Asset Management - Chicago, IL PGIM Private Capital - Investment Analyst (Midwest)
About the position
PGIM Private Capital (“PPC”) is the private capital investment arm of Prudential and one of the largest private debt investors in the world with nearly $97.5 billion in AUM across more than 1,000 companies globally (as of 9/30/20). PPC typically invests $10-13 billion annually in privately placed senior and mezzanine financings with middle-market companies.
PGIM Private Capital is seeking an Investment Analyst to join their Chicago Corporate Finance Office.
The Investment Analyst role is a three-year assignment that offers candidates the chance to build their analytical skills, expand their knowledge of private capital investments, and broaden their knowledge of capital markets. In this role, the Analyst supports PGIM Private Capital in managing and investing private placement senior, mezzanine and equity investments in companies around the globe. PGIM Private Capital’s clients range from large multi-national public companies to smaller privately held companies across broad industry classifications.
Working on a small dedicated team, Analyst responsibilities include industry analysis, financial modeling, comparable analysis, preparing discussion materials, portfolio monitoring, marketing support, and special projects. The Analyst role includes direct interaction with senior management.
Expertise, analysis, and experience drive everything we do. We invest in the potential of our employees by offering them large-scope, small-team emphasis on collaboration, and commitment to a healthy balance between a professional and personal life. We challenge you as an individual so you can make real contributions while you grow your capabilities.
Qualifications
Candidate with a bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, with a strong record of academic achievement
Excellent analytical and accounting skills, including advanced knowledge of Excel.
Strong understanding of capital markets, including debt and equity security terms as well as valuation methodologies
Strong writing, interpersonal and communication skills
Business related experience preferred, but not required
Participation in the Chartered Financial Analysts® (CFA) program
Prudential is a multinational financial services leader with operations in the United States, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Leveraging its heritage of life insurance and asset management expertise, Prudential is focused on helping individual and institutional customers grow and protect their wealth. The company's well-known Rock symbol is an icon of strength, stability, expertise and innovation that has stood the test of time. Prudential's businesses offer a variety of products and services, including life insurance, annuities, retirement-related services, mutual funds, asset management, and real estate services.
We recognize that our strength and success are directly linked to the quality and skills of our diverse associates. We are proud to be a place where talented people who want to make a difference can grow as professionals, leaders, and as individuals. Visit www.prudential.com to learn more about our values, our history and our brand.
Prudential is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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