Infrastructure Investments Analyst

SUMMARY

Working as a member of the Infrastructure Investments team, the Analyst will be involved in all aspects of fund and other investments within the infrastructure vertical, including due diligence, financial modeling, transaction execution and investment monitoring. The Analyst will cover a mix of primary funds, co-investments, and (largely single-asset / continuation fund) secondaries.

RESPONSIBILITIES           

The individual will participate in the following activities:

• Analyze and conduct due diligence on infrastructure fund opportunities.
• Assist with preparation and presentation of investment recommendations and due diligence findings to internal committees.
• Conduct industry research to support investment evaluation process.
• Support client relationship management efforts, including ongoing portfolio management and reporting.
• Use Capital IQ, Preqin, Burgiss, DealCloud and other financial research materials/databases as part of due diligence, research, and transaction advisory process.
• Maintain involvement with fund investments and portfolio companies, including regular internal valuations, evaluating business development opportunities and monitoring investment/fund performance.
• Assist with the tracking and prioritization of investment opportunities, including maintaining the transaction pipeline.
• Support fundraising efforts for the infrastructure team and manage investor information requests.
• Assist with special projects (business intelligence, business development, etc.) on an as-needed basis.

EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics or related degree with superior academic performance.
• 1-2 years of professional experience in private equity, asset management, investment banking or investment related role.
• Experience with spreadsheets and financial databases (Capital IQ, Preqin, Burgiss, DealCloud) helpful, but not required.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word; Excel; Outlook; Power Point).
• Demonstrated interest in and knowledge of the investment industry, particularly the alternative investment industry.
• Excellent work ethic and high degree of professionalism and commitment to team and a goal-oriented environment.
• Strong communication skills, including an ability to articulate your thoughts in a clear and concise manner to both clients and staff through written correspondence, presentations and/or meetings.
• Superior organization, decision making and problem solving skills with the demonstrated initiative and ability to manage tasks and projects independently from start to finish.
• Flexibility and adaptability to handle changing priorities pertaining to work flow.
• Strong attention to detail and concern for quality and accuracy of final product.
• Ability to multi-task and work effectively with other departments.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to work in a fast paced, changing environment.
• Highest ethical standards and integrity.

In terms of cultural fit, the successful candidate will be self-motivated and energized by working amongst a group of thoughtful, smart and successful colleagues. The candidate will enjoy being part of an organization focused on excellence and will be a naturally collaborative person who enjoys interacting with individuals at all levels. Additionally, they will be a strong team player with a proactive approach and the ability to exercise discretion and judgment.

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