2-Year Associate, AlpInvest Secondaries and Portfolio Finance

InforCapital, partnership; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Carlyle Group is seeking a 2-Year Associate to join its AlpInvest Secondaries and Portfolio Finance team in New York. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in the evaluation and execution of secondary market transactions while working within a global firm that manages over $477 billion in assets.

Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical abilities and a keen interest in private equity strategies. The position is designed for a summer 2026 start, providing valuable experience in a dynamic investment environment.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills and a genuine interest in private equity.
• Experience in evaluating and executing transactions is a plus.
• Knowledge of financial modeling and analysis methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and execute secondary market transactions.
• Conduct comprehensive due diligence on private equity funds.
• Build financial models including cash flow projections and NAV analyses.
• Prepare investment memoranda for internal approval.
• Collaborate with professionals on deal structuring and negotiations.

Skills

Analytical abilities

Financial modeling

Due diligence

Proactive mindset

Job description

# 2-Year Associate, AlpInvest Secondaries and Portfolio FinanceThe Carlyle GroupassociatePrivate Equityfull-timeLocationNew York, United StatesDate PostedMay 25, 2026Stay ahead of the marketGet instant notifications when new job openings matching "Private Equity / associate jobs in New York, United States" are published.## About This RoleThe Carlyle Group (NASDAQ: CG) is a global investment firm with $477 billion of assets under management across 678 investment vehicles. AlpInvest Partners, wholly owned by The Carlyle Group, is one of the largest and most established private equity investors globally, with over $102 billion in AUM as of Q3 2025.The Associate will join the Secondaries & Portfolio Finance Investments team within AlpInvest Partners. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a high-performing team specializing in innovative secondary transactions and capital solutions across the private equity landscape.Responsibilities:- Evaluate and execute secondary market transactions including LP portfolio acquisitions, GP-led transactions, and structured equity solutions.- Conduct comprehensive due diligence on private equity funds, underlying portfolios, and NAV-based financing opportunities.- Build and maintain complex financial models including NAV waterfall analyses, cash flow projections, and valuation scenarios.- Prepare investment memoranda and committee materials for internal approval processes.- Collaborate with senior professionals on deal structuring, legal negotiations, and portfolio monitoring.- Leverage AI technologies to streamline operations, enhance decision-making, and drive execution of key responsibilities with greater efficiency and impact.The position is designed for summer 2026 start. Candidates should have strong analytical abilities, a proactive mindset, and genuine interest in the secondaries and portfolio finance strategies within private equity. AlpInvest professionals benefit from full access to Carlyle's global resources and network.Apply for this Position