At Barings, we are as invested in our associates as we are in our clients. We recognize those who work diligently for us and reward them for personal and professional integrity, communication skills, distinct competencies and expertise in specific strategies, ability to collaborate as a team member and true dedication to the interests of our clients.
We thank you for your interest in joining the Barings team, and invite you to explore our current employment opportunities.
Position Title: Diversified Alternative Equity/Funds & Co-investments
Business Title: Associate/Senior Associate
Location: Charlotte, NC
Barings is a $420+ billion* global investment manager sourcing differentiated opportunities and building long-term portfolios across public and private fixed income, real estate, and specialist equity markets. With investment professionals based in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific, the firm, a subsidiary of MassMutual, aims to serve its clients, communities, and employees, and is committed to sustainable practices and responsible investment. Learn more, at www.barings.com.
Primary Responsibilities
Primary responsibilities are focused on underwriting investments and supporting growth and development of DAE’s private markets platform.
Investment activities include:
Origination: Support efforts for origination for funds, co-investment, and secondary opportunities for US and European private markets
Investment: Support due diligence of private equity and real asset opportunities; primary funds, direct investments (either via direct co-investment or single asset secondary investment) sponsored by private market managers, including emerging managers and independent sponsors
Monitoring: Post-investment investment monitoring. Maintain relationships with existing sponsors and market participants. Provide post-closing monitoring and valuation of investment performance and views on future expectations
Candidate will be an integral member of the DAE team and work with senior members of the investment team on the underwriting and analysis of new investments
Candidate will have support senior team around multiple functions within the group, including client management and business development activities
Candidate will develop a deep understanding of the DAE business and be able to articulate that knowledge internally and externally
Candidate must have ability to prioritize and multi-task in a dynamic environment with a high degree of independence, initiative, responsibility, and accountability
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree
Minimum of 1 to 5 years of private markets investment experience, including investment banking, consulting, asset management, etc.
Developed corporate finance analytical skills
Strong verbal and written communications skills
A high degree of proficiency and adaptability with various Microsoft Office programs including Excel, Word, Power Point and Outlook
Ability to develop strong working relationships with high-level executives and investors
Ability and willingness to travel
#LI-JB1
Requisite Skills
Direct Investments, Financial Modeling, Investment Banking, Private EquityAdditional Skills
InvestmentsBarings is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer; Minority/Female/Age/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply.
Barings offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
CORE BENEFITS & WELLNESS
- Medical (including Virtual Care), Prescription, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Fitness Center Reimbursement Program (Including Online Memberships)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Fertility Benefits
FINANCIAL WELL-BEING
- Highly competitive 401(k) Plan with Company Match
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Contributions
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Health Care & Dependent Care
- Retirement Health Reimbursement Account
LIFE INSURANCE
- Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
- Spouse and Child Life Insurance
TIME OFF, DISABILITY AND LEAVE OF ABSENCE
- Paid Vacation, Sick Days and Annual Holidays
- Paid Leave of Absences (Maternity Leave, Parental Leave, Caregiver Leave, Bereavement Time)
- Short and Long Term Disability Plans
- Paid Volunteer Time
OTHER BENEFITS
- Education Assistance Program
- Charitable Matching Gifts Program
- Commuter Reimbursement Program
- Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement Program
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- 1 to 7 years of private markets investment experience
- Strong verbal and written communications skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
- Ability to develop strong working relationships with executives
- Willingness to travel
Barings Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Barings and has not been reviewed or approved by Barings.
-
Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) with company match and a pension plan, noted as uncommon in the industry. Charitable contribution matching further strengthens long-term financial support.
-
Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage spans medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance with mental health benefits. FSAs and a fitness stipend broaden health and wellness support.
-
Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off provisions cover paid vacation, sick days, holidays, and dedicated volunteer time. Parental, caregiver, and bereavement leave add depth to the leave portfolio.
Barings Insights
What We Do
Barings is a $481+ billion* global asset management firm that partners with institutional, insurance, and intermediary clients, and supports leading businesses with flexible financing solutions. The firm, a subsidiary of MassMutual, seeks to deliver excess returns by leveraging its global scale and capabilities across public and private markets in fixed income, real assets and capital solutions. Learn more at www.Barings.com.
