Analyst - Valuations, Private Market

Job Description

About This Role

This role sits within Preqin, a part of BlackRock. Preqin plays a key role in how we are revolutionizing private markets data and technology for clients globally, complementing our existing Aladdin technology platform to deliver investment solutions for the whole portfolio.

Role And Responsibilities

In this role, you will be part of the Investment Valuation Services team that is responsible for investment monitoring and valuation process for our clients investing in private equity, private debt, private infrastructure, and private real estate portfolios.

- Monitoring and gathering information from news sources, flagging of transactions for valuation adjustments
- Preparation of investment valuation adjustments for fund investments (both primary and secondary), which mainly relates to the fair value adjustment process of underlying portfolio companies held indirectly within fund investments
- Working on daily, monthly and quarterly investment valuation and monitoring process around partnership fund investments
- Consolidation and finalization of month end valuations per reporting timelines
- Collaborate with external parties (service providers, auditors etc.) on valuation-related matters
- Contribute to development and improvement of existing monitoring, valuation and reporting tools and processes

Key Requirements For This Role

- University degree in Accounting and/or Finance.
- CA, CPA, CFA, CAIA, ACCA, or other accounting/ finance certification preferred
- 3 - 5 years of relevant experience in the financial industry (in controllership, audit or valuation function) with an understanding of different types of financial instruments and valuation concepts
- Ability to work with tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment and multi-cultural environment to achieve clear goals within a short timeframe
- Analytical skills, attention to detail and a good team player
- Knowledge with SQL queries, programming languages or business analytics software such as Microsoft, Power BI and Qliksense knowledge is preferred
- Proficient in MS Office and specifically MS Excel
- Good written and verbal English communication skills

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

BlackRocks 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 childrens 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. Its why were 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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BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, family status, gender identity, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected attributes at law.

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