Portfolio Management – Valuations & Analytics, AVP

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Blackstone’s Portfolio Management - Portfolio Valuations and Analytics team is looking for an AVP to support the Life Sciences (“BXLS”) group. The core focus of the group is to prepare, evaluate, analyze, and summarize portfolio investment valuation results for BXLS. In 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 Blackstone’s 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
• Drive enhancements and improvements to the group’s valuations and reporting processes, procedures, offshore resources, and use of technology
• Manage the creation and development of presentation materials to effectively communicate results within BXLS and wider Blackstone
• Assist in the 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 BXLS Management Reporting 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, Institutional Client Services, Portfolio Operations, Accounting, Operations and Finance teams
• This is designed to be a role involving mentorship with trajectory toward greater managerial responsibilities based on performance

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s 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
• Proven 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 proven capability 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
• Proficiency in iLevel a plus
• Experience managing a team of at least 3 individuals 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:

$130,000 - $200,000

Actual base salary within that range will be determined by several components including but not limited to the individual's 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 se