Asset Management - Infrastructure Fund Associate - Associate

JPMorgan Chase; New York (NY); On-site; USD 142,000 - 235,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate for its Infrastructure Investments Group. This role involves collaborating with senior members to develop business plans for portfolio companies, engaging in strategic planning, and managing relationships with stakeholders. As part of a dedicated team, you will contribute to a significant investment strategy, focusing on private infrastructure equity. The position promises a dynamic work environment where integrity and collaboration are valued, offering a chance to make a meaningful impact in the investment landscape.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Care Coverage

On-site Health and Wellness Centers

Retirement Savings Plan

Backup Childcare

Tuition Reimbursement

Mental Health Support

Financial Coaching

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in private equity or infrastructure investing.
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute business plans for portfolio companies.
• Liaise with management on business development and M&A.
• Participate in budgeting and strategic planning processes.

Skills

Private Equity

Infrastructure Buy-Side Investing

Investment Banking

Project Finance

Quantitative and Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Tools

Valuation Models

Discounted Cash Flow Analyses

Job description

Join J.P. Morgan Asset Management, the world's third-largest alternatives manager with a 40-year history of delivering innovative solutions. Our specialized teams manage alternative investment engines, supported by our global reach, vast resources, and robust governance. We design strategies to achieve specific client outcomes and deliver uncorrelated returns to traditional asset classes. We offer strategies across the alternative investment spectrum, tailored to team member client needs.

Role Summary

As an Asset Management - Infrastructure Investment - Associate within the Infrastructure Investments Group at J.P. Morgan Asset Management, you will work closely with senior team members to develop and execute business plans for portfolio companies pre- and post-acquisition. You will have the opportunity to liaise directly with portfolio company management on all aspects of business development, participate actively in the budgeting and strategic planning processes, and attend board and committee meetings. We value collaboration, integrity, and a commitment to excellence, and we look forward to welcoming you to our team.

The Infrastructure Investments Group ("IIG" or the "Group") is a dedicated team and business unit within JPMAM Global Alternatives focused on advising a perpetual-life strategy that offers investors a moderate-risk, long-term approach to private infrastructure equity investing that is diversified both in terms of geography and subsector. The strategy advised by IIG is one of the largest of its kind with c.US$41 billion in committed capital under management, representing approximately 10 times growth in assets under management over the past 10 years. The current portfolio includes 18 companies that in turn own c.997 underlying assets globally.

The IIG team is comprised of 40 dedicated Investment Principals and 30 specialist team members including fundraising, investor relations, execution, tax, research and finance, based in London and New York.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Developing and executing business plans for portfolio companies pre- and post-acquisition
2. Liaising directly with portfolio company management on all aspects of business development, including M&A and financings
3. Participating actively in the budgeting and strategic planning processes at portfolio companies
4. Attending board and committee meetings for portfolio companies
5. Overseeing and managing relationships with shareholders, operating partners, and co-investors
6. Monitoring and maximizing cash flow from investments
7. Supporting all aspects of fundraising activities
8. Interacting with sellers, partners, investment bankers, and advisors to source and review select acquisition opportunities, including leading deal and structuring teams
9. Screening investment opportunities from a qualitative and quantitative perspective, including taking an active role in due diligence, managing third-party experts and advisors, valuation, and discussing preliminary findings
10. Drafting and presenting investment memorandums for internal investment committees and board meetings and external client presentations

Required qualifications, capabilities and skills

1. 2+ years of relevant experience in private equity or infrastructure buy-side investing, investment banking, project finance and/or related infrastructure operating company experience; strategic consulting with previous experience in infrastructure assets may also be considered
2. Working proficiency in operating and valuation models, including discounted cash flow analyses
3. Interest in infrastructure (e.g. utilities, transportation, renewable energy, water)
4. Commitment to the highest standards of integrity and ethics
5. Robust quantitative and analytical skills
6. Strong written and verbal communication skills
7. Desire to work in a collaborative and team-oriented environment
8. Ability to independently manage time to deliver simultaneous projects to a high standard.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs.

Base Pay/Salary

New York, NY $142,500.00 - $235,000.00 / year