Analyst/Associate - Private Equity

State of Alaska • Juneau or Anchorage, AK

355d

About The Position

The Alaska Permanent Fund Corporation ("APFC") manages the $84 billion Alaska Permanent Fund, a sovereign endowment established in 1976 to provide for all current and future generations of Alaskans. We are growing and plan to add several experienced and talented investors to our investment team. Below you will find the basic responsibilities and qualifications for this position and an overview of the Private Equity asset class. The Analyst / Associate reports to the Director of Private Equity and shares responsibility for identifying, analyzing, monitoring and managing private equity fund investments, co-investments, and direct investments. The Private Equity team is dedicated to the creative development and responsible management of superior and durable investment portfolios. By combining best-in-class manager selection with the ability to strategically deploy capital directly into attractive opportunities, the Private Equity team seeks to deliver accretive, risk-adjusted returns over the long term.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of directly relevant professional experience, including analyzing fund investments, co-investments and/or direct investments
• Robust knowledge of the private equity industry, market participants, investment structures and current trends
• Experience sourcing, screening and evaluating a broad range of investment opportunities in private markets
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet tight deadlines
• Strong analytical skills, including high proficiency in Excel (ability to build and evaluate complex financial models)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including proficiency in Word and PowerPoint
• Effective presentation and advanced critical thinking skills
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed for transactions, meetings and other projects

Nice To Haves

• A post-graduate degree (MBA) or advanced professional designation (e.g., CFA, CAIA)

Responsibilities

• Source, screen and evaluate prospective fund, co-investment and direct investment opportunities
• Perform detailed due diligence on opportunities in a range of areas including: manager, team and strategy assessments; valuation and sensitivity analysis; market analysis; and other tools to identify and assess investment risks and merits
• Synthesize results of screening and due diligence into investment memos and present findings to senior team members and the Investment Committee
• Develop additional analytical tools and frameworks to assess potential investments, investment themes, portfolio construction, and investment pacing
• Prepare and assist with research on investment themes and special projects
• Prepare materials for, and participate in, internal meetings, due diligence meetings and board meetings
• Monitor and manage current investments and pipeline
• Assist in the development of board meeting materials
• Develop and maintain relationships with industry participants including other limited partners, general partners, and industry thought leaders through participation in annual meetings, advisory committee meetings, industry conferences and other ad hoc meetings and events

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees