Blackstone - Executive Offices, Associate

Blackstone is the world’s largest alternative asset manager. We seek to create positive economic impact and long-term value for our investors, the companies we invest in, and the communities in which we work. We do this by using extraordinary people and flexible capital to help companies solve problems. Our $1.1 trillion in assets under management include investment vehicles focused on private equity, real estate, public debt and equity, infrastructure, life sciences, growth equity, opportunistic, non-investment grade credit, real assets and secondary funds, all on a global basis. Further information is available at www.blackstone.com. Follow @blackstone on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.
 

The Associate will join a dynamic team working across Blackstone’s global business lines and corporate functions to support the executive office, including the Vice Chairman with important firm-wide initiatives. The program will work across the investor relations, shareholder relations, strategic relationship management, and capital markets teams. This position involves a two-year commitment.

• This is a highly visible, detail-oriented role, responsible for keeping the Vice Chairman, Strategy and Client Relations, informed and prepared for high-profile, external-facing events; internal firmwide communications; and other ah-hoc initiatives
• Will work with key business leaders around the firm – each of whom lead a top global platform in their respective areas – leveraging firmwide network to deliver insights on client engagement, Blackstone’s portfolio footprint, and partnership opportunities with external stakeholders
• Key liaison for C-Suite requests related to meeting prep, internal business metrics, strategic initiatives and other key firm priorities
• Attend business unit and firmwide meetings to stay informed on developments across Blackstone’s wide-reaching global businesses, along with external market and industry dynamics
• Build and maintain internal network across the firm, including with senior business leaders and functional teams
• Collaborate with the Vice Chairman’s Executive Assistant to maintain schedule of upcoming engagements, including international roadshows, speaking events, and relationship building meetings
   

Qualifications:

• Strong writing and reading skills are essential.
• Knowledge of alternative asset management industry is preferred.
• Candidates should be highly motivated, team-oriented individuals who can thrive in a dynamic environment. Should exhibit strong organization and communications skills.
• This is a highly visible role internally. Thoughtfulness and attention to detail are critical.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint are required. Experience with Salesforce and Tableau is preferred.
• Completed bachelor’s degree.

The duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive and additional assignments, duties, or responsibilities may be required of this position. Assignments, duties, and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, by Blackstone in its sole discretion.

Expected annual base salary range:

$97,500 - $130,000

Actual base salary within that range will be determined by several components including but not limited to the individual's experience, skills, qualifications and job location. For roles located outside of the US, please disregard the posted salary bands as these roles will follow a separate compensation process based on local market comparables.
Additional compensation: Base salary does not include other forms of compensation or benefits offered in connection with the advertised role.

Blackstone is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic predisposition, veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offense or stalking, or any other class or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. All Blackstone employees, including but not limited to recruiting personnel and hiring managers, are required to abide by this policy.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, please email Human Resources at [email protected].

Depending on the position, you may be required to obtain certain securities licenses if you are in a client facing role and/or if you are engaged in the following:

• Attending client meetings where you are discussing Blackstone products and/or and client questions;

• Marketing Blackstone funds to new or existing clients;

• Supervising or training securities licensed employees;

• Structuring or creating Blackstone funds/products; and

• Advising on marketing plans prepared by a sales team or developing and/or contributing information for marketing materials.

Note: The above list is not the exhaustive list of activities requiring securities licenses and there may be roles that require review on a case-by-case basis. Please speak with your Blackstone Recruiting contact with any questions.
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