Investment Management - Private Equity Solutions - Investment Analyst

Morgan Stanley Private Equity Solutions (the Team), an investment team within MSIM, seeks to deliver innovative private markets solutions to a global client base across a variety of asset classes within private equity and related strategies. The Team is comprised of over 50 investment professionals based in suburban Philadelphia, New York, London, and Hong Kong and manages a global program across primary fund investing and direct investing in developed and emerging markets.

Since 2014, the Team has developed a strong footprint in impact investing by deploying over $1bn in social and environmental impact strategies, with a particular focus on climate impact investments ranging from cleantech to sustainable agriculture. The Team recently launched the 1GT Fund (link) to invest in growth stage decarbonization companies across power, mobility, sustainable food & agriculture, and circular economy sectors. 1GT focuses on European and North American direct investment opportunities.

Role Profile

The Team is seeking candidates with experience in a finance, investment, or strategy consulting role for an Analyst position to focus on direct investing on behalf of the 1GT fund and European private markets investing, including primary fund investing.

Investment professionals at the Analyst level work closely with senior investment professionals on ~4-person deal teams and are responsible for investment analysis, research, and investment process management. The private markets program spans asset classes from venture capital to leveraged buyouts and special situations. The position is available in London.

Primary Responsibilities

• Creating and executing financial analyses in support of the investment process (e.g. financial statement analysis, financial modelling, comparable company valuation analysis, etc.)
• Conducting fundamental research on a wide range of industries, companies, climate impact solutions, and macroeconomic trends
• Participating in investment diligence including calls / meetings with industry experts, equity research analysts, management teams, and private equity sponsors

Qualifications

• Graduate of a bachelor's degree program or equivalent with superior academic performance
• Experience in private equity, investment banking, or consulting
• Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• An understanding of financial concepts, valuation, and accounting, ideally gained through direct experience of financial modelling
• A high level of attention-to-detail
• An ability to meet challenging deadlines while maintaining quality and accuracy
• Strong team player

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:

We are committed to maintaining the first-class service and high standard of excellence that have defined Morgan Stanley for over 85 years. At our foundation are five core values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - that guide our more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you'll find trusted colleagues, committed mentors and a culture that values diverse perspectives, individual intellect and cross-collaboration. We Firm is differentiated by the caliber of our diverse team. While our company culture and commitment to inclusion define our legacy and shape our future, helping to strengthen our business and bring value to clients around the world. Learn more about how we put this commitment to action: morganstanley.com/diversity. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry.

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