Allvue Systems, a technology provider for private capital markets, has released its 2026 Alternatives Compensation & Carry Survey, conducted in partnership with Major, Lindsey & Africa. Half of the alternative investment firms surveyed admit to not managing compensation with the same rigor applied to other core business functions. This shortfall puts talent retention at risk as competition for experienced industry professionals intensifies.
The research reveals a significant gap between firms’ talent priorities and their operational readiness. Just 11 percent of firms say their carry-administration capabilities are ahead of peers, even as competition for investment professionals intensifies and expectations for transparency continue to rise. Many firms still rely on manual processes, lack data-driven compensation practices and provide employees with limited visibility into compensation and carry programs, making it harder to attract, motivate, and retain top talent.
