Associate

About This Role

Overview:

Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP), a standalone division of BlackRock, is a leading infrastructure investor that specializes in investing in, owning and operating some of the largest and most complex assets across the energy, transport, digital infrastructure and water and waste management sectors. In October 2024, BlackRock completed the acquisition of GIP, positioning GIP to continue to capitalize on the long-term structural trends driving infrastructure growth.

GIP's proprietary origination networks and deep relationships across key sectors help identify premier assets and build successful joint-ventures with best-in-class strategic corporate partners and other leading investment firms. GIP leverages in-depth analysis and comprehensive operational expertise in proprietary origination, seeking to produce consistent and attractive returns across equity, and debt investment strategies.

GIP & BlackRock manage a combined $183B, creating the largest global infrastructure investment platform. The companies in GIP’s equity portfolios have combined annual revenues greater than $71 billion and employ approximately 116,000 people.

Position Summary

GIP is seeking an Associate to join the Capital Formation team to support the Global Head of Capital Formation and the Capital Formation COO in a range of strategic initiatives across regions.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing analytical and creative support in designing the Capital Formation strategy and implementing/executing strategic priorities across the platform; including working with Client Coverage, Product Strategy and Client Services teams
• Driving weekly and monthly reporting efforts on fundraising updates across products and overall platform to the GIP Office of the Chairman for use across strategic initiatives and the determination of client priorities
• Partnering with teams across the platform and the firm to create executive-level presentations for use with internal audiences including GIP Partner updates, BlackRock Global Executive Committee, and other client business forums
• Contributing to the development of GIP’s new fund targets (including the establishment of budgets by fund, region, and client segments) via connecting with investment teams across the platform, and generating analysis that influences business development decisions
• Working cross-functionally to deliver key strategic priorities with an emphasis on project management and strategic thinking in partnership with project leads and working teams; including working on numerous strategic projects
• Ensuring proper connectivity across capital formation, business functions and BlackRock Client Business, by representing GIP Capital Formation COO office priorities
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or equivalent degree with strong record of academic achievement
• 2-4 years of experience in Business Strategy, Private Fundraising, Investor Relations, Investment Consulting, Private Equity or Portfolio Management
• Strong writing, PowerPoint, Excel, problem-solving, and quantitative skills
• Ability to deliver with a sense of urgency, responding to tight deadlines and multiple demands
• Ability to use data and clearly articulate ideas to internal and external audiences
• Ability to work effectively at all levels of an organization and build strong relationships with team members, managers, and senior executives in multiple locations
• Ability to manage complex, interdepartmental projects in a professional, inclusive, deadline-driven fashion
• Highly effective process and project management skills: coordination, execution, follow-up and attention to detail
• Knowledge and understanding of private capital markets, infrastructure investing, or private equity is preferred
  
  

For New York, NY Only the salary range for this position is USD$105,000.00 - USD$137,500.00 . Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including healthcare, 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

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