Job Title:
Associate, Investment Strategy Location:
London Business Unit:
Private Wealth Solutions Blackstone is seeking a professional to join the Investment Strategy team in the Private Wealth Solutions group in London. The Investment Strategy team develops thought leadership related to global macroeconomic and financial market trends in order to guide asset allocation and inform investment and strategic decisions. The individual will be working on thematic research on asset allocation and the intersection between macro and finance, as well as contributing to the team’s broader day-to-day activities. Given the team’s many touchpoints across the firm, the individual will work with a variety of professionals across job functions, including investment and asset management teams, investor and client services, and operational groups including legal, marketing, and others. The successful candidate will be a highly skilled researcher in economics or finance. We are looking for candidates interested in the application of research to real world decision making and in building a broad experience and long-term career in a fast-growing firm. The position provides the time and focus that is necessary to conduct high quality research together with the breadth of exposure that is necessary to build a well-rounded career. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Conducting thematic research to help drive thought leadership Shorter term ad hoc projects to respond to higher frequency events and questions Contribute to presentation materials Joint projects with other businesses in the firm Qualifications: Blackstone seeks to hire individuals who work well in a team-driven working environment, are highly motivated, intelligent, have sound judgment and have demonstrated excellence in prior endeavors. The successful candidate must have: A very strong academic background in economics or finance Outstanding quantitative, verbal and written skills Adaptable, “can-do” attitude, with the ability and desire to work on a wide range of topics A Ph.D. with a strong track record in conducting original research is a plus Experience with coding languages or statistical analysis software is a plus The duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive and additional assignments, duties, or responsibilities may be required of this position. Assignments, duties, and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, by Blackstone in its sole discretion. Blackstone is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic predisposition, veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offense or stalking, or any other class or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. All Blackstone employees, including but not limited to recruiting personnel and hiring managers, are required to abide by this policy.
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Associate, Investment Strategy Location:
London Business Unit:
Private Wealth Solutions Blackstone is seeking a professional to join the Investment Strategy team in the Private Wealth Solutions group in London. The Investment Strategy team develops thought leadership related to global macroeconomic and financial market trends in order to guide asset allocation and inform investment and strategic decisions. The individual will be working on thematic research on asset allocation and the intersection between macro and finance, as well as contributing to the team’s broader day-to-day activities. Given the team’s many touchpoints across the firm, the individual will work with a variety of professionals across job functions, including investment and asset management teams, investor and client services, and operational groups including legal, marketing, and others. The successful candidate will be a highly skilled researcher in economics or finance. We are looking for candidates interested in the application of research to real world decision making and in building a broad experience and long-term career in a fast-growing firm. The position provides the time and focus that is necessary to conduct high quality research together with the breadth of exposure that is necessary to build a well-rounded career. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Conducting thematic research to help drive thought leadership Shorter term ad hoc projects to respond to higher frequency events and questions Contribute to presentation materials Joint projects with other businesses in the firm Qualifications: Blackstone seeks to hire individuals who work well in a team-driven working environment, are highly motivated, intelligent, have sound judgment and have demonstrated excellence in prior endeavors. The successful candidate must have: A very strong academic background in economics or finance Outstanding quantitative, verbal and written skills Adaptable, “can-do” attitude, with the ability and desire to work on a wide range of topics A Ph.D. with a strong track record in conducting original research is a plus Experience with coding languages or statistical analysis software is a plus The duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive and additional assignments, duties, or responsibilities may be required of this position. Assignments, duties, and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, by Blackstone in its sole discretion. Blackstone is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic predisposition, veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offense or stalking, or any other class or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. All Blackstone employees, including but not limited to recruiting personnel and hiring managers, are required to abide by this policy.
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