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BlackRock Analyst, Infrastructure Debt Investment Professional in New York, New York
About this role
Business Unit Overview:
BlackRock, the largest investment manager in the world, sits at the intersection of global capital and Real Asset investing opportunities. With deep industry expertise, demonstrated access to proprietary deals and a purely fiduciary mindset, our experienced investment professionals leverage BlackRock's unparalleled risk management capabilities, global reach and deep local presence to deliver compelling investment opportunities to meet our clients' needs.
BlackRock’s Infrastructure Debt Group focuses on infrastructure debt investments in western Europe, North America and some geographies in Asia and Latam. The types of infrastructure sectors targeted include transportation, social infrastructure, power, energy and utilities, water and wastewater, and telecoms.
Job Purpose/Background:
BlackRock has an opportunity for a qualified and experienced candidate to join the Infrastructure Debt team.
The role will have responsibility for project and financial modelling, deal assessment and execution, development and review of due diligence reports, market research, portfolio monitoring and general analytics. Will also assist in preparing presentations and pitch books, cash flow analysis, researching and report writing.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial modelling: running and developing financial models in order to analyze project opportunities
Deal assessment and execution: working with the team to assess and execute project investments. This will include conducting due diligence, financial review, preparation of presentation material for investment committee etc.
Market research: including research on potential investments, policy, competitors, technology, etc.
Portfolio monitoring: assist in the monitoring of investments in the portfolio
Development Value:
This role will give the successful candidate the opportunity to join a high profile, fast growing and dynamic business within the world’s largest asset manager:
Significant investment exposure on projects/deals across a wide range of sectors and geographies
Exposure to an experienced senior team with strong team values
A collaborative and entrepreneurial work environment
A strong brand in the fund management industry
Knowledge/Experience:
2-3 years of relevant experience in project finance and/or infrastructure debt
Strong understanding of the infrastructure market, preferably with a growing network of contacts within the market.
Highly numerate with demonstrable financial modelling and evaluation skills. In particular, a good understanding of cash flow modelling and sensitivity analysis
Experience of undertaking infrastructure due diligence processes and reviewing finance and project legal documentation
A keen interest in infrastructure debt investment
Demonstrated research, analytical, and presentation-drafting skills
Skills/Qualifications:
Strong academic background, Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, mathematics/statistics, or a related field or equivalent
Strong financial modelling skills
Experience in Project or Corporate Finance
CFA, CAIA or advanced degree preferred
Competencies:
Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to work independently, while also participating collaboratively as part of a team
Enthusiasm and commitment to working in a friendly, entrepreneurial, team environment
Able to manage workload effectively and deliver quality work on schedule
#EarlyCareers
For New York City only: The salary range for this position is $95,000 - $115,000. Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including heath care, leave benefits, and retirement benefits. BlackRock operates a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy and your total compensation may vary based on role, location, and firm, department and individual performance.
Our benefits
To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive healthcare, support for working parents and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.
Our hybrid work model
BlackRock’s hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person – aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner, you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock.
About BlackRock
At BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being. Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children’s educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress.
This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment – the one we make in our employees. It’s why we’re dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued and supported with networks, benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive.
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BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.
BlackRock will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance law.