Analyst/Associate - Private Equity Secondaries

Neuberger Berman; London; On-site; USD 50,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a driven Analyst/Associate to join their Private Equity Secondaries team in London. This role offers an exciting opportunity to engage in a dynamic environment, focusing on secondary private equity investments and complex transactions. You will gain hands-on experience in due diligence, financial analysis, and investment strategies while collaborating with senior team members. The firm values initiative and creativity, providing a platform for professional growth and development in a rewarding sector. If you are passionate about finance and eager to contribute to innovative projects, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Approximately 2 years of experience in private equity or top-tier investment banking.
• Strong quantitative and analytical abilities with knowledge of valuation and LBO modeling.

Responsibilities

• Conduct due diligence on secondary private equity investment opportunities.
• Build detailed financial models and perform portfolio analysis.

Skills

Quantitative Skills

Analytical Abilities

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Undergraduate Degree

Graduate Degree

Tools

Financial Modeling

Valuation Techniques

Job description

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Analyst/Associate - Private Equity Secondaries

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Managing private equity funds is an important component of Neuberger Berman’s business strategy. NB Private Equity has been an active and successful private equity investor since 1987. NB Private Equity manages over $135 billion of investor commitments across primary fund investments, secondary investments, direct equity co-investments, private debt and various specialty strategies since inception through December 30, 2024.

Position Overview:

As the successful candidate, you will be part of the NB Secondaries Team based in London and will focus on a wide range of secondary private equity opportunities, including both complex GP-led transactions, traditional LP interest acquisitions, as well as other direct investments arising from unique situations. The position provides an opportunity to work in a leading private equity platform in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment with constant interaction with the most senior members of the team.

The NB Secondaries Team has a global presence and a broad investment mandate investing across all sectors in both GP-led and LP transactions:

• GP-led Secondaries – Initiated by the manager of the asset(s) to continue value creation of high-performing existing investments via a continuation funds while providing a liquidity option to its investors
• LP-led Secondaries – Invests in private equity funds by providing liquidity to investors who intend to sell their limited partner interests in private equity funds

As part of a deal team, the Associate/Analyst will gain broad experience and contribute to every aspect of our investment cycle. Key responsibilities include:

• Screening and conducting due diligence on secondary private equity investment opportunities
• Performing in-depth research and financial analysis on companies and assets from various stages, sectors, and geographies
• Building detailed financial models of investment opportunities, including operational and valuation sensitivities
• Interacting with external parties, such as industry experts and investment bankers, as well as with other areas of the firm internally, to enhance due diligence insights and identify new opportunities
• Assisting with the preparation of due diligence materials, screening and investment committee memoranda
• Monitoring and reporting on the 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 the private equity marketing team with investor relations and communication

Required qualifications include:

We are seeking a driven individual with an excellent academic background, and previous relevant internship/work experience.

• Approximately 2 years of experience within private equity or top-tier investment banking
• Ranking near the top of your class with exceptional quantitative skills
• Excellent academic credentials (both undergraduate/graduate school and GPA)
• Strong quantitative and analytical abilities, with solid knowledge of valuation techniques, corporate finance topics, and LBO modeling

Who you are:

• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills - must have strong judgment, critical thinking and the ability to articulate and present ideas effectively both orally and in written form
• Show initiative and creativity in approach to problem-solving; demonstrated experience in conducting research and interacting with others to develop solutions
• Fluency in other European languages is a plus
• Ability to multi-task with a fine-tuned attention to detail
• Must have a team-player attitude and a desire to work on a wide range of projects

We believe this represents an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic, hard-working professional to initiate his/her career and build up experience in a demanding and rewarding environment.

Job Location:

• London, UK
• Availability to travel, as appropriate

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Founded in 1939, Neuberger Berman is a private, independent, employee-owned investment manager. From offices in 39 cities worldwide, the firm manages $515 billion in client assets (as of March 31, 2025) across a range of strategies—including equity, fixed income, quantitative and multi-asset class, private equity and hedge funds—on behalf of institutions, advisors and individual investors globally.

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