Asset Management - Private Equities Secondaries Program Analyst - Analyst

J.P. Morgan Asset Management is the world’s third-largest alternatives manager, with a 40-year history of delivering innovative alternative solutions across market cycles. Our alternative investment engines are managed by highly specialized independent teams, backed by the global reach, vast resources and robust governance of J.P. Morgan Asset Management. Our alternative strategies are designed to achieve specific client outcomes and built to deliver uncorrelated returns to traditional asset classes. Customized alternative portfolios can be tailored to individual client needs. We offer strategies across the alternative investment spectrum, including real estate, private equity and credit, infrastructure, transportation, liquid alternatives and hedge funds.

Job Summary

As an Analyst in the Private Equity Secondary Group, you will engage broadly in various areas of private equity, but primarily focus on secondaries and contribute to all aspects of the secondary deal process. You will develop and share your thoughtful opinion and thrive in an entrepreneurial, collaborative, low-ego culture with high volume and fluid structure.

Job Responsibilities

• Deal sourcing, screening, and conducting due diligence on private equity secondary transactions, leveraging the team’s robust GP network and broader private capital network
• Participate in evaluation and analysis of secondary transactions and assets across stages (i.e. buyout, venture, growth equity, etc.), industries and geographies
• Work with outside groups, such as fund managers, management teams, investment bankers, as well as internally across groups to perform due diligence and execute transactions 
• Prepare and present due diligence materials and investment committee memos
• Construct an opinion around various investment opportunities and efficiently communicate it both verbally and in written materials
• Manage relationships with private equity sponsors, intermediaries, advisors (financial, legal, commercial) and other investors

Required qualifications, capabilities and skills 

• 1+ years of private equity (secondaries, buyout, special sits, etc.) or other relevant experience
• Experience interacting with secondary brokers– must have good interpersonal skills
• Strong technical ability to evaluate, underwrite, and execute on secondary transactions
• Strong modelling, Excel, and presentation skills
• Proven track record in executing and completing successful private equity deals
• Strong sense of risk/reward trade-offs, and an ability to display sound investment judgement
• Self-starter with ability think creatively when evaluating and progressing opportunities
• Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to communicate and present ideas effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Capable of multi-tasking, with strong attention to detail
• Promote and demonstrate a positive, team-oriented attitude, with desire to develop

Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills

• CFA and/or MBA a plus, but not a requirement
• Experience operating within a small team a plus

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process. 

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