Portfolio Management Valuations & Analytics, AVP

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Job Title: Valuations & Analytics AVP

Job Description:

Blackstones Portfolio Management - Valuations and Analytics team is looking for an AVP to support Blackstones Infrastructure and Hedge Fund Solutions Strategies. The core focus of the group is to prepare evaluate analyze and summarize portfolio investment valuation addition to valuations the team is called upon to handle a variety of ad hoc and recurring analyses related to portfolio monitoring and reporting.

• Assist in day-to-day management of the team including but not limited to deliverable tracking model development valuation model reviews presentation to senior leaders and completion of ad-hoc deliverables

• Lead the completion of valuation models in line with Blackstones valuation policy as well as requisite external guidance

• Drive the onboarding process for new portfolio investments and ensure proper data collection procedures are in place

• Manage the annual audit as well as interim reviews with third party valuation firms

• Lead enhancements and improvements to the groups valuations and reporting processes procedures offshore resources and use of technology

• Manage the creation and development of presentation materials to effectively communicate results within the Infrastructure group and wider Blackstone

• Lead presentation of valuation results to various internal committees external auditors and limited partners

• Assist in the on-going training and development of analysts and associates

• Work closely with the Management Reporting team to provide inputs as well as other portfolio investment information to aid in the completion of planning deliverables

• Maintain relationships with core constituencies including deal professionals Fund COO/CAO Institutional Client Services Operating Team Accounting Operations and Finance teams

• This is designed to be a role involving mentorship with trajectory toward greater managerial responsibilities based on performance

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Finance Economics Accounting or similar discipline (CFA and/or CPA a plus)

• 6 years of experience in valuations transaction services a private equity fund consulting or other relevant analytical roles

• Experience working in a dynamic environment that requires execution of recurring deliverables as well as projects and initiatives in support of a rapidly growing business

• Thorough understanding of ASC 820 and corresponding valuation guidance. Familiarity with a wide range of valuation approaches (e.g. Income Market Yield Analysis OPM Contingent Claims PWERM etc.)

• Strong interpersonal skills high EQ and the ability to confidently and competently handle interactions with deal professionals Asset Management and portfolio company representatives

• A self-motivated individual with strong work ethic and attention to detail

• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Confidence presenting to large groups of senior leaders (e.g. Firmwide Valuation Committee Board of Directors)

• Proficiency in MS Excel and MS PowerPoint is required

• Experience managing a team a plus

• Proficiency in iLevel 73 Strings or a similar platform is a plus

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:

Actual base salary within that range will be determined by several components including but not limited to the individuals 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 Blackstones sole discretion.

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If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application please contact Human Resources at (US) 44 (0)(EMEA) or(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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