Private Equity Secondaries Analyst – Strategic Partners

Company

Blackstone is the world’s largest alternative asset manager. We seek to create positive economic impact and long-term value for our investors, the companies we invest in, and the communities in which we work. We do this by using extraordinary people and flexible capital to help companies solve problems. Our $1.1 trillion in assets under management include investment vehicles focused on private equity, real estate, public debt and equity, infrastructure, life sciences, growth equity, opportunistic, non-investment grade credit, real assets and secondary funds, all on a global basis. Further information is available at www.blackstone.com. Follow @blackstone on LinkedIn, X, and Instagram.

Business Unit

Strategic Partners, Private Equity Secondaries

Business Unit Overview

Blackstone Strategic Partners is a global leader in illiquid fund investing, with $94B of Assets Under Management. We offer a range of liquidity opportunities to both limited and general partners, including secondaries, GP Stakes and co-investments across private markets. Founded in 2000, we are one of the world’s largest and most established secondaries platforms spanning private equity, infrastructure and real estate asset classes.

Job Description

Blackstone’s Analyst program offers a unique experience among financial firms, enabling participants to develop a well-rounded perspective on business and investing. Strategic Partners provides the opportunity to join one of the most active and long-tenured investment teams in the secondary private equity industry. Analysts will be involved in extensive valuation analysis and financial modeling of portfolio companies and funds across all private equity asset classes. Analysts will gain valuable experience by working on secondary LP portfolio transactions, GP-led continuation funds, co-investments and other unique deals. Additional responsibilities include preparing Investment Committee memos, structuring and executing investments and conducting various research projects.

Qualifications

Blackstone seeks to hire individuals who work well in a team-driven working group, are highly motivated, intelligent, have sound judgment and have demonstrated excellence in prior endeavors.

The successful candidate must be:

• A driven individual with a strong sense of professional integrity.
• Self-motivated and resourceful; multi-tasks and focuses on delivering results.
• An enthusiastic team member who collaborates well with others and builds strong working relationships.
• Resilient, flexible, open to feedback and focused on achieving excellence.
• Client-focused and committed to developing creative solutions.
• Proficient in accounting, financial analysis and financial modeling.
• Communicates complex information effectively and clearly, in both written and verbal formats.

To be considered for the Analyst position, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• BA or BS degree
• One to three years in investment banking, private capital advisory, private equity secondaries, or direct private equity
• Requires on-site presence five days per week in the New York office
• Resume must include GPA
• Resume must be in PDF format

Salary & Benefits

Expected annual base salary range: $100,000 - $140,000.

Actual base salary within that range will be determined by several components including the individual’s experience, skills, qualifications and job location. For roles located outside of the US, please disregard the posted salary bands as these roles will follow a separate compensation process based on local market comparables.

Additional compensation and benefits offered in connection with the role consist of comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and FSA benefits; paid time off; life insurance; 401(k) plan; and discretionary bonuses. Certain employees may also be eligible for equity and other incentive compensation at Blackstone’s sole discretion.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blackstone is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic predisposition, veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offense or stalking, or any other class or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. All Blackstone employees, including recruiting personnel and hiring managers, are required to abide by this policy.

Accommodation

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, please contact Human Resources at 212-583-5000 (US), +44 (0)20 7451 4000 (EMEA) or +852 3656 8600 (APAC).

Licenses & Compliance

Depending on the position, you may be required to obtain certain securities licenses if you are in a client facing role and/or if you are engaged in the following:

• Attending client meetings where you are discussing Blackstone products and client questions;
• Marketing Blackstone funds to new or existing clients;
• Supervising or training securities licensed employees;
• Structuring or creating Blackstone funds/products; and
• Advising on marketing plans prepared by a sales team or developing and/or contributing information for marketing materials.

Note: The above list is not exhaustive. Some roles may require review on a case-by-case basis. Please speak with your Blackstone Recruiting contact with any questions.

Application

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