Blackstone Life Sciences - Investment Operations, Analyst

Blackstone is the world’s largest alternative asset manager. Blackstone seeks to deliver compelling returns for institutional and individual investors by strengthening the companies in which the firm invests. Blackstone’s over $1.3 trillion in assets under management include global investment strategies focused on real estate, private equity, credit, infrastructure, life sciences, growth equity, secondaries and hedge funds. Further information is available at Follow @blackstone on LinkedIn, X (Twitter), and Instagram. Job Description: The Blackstone Life Sciences (BXLS) Finance team is responsible for the investment operations, fund administration, and financial planning and reporting needs of the Life Sciences group based in Cambridge, MA. The BXLS Finance team leads the execution and management of investment transactions, monitors investment portfolios, and ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements. The BXLS Finance team works closely with the investment team and both internal and external stakeholders to produce timely and accurate investment operations and financial reporting. The BXLS Finance team is also responsible for financial planning and analysis (FP&A), which entails revenue and expense forecasting, sensitivity analysis, fund modeling, and preparation of earnings-related materials. BXLS is searching for candidates with specific interests in: Investment Fund Portfolio Management Technology and Process Improvement Key responsibilities include but are not limited to: Process ownership of the execution, settlement, and tracking of all investment transactions at the funds and portfolio investment levels Preparing investment allocations and funds flows Interpreting complex fund documents and legal agreements Building automated reporting and reducing manual processes Creating and presenting internal reporting materials to Blackstone Senior Leadership Preparing and reviewing materials for investors, including memos, financial forecasts, meeting materials, and presentations Working closely with the investment team on various ad hoc requests and projects Collaborating with teams across the firm and globe, including Accounting, Valuations, Tax, Legal & Compliance, Investor Relations, Audit, and offshore teams Qualifications: The successful candidate must have: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or other Business-related field 1+ years of work experience in the Asset Management or Financial Services industry Understanding of investment instruments and key financial metrics Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail Proven capability to work in a dynamic environment and handle multiple projects by prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines Possess a strong work ethic and professional integrity, a team player Excellent time management and organizational skills A positive attitude and strong desire to work in an entrepreneurial environment Effective communication skills, both written and verbal with a talent for presenting complex information in a clear and concise manner 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: $90,000 - $125,000 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. 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