JPMorgan Appoints Morgan Stanley Banker to Head PE Secondaries

By EC Assets · Published 4 May 2026 · Updated 28 May 2026

JPMorgan Chase has hired a Morgan Stanley banker to lead its private equity secondary advisory team. The move sees Brett Boyle join JPMorgan to head its efforts in a growing market segment. The appointment by Boyle previously served as a managing director at Morgan Stanley, where he focused on private capital advisory. His role at JPMorgan will involve advising general partners on strategic transactions within the private capital markets. The secondary market for private equity assets has seen increased activity. The hiring reflects ongoing trends within the financial industry, where banks seek to strengthen their teams in specialized areas. Investment banks are actively recruiting talent in a competitive job market. The expansion of advisory services for private equity secondaries caters to institutional investors looking for liquidity or portfolio rebalancing options. This development follows a period where Wall Street banks have been active in the job market, poaching bankers across various divisions. This article is intended for informational purposes only. It does not constitute investment advice.