Private Equity Associate

LOCATION: London

About Neuberger Berman:

Neuberger Berman founded in 1939 is a private independent employeeowned investment manager with c. $508 billion in assets under management as of December 31 2024. The firm manages a range of strategiesincluding equity fixed income quantitative and multiasset class private equity real estate and hedge fundson behalf of institutions advisors and individual investors globally. With offices in 26 countries Neuberger Bermans diverse team has 2885 professionals. For 11 consecutive years the company has been named first or second in Pensions & Investments Best Places to Work in Money Management survey (among those with 1000 employees or more). In our 2024 PRI Assessment Neuberger Berman scored above the median of all reporting signatories for our ESG integration efforts in every UN PRI reported category. Neuberger Berman achieved top scores in multiple categories including for the fifth consecutive year the overarching Policy Governance and Strategy category. In private markets Neuberger Berman is the proud winner of the 2024 Private Equity Manager of the Year in the Asset Management Awards.

The Team:

Managing private equity funds is an important component of Neuberger Bermans business strategy. Neuberger Berman is a leading and growing investor in private markets managing c. $135 billion of client commitments in active vehicles as of December 31 2024. NB Private Equity has been an active and successful private equity investor since 1987.

The Role:

The successful candidate will support the team in the due diligence analysis of coinvestments in single portfolio companies as well as primary fund investments:

• CoInvestments: Invests directly into attractive deals alongside premier private equity firms in their core areas of expertise. Focuses on building highquality diversified portfolios of strategic co investments primarily in buyouts and growth financings on a global basis and across multiple industries.
• Primary Fund Investments: Makes primary commitments to premier private equity funds. Creates diversified portfolios of private equity funds on a global basis and within multiple asset classes including buyout growth equity venture capital and distressed / special situation investments.

We are seeking a driven individual with four years of relevant experience in Investment Banking Corporate Finance or Private Equity who can add value across a broad range of private equity investing activities. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic professional to build upon their experience in a demanding but rewarding environment.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Take ownership of evaluating and assessing a broad spectrum of companies across various industries to identify and recommend compelling investment opportunities.
• Lead the development and oversight of indepth financial models to assess valuations of private companies ensuring accuracy and providing actionable insights.
• Draft and review due diligence materials and investment committee memos with the ability to articulate key findings and recommendations.
• Conduct and guide detailed due diligence and analysis on private equity funds and portfolio company opportunities including industry company and manager research.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with partners and other investment professionals of private equity firms acting as a key point of contact for specific engagements.
• Monitor and assist in managing our investment portfolio through attendance at annual meetings of private equity firms and investor meetings for individual portfolio companies.
• Assist in the marketing and commercial efforts involving the firms private equity products.
• Manage a wide range of special projects including but not limited to product development asset allocation analysis and customized investment and reporting solutions for clients.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the firm to gather information necessary to make investment decisions within the various strategies.

Qualifications Needed:

• Four years of relevant experience in Investment Banking Corporate Finance or Private Equity.
• Exceptional academic credentials; a degree in finance business or a related field is preferred.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with substantial expertise in financial modeling and valuation.
• Resultsoriented and proactive with a creative approach to problemsolving.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal with the ability to present complex ideas effectively.
• Ability to successfully manage multiple priorities with strong attention to detail.
• Fluency in additional European languages is a plus.

We believe this is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic professional to build upon their experience in a demanding but rewarding environment.

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