is a rapidly growing Global Private Markets firm who provides customized investment and advisory solutions to some of the most sophisticated investors in the world. With $640 billion of total capital allocations, including $143 billion in AUM, we are highly diversified in the private markets across the globe and provide creative solutions to solve for the objectives of any investment program. With a culture built on entrepreneurialism, partnership and being a team within teams, our firm offers joiners the opportunity to think out loud, .StepStone is a global private markets firm providing customized investment and advisory solutions to some of the most sophisticated investors in the world. With more than $650m billion of total capital allocations, including over 145bn in assets under management, StepStone covers the spectrum of opportunities in private markets across the globe. StepStone Private Debt targets privately negotiated transactions across corporate, real estate and infrastructure debt.Position Overview:The successful candidate will join the Private Debt Investment team and assist the team in various tasks, including sourcing and diligence of new investment opportunities, monitoring existing investments and various tasks around the management of client portfolios. The position is an ideal entry point to gain broad experiences in the growing Private Debt asset class. Internship for a minimum of six months for immediate hire.The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of financial markets in general with a focus on fixed income investments, demonstrable through higher degree studies with a focus on Finance. In addition, the candidate is an entrepreneurial and detailed-oriented individual with strong communication skills. The candidate should be able to grasp complex situations in a short period of time, have good time management skills and demonstrate ability to prioritize the workload.Primary responsibilities include:
Support in sourcing, analysis and diligence of potential fund investments, co-investment opportunities and secondary transactions across a broad spectrum of Private Debt strategies.
Regular participation in interaction with external investment managers
Conduct portfolio, performance, and investment analysis
Assist and perform ad hoc projects and reviews for internal usage or related to client requests.
Qualifications:
Masters' degree in Finance or close to completion
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, Word & PowerPoint). VBA knowledge is a plus.
Good data management and analytical skills.
Highly motivated self-starter, with demonstrated history of taking initiative, being adaptive in a fast-changing environment, and working independently.
Strong ability to multi-task and prioritize workflow in fast-paced, detail-oriented environment.
Follow-up skills and acute attention to accuracy and detail are essential
Fluent in English (verbal and written), German is a plus
About usWorking out of 26 offices in 15 countries, StepStone has a truly global viewpoint. As people are our biggest asset, we offer resources to help our employees reach their full potential. Our principles are based on integrity, transparency, respect and creativity, which together define how we do business.Join usWhen you choose to work at StepStone, you'll find a group of professionals who are passionate about anticipating changes, solving problems and working together to make it all happen. Our integrated global team shares insights into how managers think and operate, as well as how they might perform.StepStone offers a competitive compensation package including salary and incentive compensation for all full time hires, as well as a comprehensive benefits package.BenefitsWe offer a range of benefits which include comprehensive healthcare, strong retirement plan, a mental health well-being program, paid time off, student loan repayment program for our US office locations, and several wellness initiatives.Disclaimer / Policy StatementsAt StepStone, diversity, equity and inclusion are an integral part of our culture. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers our employees and allows them to be heard, regardless of title or tenure. Our organizational community features multiple Employment Resource Groups representing our dedication to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, StepStone does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.#LI-Hybrid
