Private Equity Associate: Growth & Value

Blackstone; United States; On-site; USD 126,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

Blackstone seeks a 2027 Private Equity Associate in New York to join its bold investment team. You will participate in sourcing and evaluating investments, perform rigorous financial analysis, and support deals through execution and negotiation.

The program blends banking rigor with strategic insight, offering exposure to portfolio companies and a path toward leadership within Blackstone Capital Partners. This role emphasizes collaboration and hands-on learning within a top-tier platform.

Qualifications

• Requires a BA or BSc degree.
• 2+ years of experience in investment banking or private equity.
• Strong understanding of accounting and finance.
• Proficient in financial modeling and analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; effectively present complex information clearly.
• Effective interpersonal skills and works collaboratively in a team‑oriented environment.
• Manage multiple competing priorities and demonstrate effective time management skills.
• High level of motivation, attention to detail, and a strong desire to learn and grow.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate investment opportunities in various sectors.
• Perform financial analysis and modeling to assess prospects.
• Analyze industry trends and competitive dynamics for strategy.
• Conduct due diligence on target companies and operations.
• Prepare due diligence packs and investment memoranda.
• Conduct interviews with industry experts and management teams.
• Assist in execution and financing of transactions and coordinate stakeholders.
• Build operating models to project financial outcomes and value creation.
• Prepare investment memoranda and communicate findings to committees.
• Support portfolio companies with performance analysis and improvement plans.

Skills

Financial modeling

Investment banking

Private equity

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Attention to detail

Learning mindset

Education

BA/BSc degree

Job description

Blackstone seeks a 2027 Private Equity Associate in New York to join its bold investment team. You will participate in sourcing and evaluating investments, perform rigorous financial analysis, and support deals through execution and negotiation.

The program blends banking rigor with strategic insight, offering exposure to portfolio companies and a path toward leadership within Blackstone Capital Partners. This role emphasizes collaboration and hands-on learning within a top-tier platform.