Senior Investment Analyst, Private Markets

Investment Analyst

U.S. Bank ("USB") is looking for an Investment Analyst to join the private markets investment team. The Private Markets team is responsible for sourcing, conducting diligence, monitoring and merchandizing of private market investment opportunities (e.g. private equity, venture capital, private debt and private real assets) for the various client segments that include institutions, and ultra-high-net-worth and high-net-worth individuals and families. The team is also in the process of building and launching co-mingled private equity funds.

This is an opportunity to join an active and rapidly growing private markets program within one of the most respected financial institutions in the industry. The individual will report to the Head of Private Markets and participate in the design and execution of an industry leading private markets program that invests across primary, secondary and direct opportunities. The individual will also be an integral part of the team and will play an important role in sourcing, evaluating, recommending, monitoring, and presenting investment ideas.

Key Responsibilities :

• Collaborate with private markets team members to source and evaluate investment opportunities
• Support or co-lead due diligence efforts on private market investments. Responsible for analyzing targets under review for investment, as well as constructing the accompanying financial models and presentations in support of investment decisions
• Prepare investment thesis, due diligence reports and investment memos and present to deal team and investment committees
• Develop / maintain relationships with internal portfolio managers, intermediaries and private market general partners
• Work with legal, product and operations teams within USB when negotiating on prospective and ongoing investments. Communicate with Portfolio Managers to gather and / or clarify client-specific data for reporting
• Prepare presentation materials for clients across various business segments
• Monitor existing investments. Closely examine and monitor developments at investment management firms and notify clients of critical issues in an accurate and timely manner
• Provide research and analytical support to the private markets team and for ad-hoc requests
• Track private market industry to provide guidance and narrative on what is occurring in those markets and how it relates to USB's investment views
• Participate in client and prospect meetings and provide marketing support to internal portfolio managers
• Assist in mentoring and developing interns and other analysts
• Actively work with financial databases such as FactSet, Pitchbook, Private-I, and Preqin

Basic Qualifications : Bachelor's degree in business, finance and / or similar technical field; pre-MBA - Two to Five years of private market investment and research experience Preferred Skills / Experience : Two to Five years of investment experience private equity, investment banking, investment management, or consulting experience preferred - Strong understanding of investment management technical and fundamental analysis - Proficient in quantitative analysis and financial modeling - Good understanding of the economy and market conditions and the impact on differing investment styles and strategies - Ability to work independently as well as contribute to a team. Draft investment recommendations and present to the Investment Committee, as directed and when appropriate - Strong analytical skills - Strong Excel skills - Strong verbal and written communication skills. Draft client communications, letters and presentations with high levels of professional institutional quality

Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members' whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following (some may vary based on role, location or hours) :

U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, and other factors protected under applicable law.