Blackstone

Blackstone Operating Team, CAO & COO Analyst

New York Full time

Blackstone is the world’s largest alternative asset manager. We seek to create positive economic impact and long-term value for our investors, the companies we invest in, and the communities in which we work. We do this by using extraordinary people and flexible capital to help companies solve problems. Our $1.1 trillion in assets under management include investment vehicles focused on private equity, real estate, public debt and equity, infrastructure, life sciences, growth equity, opportunistic, non-investment grade credit, real assets and secondary funds, all on a global basis. Further information is available at www.blackstone.com. Follow @blackstone on LinkedInX, and Instagram.

Blackstone Operating Team (BXOT)

The Blackstone Operating Team attracts dedicated senior-level advisors, industry leading professionals, and passionate operators who are committed to building resilient, successful businesses across the globe. Our team works together with portfolio company c-suite leadership to develop and implement industry leading strategies in healthcare, cybersecurity, technology and AI/data science, ESG and sustainability, and spend management with an emphasis on talent development and leadership.

Reporting to the BXOT leadership team, the CAO/ COO Analyst will play a critical role in supporting key initiatives across the organization.  Key responsibilities for the role include marketing content creation, data management and reporting, and supporting the operations of Blackstone’s Senior Advisor Program. This role provides the opportunity to work closely with senior-level stakeholders across both investment strategies and BXOT functionalities, to develop team strategy, and to contribute to the operational excellence of Blackstone’s portfolio companies. 

Responsibilities

Content Creation & Marketing Materials

  • Develop materials for hallmark events including CEO conferences, LP week, and ad hoc BXOT / PE leadership events
  • Maintain team marketing materials
  • Create case studies on portfolio company value creation stories
  • Additional content generation will be required as team’s coverage expands to support BXDS

Senior Advisor Program Management

  • Assist with vendor onboarding processes (compliance, IT, HR / payroll)
  • Assist with coordinating quarterly advisor program calls (scheduling, curating agenda and materials)
  • Liaise with key BX functional groups to manage invoicing and contract administration
  • Maintain advisor database and manage year-end review and renewal processes

BXOT Reporting & Data Management

  • Assist with maintaining Smartsheet trackers and data management systems as we continue to roll out BX operating system
  • Assist with recurring senior-level reporting dashboards and updates
  • Assist with ad hoc projects (i.e., cost / cash diagnostics, portfolio sensitivity analysis, CEO conferences, etc.)

Qualifications

Blackstone seeks to hire individuals who are highly motivated, intelligent and have demonstrated excellence in prior endeavors. in addition, candidates must meet the following qualifications:

  • Undergraduate degree required 
  • At least 1 year of work experience in finance or similar professional services environment
  • Advanced PowerPoint and storytelling/narrative development skills, effectively distills complex information, experience with managing senior-level stakeholders
  • Project management skills, strong attention to detail
  • Strong communication skills (written and verbal), excellent interpersonal skills, and experience communicating with senior-level executives
  • Advanced Excel skills, experience with data visualization, and critical thinking / analytical problem-solving skills
  • Works well independently with quick turnaround
  • Interest in being “hands on” doer to support the program and team
  • Works well with others; interested in collaborating on a team as a Blackstone culture carrier
  • Confidence and skills to interface with senior-level executives across many functional business areas


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.

Expected annual base salary range:

$110,000 - $130,000

Actual base salary within that range will be determined by several components including but not limited to the individual's experience, skills, qualifications and job location. For roles located outside of the US, please disregard the posted salary bands as these roles will follow a separate compensation process based on local market comparables.

Additional compensation and benefits offered in connection with the role consist of comprehensive health benefits, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, and FSA benefits; paid time off; life insurance; 401(k) plan; and discretionary bonuses. Certain employees may also be eligible for equity and other incentive compensation at Blackstone’s 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.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, please contact Human Resources at 212-583-5000 (US), +44 (0)20 7451 4000 (EMEA) or +852 3656 8600 (APAC).

Depending on the position, you may be required to obtain certain securities licenses if you are in a client facing role and/or if you are engaged in the following:

  • Attending client meetings where you are discussing Blackstone products and/or and client questions;

  • Marketing Blackstone funds to new or existing clients;

  • Supervising or training securities licensed employees;

  • Structuring or creating Blackstone funds/products; and

  • Advising on marketing plans prepared by a sales team or developing and/or contributing information for marketing materials.

Note: The above list is not the exhaustive list of activities requiring securities licenses and there may be roles that require review on a case-by-case basis.  Please speak with your Blackstone Recruiting contact with any questions.

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