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BlackRock BlackRock Global Infrastructure, Investment Associate in Greenwich, Connecticut
About this role
BlackRock Global Infrastructure (https://www.blackrock.com/institutions/en-us/strategies/alternatives/real-assets/infrastructure) is looking to hire an Associate for an immediate start based in Greenwich, CT .
About BlackRock Global Infrastructure
The BlackRock Global Infrastructure team manages $15 billion of capital commitments across four funds. The team is currently busy investing its fourth vintage fund, which reached a final close in 2024 with $6.1 billion of capital commitments and is pursuing investments globally across the following sectors: energy & environmental, digital infrastructure, low carbon power, regulated utilities, and transport & logistics. Recent investments in Fund IV include:
GridTek, a leading provider of mission critical repair, maintenance and upgrade services for electric transmission & distribution infrastructure to blue chip US utility customers
Mainova WebHouse, a first-of-its-kind data center partnership with a leading, regional energy supplier in Germany to develop & operate hyperscale data centers powered by renewable energy
Portland Natural Gas Transmission System, a regulated natural gas pipeline system in the Northeastern US
Stratos JV, a joint venture with Occidental Petroleum to build the world’s largest direct air carbon capture facility in Texas
The team traces its legacy back to the First Reserve Energy Infrastructure business which was acquired by BlackRock in 2017 and is headquartered in Greenwich, but also has offices in London, Singapore, Houston, Riyadh, and Mexico City. There is the potential for strong performers to move to the other office locations in the future
Potential career-track role for strong performers
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Modeling: developing, utilizing, and analyzing financial models in order to evaluate investment opportunities
Due Diligence and Execution: working with the team to assess and execute new investments. This will include conducting due diligence, financial review, preparation of presentation materials for investment committee etc.
Market research: Performing market research, including research on potential investments, industries, competitors, etc.
Portfolio Monitoring: assist in the monitoring of portfolio companies including analysis of corporate development, add-on, and financing opportunities, analyzing budgets, interacting with key members of management, and positioning business to be prepared for exit
Development Value:
- Candidates will gain deep full-cycle experience in infrastructure investing through the evaluation of new investments as well as all aspects of running a business through the monitoring of existing portfolio companies
Skills/Qualifications:
Undergraduate degree with strong academic background
2+ years of previous investment banking and/or principal private equity or infrastructure investing experience
A keen interest in diversified infrastructure
Demonstrable financial modeling and evaluation skills
Strong presentation skills as well as strong oral and written communications skills
Team-oriented
Enthusiasm and commitment to working in a friendly, entrepreneurial, team environment is critical
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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