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PIMCO is looking to hire an Associate, Private Strategies to join its Special Situations team. The successful candidate will focus on underwriting and assist in sourcing and executing transactions, gaining exposure to all aspects of the investment process.
The team has a flexible mandate to deploy capital for several funds across multiple asset finance sectors (both via assets and platforms) and with the flexibility to invest across the capital structure (private equity, public equity, mezzanine, senior debt and structured finance).
Responsibilities
Analyse and underwrite complex investments with meaningful total return opportunities within the Asset-Backed Finance space
Develop and maintain cash flow models for potential investments and work on ongoing management and value-maximisation for such investments
Prepare investment memos to be presented to senior portfolio managers and investment committees
Assist with due diligence relating to new investments, including the formulation and review of business plans and coordination of legal, technical and commercial underwriting
Support financing activities for both new and existing investments, including evaluation of different financing options, legal coordination and negotiation with lenders
Conduct market research in order to identify new investment themes
Requirements
The successful candidate will likely come from private equity, consulting, investment banking, or hedge funds, with 1–3 years of relevant experience
Preference for university degree in mathematical, financial, economic or engineering related subject
Strong analytical and financial modelling skills
Strong work ethic and integrity: candidate should be a team player who is proactive, self-motivated and have a deep intellectual curiosity and desire to learn in a fast-paced environment
Excellent interpersonal communication and writing skills
Ability to prioritize and meet multiple deadlines
Strategic mindset with the capacity to think “outside of the box”
European language skills considered an advantage
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Skills Required
- 1-3 years of relevant experience
- University degree in mathematical, financial, economic or engineering related subject
- Strong analytical and financial modelling skills
- Excellent interpersonal communication and writing skills
- Ability to prioritize and meet multiple deadlines
PIMCO Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off is described as generous, with substantial vacation at hire and additional time accruing with tenure. Time away is regarded as a highly important part of the package.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is portrayed as comprehensive across medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, complemented by wellness options such as on-site fitness and health savings accounts. These offerings are consistently characterized as strong.
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Retirement Support — Offerings include 401(k) matching and Roth 401(k), with an employee stock purchase program available alongside tax-advantaged accounts. The breadth of long-term financial benefits is emphasized as a strength.
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What We Do
PIMCO is a global leader in active fixed income. With our launch in 1971 in Newport Beach, California, PIMCO introduced investors to a total return approach to fixed income investing. In the 50+ years since, we have worked relentlessly to help millions of investors pursue their objectives – regardless of shifting marketing conditions. As active investors, our goal is not just to find opportunities, but to create them. To this end, we remain firmly committed to the pursuit of our mission: delivering superior investment returns, solutions, and service to our clients.
