Job Description

Blackstone is the world\xe2\x80\x99s 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 $975 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. Further information is available at . Follow @blackstone on , , and .

Blackstone

Blackstone is the world\xe2\x80\x99s 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 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 . Follow @blackstone on , , and .

Job Title: Associate, Institutional Client Solutions (ICS), Private Equity

Location: London

Business Unit:

With $287 billion of assets under management, Blackstone\xe2\x80\x99s private equity business has been a global leader since 1985. We uncover value by identifying great companies and enhancing their performance by providing strategic capital and outstanding management talent. We aim to grow stronger enterprises, create jobs, and enable our portfolio companies to build lasting value for our investors, their employees and all stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

In this role, the Associate will project manage capital raising efforts in Europe as part of the Private Equity Institutional Client Solutions (ICS) team. The Associate will work closely with the ICS coverage team to handle due diligence processes, reporting, certain investor services tasks and ad hoc management queries. The role will be predominantly internal facing. The Associate will work closely with the Legal, Compliance and Finance teams and will also spend significant time with members of the Firm\xe2\x80\x99s Private Equity groups as well as other groups within the broader Firm.

The successful candidate will spearhead multiple projects at one time employing a range of skillsets. The main areas of responsibility for the Associate will include:

• Completion of due diligence questionnaires, track\xe2\x80\x90record information, bespoke data requests and written responses to miscellaneous investor inquiries
• Work closely with the Private Equity professionals, Legal & Compliance, and Finance teams in London and New York to provide strategic input with presentation materials, talking points, and other investor memorandums
• Conduct macro/micro research and analysis to support fundraising strategies
• Creation and maintenance of presentation materials for senior management
• Assist in fund launches including the preparation of presentation materials, private placement memoranda, and investor diligence

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is eager to build a career in private equity, capital raising and project management. This professional will have active involvement with the senior leaders of one of the largest Private Equity teams in the world and will support a highly productive fundraising team. Working as part of a small team, you will have an opportunity to make a significant contribution in this varied role.

Qualifications:

Our people are our most valuable asset. They are highly skilled problem solvers who believe challenges represent opportunities. Together with the firm\xe2\x80\x99s entrepreneurial spirit, their unique passions and backgrounds contribute to a diverse, creative and vibrant environment.

We\xe2\x80\x99re looking to hire individuals who are highly motivated, intelligent, and have demonstrated excellence in prior endeavors.

• Three plus years of professional experience
• Prior work experience in private equity or alternatives, asset management, investor services and/or investment banking / transaction services is preferred
• Ability to project manage and execute a wide range of assignments
• Strong presentation skills and ability to produce creative, compelling, detailed materials and information for existing and prospective investors
• Strong proficiency in PowerPoint and outstanding Excel skills
• Proficiency in European languages (French or German) highly desirable, but not a prerequisite
• Strong attention to detail
• Superior communication skills with a demonstrated ability to write effectively
• Candidate should be energetic, self\xe2\x80\x90motivated, and a team\xe2\x80\x90oriented individualtrong work ethic, an entrepreneurial spirit, and a desire to learn
• Operate with the highest degree of integrity, motivation, and intellectual curiosity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other category protected by law.

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.

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 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.

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).

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.

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