Carlyle Profile

The Carlyle Group (NASDAQ: CG) is a global investment firm with $447 billion of assets under management and more than half of the AUM managed by women, across 612 investment vehicles as of September 30, 2024. Founded in 1987 in Washington, DC, Carlyle has grown into one of the world's largest and most successful investment firms, with more than 2,300 professionals operating in 29 offices in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Australia. Carlyle places an emphasis on development, retention and inclusion as supported by our internal processes and seven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). Carlyle's purpose is to invest wisely and create value on behalf of its investors, which range from public and private pension funds to wealthy individuals and families to sovereign wealth funds, unions and corporations. Carlyle invests across three segments - Global Private Equity, Global Credit and Investment Solutions - and has expertise in various industries, including: aerospace, defense & government services, consumer & retail, energy, financial services, healthcare, industrial, real estate, technology & business services, telecommunications & media and transportation.

At Carlyle, we believe that a wide spectrum of experiences and viewpoints drives performance and success. Our CEO, Harvey Schwartz, has stated that, "To build better businesses and create value for all of our stakeholders, we are focused on assembling leadership teams with the strongest insights from a range of perspectives." We strive to foster an environment where ideas are openly shared and valued. By bringing together teams with varied expertise and approaches, we enjoy a competitive advantage and create a stronger foundation for long-term success.

Fund or Department Description

AlpInvest is a leading global private equity investor with over $79 billion of assets under management as per March 31, 2024, with secondaries representing more than $33 billion in AUM. The company has approximately 240employees based primarily in Amsterdam, New York, Hong Kong, London and Tokyo. AlpInvest is part of The Carlyle Group.

Position Summary

AlpInvest Partners seeks to hire an Analyst with a focus on secondaries. Located in our Hong Kong office and reporting to the Managing Director & Head of APAC Secondaries and Global Head of Primaries. The Analyst is expected to play a key role in providing support in investment functions including financial modeling, valuation, analysis of private equity investments, preparation of investment recommendations, as well as various ad hoc reports and projects as needed.

Primary Responsibilities

• Applying critical thinking and judgement in the review of PE investment opportunities
• Constructing detailed financial models, performing industry and competitive analysis, and conducting investment or financial analysis to complete due diligence requests
• Monitoring of on-going portfolio companies through interactions with GPs, and review of financial information
• Developing relationships with GPs through annual meeting attendance
• Preparing periodic investor updates and conducting analyses and support work in developing relationships with the Secondaries team's LP base and fundraising activities
• Support the senior members of the Secondaries team in the execution of transactions

Requirements

Education & Certificates

• Bachelor's Degree in a business-related discipline (accounting, economics, etc.), with above average results

Professional Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience at an investment bank, private equity firm, management consulting or similar setting, with exposure of a wide range of transactions, valuation work and due diligence assignments

Competencies & Attributes

• Excellent written and spoken English is required
• Proficiency in Excel, Word & PowerPoint, and savvy with technology
• Strong research and analytical skills as well as superior interpersonal communication and presentation skills. Background in analyzing technology investments is considered an advantage
• Familiarity with financial modeling, valuation methodologies and accounting principles
• Ability to communicate confidently and effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization, including senior management

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