Associate, Digital Infrastructure Private Equity - AIP

BlackRock•New York, NY

23h•Hybrid

About The Position

Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP), a part of BlackRock, is a leading infrastructure investor specializing in investing in, owning, and operating some of the largest and most complex assets across the energy, transport, digital infrastructure, and water and waste management sectors. GIP's platform has over $189 billion in assets under management. The firm focuses on real infrastructure assets, a deep proprietary origination network, and comprehensive operational expertise to be responsible stewards of client capital and create positive economic impact. GIP is seeking an Associate to join its Digital Infrastructure Private Equity investment team. Associates will play a key role in underwriting and managing investments on behalf of both GIP’s Flagship Fund and the Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure Partnership (AIP) fund.

Requirements

Undergraduate degree with strong academic background
Minimum of 2 years of experience in investment banking and/or private equity
Superior analytical, financial modeling, and accounting skills
Exceptional communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
Strong work ethic and attention to detail
High level of professionalism, intellectual curiosity, collaboration, and self-awareness
Enthusiasm and commitment to working in team environment

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in data centers, digital infrastructure, or TMT is preferred

Responsibilities

Financial Modeling: developing, utilizing, and analyzing robust financial models to support deal underwriting and deal structuring.
Due Diligence and Execution: working with deal team members to assess and execute new investments. This will include conducting due diligence, financial review, preparation of presentation materials for investment committee, etc.
Market Research: performing market research, including research on potential investments, industries, competitive positioning, etc.
Portfolio Company Monitoring: assist in the monitoring of portfolio companies including analysis of corporate development, add-on, and financing opportunities, analyzing budgets, interacting with key members of management, and positioning business to be prepared for exit