Associate, Digital Infrastructure Private Equity - AIP

About this role Overview: Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP), a part 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. GIP’s scaled platform has over $189 billion in assets under management. We believe that our focus on real infrastructure assets, combined with our deep proprietary origination network and comprehensive operational expertise, enables us to be responsible stewards of our clients’ capital and create positive economic impact for communities. Position Summary: GIP is seeking to hire an Associate to join its Digital Infrastructure Private Equity investment team. Associates will play a key role in underwriting and managing investments on behalf of both GIP’s Flagship Fund and the Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure Partnership (AIP) fund. Key Responsibilities: Financial Modeling: developing, utilizing, and analyzing robust financial models to support deal underwriting and deal structuring. Due Diligence and Execution: working with deal team members 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, competitive positioning, etc. Portfolio Company 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 Qualifications: Undergraduate degree with strong academic background Minimum of 2 years of experience in investment banking and/or private equity Previous experience in data centers, digital infrastructure, or TMT is preferred Superior analytical, financial modeling, and accounting skills Exceptional communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills Strong work ethic and attention to detail High level of professionalism, intellectual curiosity, collaboration, and self-awareness Enthusiasm and commitment to working in team environment 
For New York, NY Only the salary range for this position is USD$135,000.00 - USD$180,000.00 . 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 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 child ... (truncated, view full listing at source)