Investment Analyst - Private Equity

Role Value Proposition:

MetLife Investment Management (MIM) is one of the largest institutional investors and asset managers in the world, with over $651 billion in combined managed assets, and has consistently generated superior returns for both policyholders and shareholders. The enterprise has more than 900 dedicated professionals with extensive experience and expertise across public and private fixed income and private assets, including real estate. Visit us at www.metlife.com/investments to learn more.

MetLife seeks an Investment Analyst to join our private equity unit (PEU) managing more than $13 billion of assets on behalf of our general account and affiliated entities. The Investment Analyst position is a unique opportunity to work directly with senior management in a small, flat investment organization that has generated strong long-term returns for its constituents. MetLife’s portfolio is invested globally across a broad range of private equity sub sectors, including private equity (LBOs), venture capital, growth equity, energy, distressed debt, secondary funds and equity co-investments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist and participate in fund and equity co-investments due diligence including review of dataroom, detailed portfolio review and analysis, and fundamental research of portfolio holdings.
• Actively monitor our existing funds and update the PEU with meeting notes (highlighting major changes to the underlying portfolio - exits, new investments, value drivers / underperformers, org. changes, fundraising).
• Preparation of investment memos and presentations for investment committee.
• Meet with existing GP’s to receive updates to evaluate investment progress, team/organizational changes, strategy, and to receive updates on the state of the markets and potential investment opportunities.
• Assist in the completion of sector reviews for our Special Situations, LBO, and Venture Capital portfolio segments.
• Analyze and monitor existing portfolio relationships through annual meeting attendance and monitoring of quarterly reports.
• Track new opportunities with external investment managers.

Essential Business Experience and Technical Skills:

Required:

• 0 – 2 years of Financial Services Experience and/or Internships.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and interpersonal skills with ability to work independently and in a team.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suites products including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Detail-oriented individual with keen focus on performance and results.
• Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's Degree required. Preferred in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Engineering, or similar analytical/quantitative field.

Travel

Negligible

Business Category

Investments

Number of Openings

1

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MetLife:

MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world’s leading financial services companies, providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to help its individual and institutional customers navigate their changing world. Founded in 1868, MetLife has operations in more than 40 countries and holds leading market positions in the United States, Japan, Latin America, Asia, Europe and the Middle East.

We are one of the largest institutional investors in the U.S. with $642.4 billion of total assets under management as of March 31, 2021. We are ranked #46 on the Fortune 500 list for 2021. In 2020, we were named to the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) for the fifth year in a row. DJSI is a global index to track the leading sustainability-driven companies. We are proud to have been named to Fortune magazine's 2021 list of the "World's Most Admired Companies."

MetLife is committed to building a purpose-driven and inclusive culture that energizes our people. Our employees work every day to help build a more confident future for people around the world.

We want to make it simple for all interested and qualified candidates to apply for employment opportunities with MetLife. For further information about how to request a reasonable accommodation, please click on the Disability Accommodations link below.

MetLife is a proud Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at MetLife without regards to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace.

Requisition #: 125795