Strategic Partners Summer Analyst-london-2023

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 $915 billion 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. 

Business Description

Strategic Partners is a global leader in illiquid fund investing, including secondaries, co-investments and primary advisory. The Strategic Partners business was founded in 2000 and has significant experience in providing limited partners a range of liquidity solutions across illiquid asset classes on a fair, timely and confidential basis. Strategic Partners is one of the most prolific secondary market participants in the world and is recognized as an innovative investor, with broad transaction capabilities that reinforce its established reputation as a nimble and responsive investor. Through its private equity, infrastructure and real estate platforms Strategic Partners has executed over 1,800 transactions that represent interests in approximately 4,900 underlying fund interests managed by over 1,500 different financial sponsors.

The role

At Blackstone, we look to attract and retain the brightest minds in the business, hiring professionals and students across a wide range of disciplines. Our employees’ passion for their work and commitment to their clients have helped Blackstone become one of the most respected financial institutions and a trusted partner.

Blackstone's Summer Analyst Program is 10-weeks in length and will provide participants broad exposure to the Firm. The Program offers Summer Analyst's various technical training and professional development opportunities, the ability to network with professionals across all business units, and a robust mentorship experience to allow the participants to be fully immersed in the Blackstone culture.

Blackstone’s Summer 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. The Summer Analyst will be involved in extensive valuation analysis and financial modeling of portfolio companies and funds across all private equity asset classes. The Summer Analyst will gain valuable experience by working on secondary transactions, co-investments, primary commitments and other unique deals. Additional responsibilities include preparing Investment Committee memos, structuring and executing investments, and conducting various research projects.

What we look for

Our people are our most valuable asset. They are highly skilled problem solvers who believe challenges represent opportunities. Together with the firm’s entrepreneurial spirit, their unique passions and backgrounds contribute to a diverse, creative and vibrant environment.

We’re looking to hire individuals who are highly motivated, intelligent, and have demonstrated excellence in prior endeavors. In addition to strong analytical and quantitative skills, the successful candidate should (have):

• Strong communication skills
• A demonstrated ability to write effectively
• Be a collaborative team player
• Excellent attention to detail
• Good judgement
• Perseverance and stamina
• Contribute to a positive culture

Knowledge of accounting and finance and experience of investment banking are desirable, but not necessary.

The Principles that Matter Most

• Accountability
• Excellence
• Integrity
• Team Work
• Entrepreneurship

Everything we do is guided by these principles, which define our character and culture; they have been at the core of Blackstone since its inception. These enduring qualities are the shared convictions that we bring to our professional and personal conduct. They are a fundamental strength of our business.

Requirements

To be considered for the Strategic Partners Summer Analyst role, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Currently enrolled as an undergraduate or masters student
• Anticipated graduation date: 2024
• CV must include expected graduation month/year and grade
• CV must be in PDF format