The posting
SUMMARY
As an intern in the Fund Data Reporting and Analytics Team (“Fund Data Team)” within Grosvenor’s Finance Department, the Intern will focus primarily on preparing portfolio performance reports and analyses in support of GCM Grosvenor’s business development and marketing initiatives for our Private Equity, Infrastructure, and Real Estate investment verticals.
The Fund Data Team works closely with our Client Services, Marketing, Corporate, and Investment teams, which submit recurring and ad hoc requests for performance and benchmarking reports, pro forma portfolio analyses, and other portfolio metrics. Furthermore, the Fund Data Team works closely with our Fund Finance team and our administrators to obtain the information necessary to prepare the requested reports and analyses. The role operates in a fast-paced, dynamic, deadline-driven environment, so the ideal candidate must be a well-organized, thoughtful team player who operates well under pressure and has excellent analytical and communication skills.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The individual will be involved in the following critical activities:
- Analyze data related to fund and co-investments across all our private equity, infrastructure, credit, and real estate-focused portfolios.
- Prepare, analyze, and report performance information for business development and marketing purposes as well as for GCM Grosvenor’s investment team and senior management.
- Prepare historical and forward-looking analysis for management fees, carried interest, and expenses.
- Assist in Master Entity Data management across the GCM fund and investment universe.
- Perform various ad-hoc and medium-term projects as assigned. Manage multiple requests simultaneously, ensuring that deadlines are met.
- Regularly interact with disparate departments across the firm to obtain information required to prepare the requested reports and analyses.
- Manage analyses and requests through a multitude of applications and data visualization tools such as Microsoft PowerBI, Microsoft PowerQuery, Tableau, IHS Market iLevel, third party benchmarking services, and various Microsoft Excel Add-ins. Gain exposure to managing and querying transactional and reference data from enterprise data warehouses and accounting databases.
EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Business Analytics with outstanding academic credentials is required.
- Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills are required. The ideal candidate will have the ability to articulate complex thoughts in a clear and concise manner.
- Microsoft Excel skills and a demonstrated aptitude for quantitative and qualitative analysis are required.
- A strong attention to detail and concern for the quality and accuracy of final work products is critical.
- The highest degree of integrity and the ability to maintain confidential information is absolutely necessary.
- The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, a high level of energy and the flexibility to work extended hours at times to accommodate specific projects.
In terms of cultural fit, the successful candidate will be self-motivated and energized by working amongst a group of thoughtful, smart, and successful colleagues. They will enjoy being part of an organization focused on excellence and will be a naturally collaborative person who enjoys interacting with individuals at all levels. Additionally, they will be a strong team player with a proactive approach and the ability to exercise discretion and judgment.
Interns are not eligible for employee benefits like health insurance, paid time off, or 401(k) plans.
This position is not eligible for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future (including, but not limited to, H-1B, TN, or other employment-based visas). Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants requiring future sponsorship for continued work authorization (for example, following F-1 OPT/CPT, or J-1 status) are not eligible.
Actual base salary may vary based on factors such as individual's experience, skills, and qualifications for the role. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on factors such as individual, team, and company performance as well as a comprehensive benefits package.
CHICAGO ANNUAL PAY RANGE
$65,000—$70,000 USD
ABOUT THE FIRM
GCM Grosvenor (Nasdaq: GCMG) is a global alternative asset management solutions provider with approximately $97 billion in assets under management across private equity, infrastructure, real estate, credit, and absolute return investment strategies.
The firm has specialized in alternatives for more than 54 years and has a diverse, engaged team of approximately 560 professionals serving a global client base. Eligible employees can elect to participate in comprehensive healthcare coverage (including medical, dental, vision and life insurance), flexible spending accounts, and the employer sponsored retirement plan. Additionally, employees are eligible for paid time off, parental leave, short-term and long-term disability, as well as other care/wellness programs.
The firm is headquartered in Chicago, with offices in New York, Toronto, London, Frankfurt, Tokyo, Hong Kong, Seoul, and Sydney. For more information, visit: gcmgrosvenor.com.
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