspire to excellence, and also genuinely enjoy each other. When I look at my partners around the firm, I feel very happy to know that these are the people I will sit side-by-side with for the rest of my career.”

– Elizabeth Tyndale, Co-Head of North American Distribution

“Working at Pzena for the last two years has been extremely rewarding. I started as a receptionist where my hard work was always valued. My supervisors sought further successes for me. My colleagues wanted to help me learn and grow within my position and beyond.”

– Anna Doran, Research Administrative Assistant

“Pzena embodies a family culture that is not commonly found in the industry. Pzena promotes a vibrant atmosphere to learn, grow and inspire. It is an invaluable experience, from a professional and personal standpoint, to work alongside some of the best and brightest in value investing. You will get recognized by senior leaders at the company for your hard work.”

– PJ Homsy, Marketing and Client Services Associate

Community

Participate in our traditions, including the annual Pzena Challenge, Pizza Fridays, Executive Committee-hosted lunches, and summer softball league, among other events.

Giving back

We support the charitable impact you want to make for causes you are passionate about. We make donations to your chosen charities on your behalf and match personal donations. We also host annual charity drives to benefit local organizations.

Our commitment to excellence begins with you.

Careers

Professional development

Partnership

Diverse and inclusive

Life outside
Pzena offices

Our Culture

We invest in your career and have a strong track record of internal mobility. Pzena’s environment is one where you can learn, grow, and stay.

OUR
EXPERIENCES

From our senior leaders

– Jessica Doran, CFO and Treasurer

– Nick Padgen, Head of Operations

– Akhil Subramanian, Senior Research Analyst

From our early-mid career professionals

– Lisa Roth, Marketing and Client Services Manager

– Miklos Vasarhelyi, Portfolio Manager

– Katie Hurley, Human Resources Generalist

From our research team

– Elizabeth Tyndale, Co-Head of North American Distribution

– Anna Doran, Research Administrative Assistant

– PJ Homsy, Marketing and Client Services Associate

Community

Giving back

Working at Pzena

Our commitment to excellence begins with you.

Careers

Professional development

Partnership

Diverse and inclusive

Life outside Pzena offices

Our Culture

We invest in your career and have a strong track record of internal mobility. Pzena’s environment is one where you can learn, grow, and stay.

OUREXPERIENCES

From our senior leaders

– Jessica Doran, CFO and Treasurer

– Nick Padgen, Head of Operations

– Akhil Subramanian, Senior Research Analyst

From our early-mid career professionals

– Lisa Roth, Marketing and Client Services Manager

– Miklos Vasarhelyi, Portfolio Manager

– Katie Hurley, Human Resources Generalist

From our research team

– Elizabeth Tyndale, Co-Head of North American Distribution

– Anna Doran, Research Administrative Assistant

– PJ Homsy, Marketing and Client Services Associate

Community

Giving back

Life outside
Pzena offices

OUR
EXPERIENCES