Private Equity - Program Associate

Neuberger Berman

8d•Onsite

About The Position

NB Private Equity is a leading private equity platform within Neuberger Berman with over $100 billion of investor commitments. NB Alternatives continues to grow rapidly and is actively investing. The Associate will work across the platform in the following complementary strategies: Private Equity Fund Commitments: Conducting diligence on private equity funds within multiple asset classes, including buyouts, growth equity, venture and real assets. Direct Co-Investment: Conducting diligence on direct private equity investments by co-investing in private companies alongside premier financial sponsors. The position provides an opportunity to work across a leading private equity platform in the areas listed above in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment with constant interaction with the most senior members of the team.

Requirements

Excellent academic credentials (both undergraduate school and GPA)
2-3 years of top-tier investment banking or asset management program experience
Ranked near the top of peers with exceptional quantitative skills
Strong judgment, critical thinking and written skills; ability to articulate and present ideas effectively both orally and in written form
Initiative and creativity in approach to problem solving; demonstrated experience in conducting research and interacting with others to develop solutions
Ability to multi-task with a fine-tuned attention to detail
Team-player attitude and a desire to work on a wide range of projects
Must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Analyzing and conducting comprehensive due diligence on potential primary fund investments and direct equity co-investment opportunities
Performing in-depth analysis of companies, industries and private equity portfolios
Assisting with the diligence and preparation of due diligence materials and investment committee memos
Monitoring and reporting on firm’s existing investments through regular interaction with fund managers, attending annual meetings of private equity firms, reviewing quarterly financials and performing portfolio analysis
Supporting fund marketing and existing client requests
Conducting special projects including product development and asset allocation analyses