Private Equity Strategies - Valuations & Analytics, AVP

Description

• Lead presentation of valuation results to various internal committees, external auditors, and limited partners
• Manage the annual audit as well as interim reviews with third party valuation firms
• Attending client meetings where you are discussing Blackstone products and/or and client questions;
• Structuring or creating Blackstone funds/products; and
• Lead the completion of valuation models in line with Blackstone’s valuation policy as well as requisite external guidance
• Marketing Blackstone funds to new or existing clients;
• Supervising or training securities licensed employees;
• Manage the creation and development of presentation materials to effectively communicate results within the Private Equity Strategies group and wider Blackstone
• Maintain relationships with core constituencies including, deal professionals, Fund COO/CAO, Institutional Client Services, Operating Team, Accounting, Operations and Finance teams
• Work closely with Private Equity Management Reporting to provide inputs as well as other portfolio investment information to aid in the completion of planning deliverables
• Advising on marketing plans prepared by a sales team or developing and/or contributing information for marketing materials.
• Lead enhancements and improvements to the group’s valuations and reporting processes, procedures, offshore resources, and use of technology
• Assist in day-to-day management of the team including, but not limited to, deliverable tracking, model development, valuation model reviews, presentation to senior leaders, and completion of ad-hoc deliverables
• Drive the onboarding process for new portfolio investments and ensure proper data collection procedures are in place
• Assist in the on-going training and mentorship of analysts and associates

Requirements

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Experience managing a team is a plus
• Proficiency in MS Excel and MS PowerPoint is required
• 6+ years of experience in valuations, transaction services, a private equity fund, consulting, or other relevant analytical roles
• Strong interpersonal skills, high EQ; confidently and competently handles interactions with deal professionals, Asset Management, and portfolio company representatives
• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or similar discipline (CFA and/or CPA a plus)
• Confidence presenting to large groups of senior leaders (e.g. Firmwide Valuation Committee, Board of Directors)
• Thorough understanding of ASC 820 and corresponding valuation guidance. Familiarity with a wide range of valuation approaches (e.g. Income, Market, Yield Analysis, OPM, Contingent Claims, PWERM etc.)
• A highly motivated individual with strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Experience working in a dynamic environment that requires execution of recurring deliverables as well as projects and initiatives in support of a rapidly growing business

Benefits

Additional compensation and benefits offered in connection with the role consist of comprehensive health benefits, including but not limited to 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.

Actual base salary within that range will be determined by several components including but not limited to 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.

$130,000 - $200,000

• This is designed to be a role involving mentorship with a potential trajectory toward greater managerial responsibilities based on performance

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance