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Position Overview
StepStone Group is currently seeking a candidate with excellent quantitative, qualitative and interpersonal skills for an Analyst position within our Private Debt team in London. The Analyst will work in a collaborative team environment, reviewing private debt investment opportunities and conducting due diligence on selected fund managers. Investment opportunities may include Primary Funds, Separately Managed Accounts, Secondaries and Co-Investments.
The Analyst will have the opportunity to develop and articulate investment findings and contribute to recommendations presented by the investment team to the Firm’s Investment Committee. StepStone prides itself on its collegial atmosphere, encouraging team-building initiatives and a collaborative approach to accomplishing projects.
The Analyst will engage with colleagues at all levels of the Firm, from Partners to peers, and will have the opportunity to interact with many of the leading fund managers in the private credit industry. This role requires adherence to the highest ethical standards, along with demonstrated maturity, reliability and strong attention to detail.
Essential Job Functions
- Interpret financial analyses prepared by target fund managers, including investment track records and financial statement analysis
- Support Senior Research staff in managing and tracking the inflow of investment opportunities
- Assess marketing and supporting materials from prospective fund managers to identify key value drivers and areas for further investigation
- Help develop recommendations regarding prospective investments and communicate the supporting analysis effectively in written materials and team discussions, including Investment Committee meetings
- Write Fund Summaries and Investment Memorandums in line with StepStone standards
- Use creativity to analyze data and test hypotheses regarding the attractiveness of specific sectors and investment opportunities
- Form an independent opinion on the attractiveness of a credit strategy or fund as an investment opportunity and clearly articulate findings
- Analyze and monitor the performance of the Firm’s existing fund managers and underlying investments; prepare for and participate in meetings with assigned managers and conduct ongoing due diligence
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements
- BA/BS in Finance, Economics, Accounting or another relevant field; Master’s degree preferred
- Relevant internship experience or up to 2 years of professional experience in investment banking, consulting, asset management, private markets or a related field
- Demonstrated track record of academic success
- Strong analytical capabilities, including writing and quantitative/modelling skills
Other Desired Skills/Attributes
- Ability to represent the Firm credibly in written and interpersonal communications
- Leadership potential
- High proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel
- StepStone is a dynamic and entrepreneurial organization, and all professionals are expected to perform multiple functions
- Ability to promote and demonstrate a positive, team-oriented attitude
- Exposure to valuation and investment analysis through academic, internship or professional experience
At StepStone, we believe that our people are our most important asset and crucial to our success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to create an environment that empowers our employees and allows them to be heard, regardless of title or tenure. Our organizational community features multiple Employment Resource Groups as well as mentorship programs to enhance the employee experience for all.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, StepStone does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
Candidates must be at least 18 years old to apply.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or another relevant field
- Relevant internship experience or up to 2 years of professional experience in investment banking, consulting, asset management, private markets, or a related field
- Demonstrated academic success
- Strong analytical capabilities
- Strong writing and quantitative or financial modeling skills
- High proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Master’s degree
- Exposure to valuation and investment analysis through academic, internship, or professional experience
StepStone Group Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about StepStone Group and has not been reviewed or approved by StepStone Group.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as generous with multiple plan options, and in some cases employee‑only premiums are fully paid. Feedback suggests wellness resources and plan choice enhance the overall value of the package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) program that is viewed favorably. Feedback suggests long‑term incentive elements complement core retirement benefits.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental support includes leave coaching, paid parental leave, and resources for new parents alongside related travel and logistical supports. Feedback suggests these policies are a meaningful part of the benefits package.
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What We Do
StepStone Group (Nasdaq: STEP) is a global private markets investment firm focused on providing customized investment solutions and advisory and data services to our clients. StepStone’s clients include some of the world’s largest public and private defined benefit and defined contribution pension funds, sovereign wealth funds and insurance companies, as well as prominent endowments, foundations, family offices and private wealth clients, which include high-net-worth and mass affluent individuals.StepStone partners with its clients to develop and build private markets portfolios designed to meet their specific objectives across the private equity, infrastructure, private debt and real estate asset classes.
