Job Opportunity
Analyst / Associate – Private Equity Secondaries
Neuberger Berman | London, UK
Job Summary
Focus on a wide range of secondary private equity opportunities, including both complex GP-led transaction, traditional LP interest acquisitions, as well as other direct investments arising from unique situations. Excellent academic credentials. c.2 years of experience within private equity or top tier investment banking.
Details
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 30 December 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 transaction, 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 a broad experience and contribute to every aspect of our investment cycle.
Key Responsibilities:
* Screen and conduct due diligence on secondary private equity investment opportunities
* Perform in-depth research and financial analysis on companies and assets from various stages, sectors, and geographies
* Build detailed financial model of investment opportunities, including operational and valuation sensitivities
* Interact with the 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
* Assist with the preparation of due diligence materials, screening and investment committee memomoranda
* Monitor and report on firm’s existing investments through regular interaction with the fund managers, attend annual meetings of private equity firms, review quarterly financials, and perform portfolio analysis
* Support the private equity marketing team with investor relations and communication
Required Qualifications:
We are seeking a driven individual with an excellent academic background, and previous relevant internship / work experience.
* c. 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 modelling
Who You Are:
* Show initiative and creativity in approach to problem solving
* Demonstrated experience in conducting research and interacting with others to develop solutions
* Ability to multitask with a fine-tuned attention to detail
* Team-player attitude and a desire to work on a wide range of projects
* Strong judgement, critical thinking and the ability to articulate and present ideas effectively both orally and in written form
* Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
* Fluency in other European languages a plus
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- Job Reference #: R0010715
- Min Education: BA/BS
- Min Experience: None