Private Equity Investor Product Strategy, AVP

Investment Product Strategy Analyst

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.

The Investor Product Strategy team is responsible for the preparation of reporting materials and supports the marketing and fundraising teams' efforts related to ongoing LP relationship maintenance with respect to each business' funds.

The role focuses on financial analysis, performance-related data and investor reporting to support the marketing and content needs for prospective and current investors in the funds within the Private Equity business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and analyze detailed investment reports ensuring accurate and timely delivery of financial insights to investors and collaborating with other internal finance teams to provide data driven support and content for investor relations activities
• Assist with the preparation and review of marketing and fundraising materials including investor event presentations, conference/webinar materials, pitch books, talking points, performance memos, and other ad-hoc analyses
• Coordinate with the fundraising team, deal team, and other finance and functional groups to collate and review investor/distributor due diligence requests and assist with investor queries
• Coordinate the collection and analysis of performance metrics of the funds and underlying companies and other portfolio attributes across multiple internal teams and assist in preparation and review of bespoke fund performance analyses
• Collaborate with the fundraising and marketing teams, deal teams, finance teams, and legal and compliance teams in supporting product development, existing clients and prospective investors
• Provide mentorship and guidance to Analysts and Associates, including assisting with overseeing their day-to-day responsibilities and providing ongoing guidance to ensure alignment with team goals and timelines

Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree in Finance, Marketing, Accounting, Economics, or a quantitative discipline;
• Strong record of academic achievement and/or professional accomplishment
• 6+ years of experience in a reporting related role in finance, investor reporting, transaction services, investment operations, consulting, or other related experience
• Experience managing a team of at least 2 individuals is a plus
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Outstanding organizational skills
• Strong analytical and quantitative experience
• Strong work ethic; works effectively in a dynamic team environment and handles multiple projects
• Highly proficient in Excel and PowerPoint
• Highly motivated and results oriented

The duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive and additional assignments, duties, or responsibilities may be required of this position. Assignments, duties, and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, by Blackstone in its sole discretion.

Expected annual base salary range:

$130,000 - $200,000

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. 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.

Blackstone is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, 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 but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. All Blackstone employees, including but not limited to recruiting personnel and hiring managers, are required to abide by this policy.

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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/or 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 the exhaustive list of activities requiring securities licenses and there may be roles that require review on a case-by-case basis. Please speak with your Blackstone Recruiting contact with any questions.