Blackstone Real Estate Debt Strategies (BREDS) Finance & Operations, Vice President at Blackstone

New York, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Real Estate, Asset Management, FinanceIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a similar discipline (CFA and/or CPA is a plus)
  • 8+ years of experience in public accounting, transaction services, a private equity fund, consulting, or other relevant real estate debt roles
  • Experience in the insurance or financial services industries is required
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills; communicates complex topics clearly to clients and investment professionals
  • Proven skill to work in a dynamic environment that requires the execution of transactions as well as projects and initiatives in support of a rapidly growing business
  • A self-motivated individual with a strong [work ethic implied]

Responsibilities

  • Primary finance and operational point person for BREDS insurance portfolio, partnering with investment professionals, asset management, portfolio management, and other counterparts across Blackstone to execute new client mandates and investment initiatives
  • Assist the BREDS private loan operations team in developing Best-in-Class processes for data aggregation, client reporting, reconciliations, and loan level accounting on behalf of insurance capital
  • Facilitate commercial real estate loan closings and other transactions with insurance clients, internal Blackstone teams, and outside service providers
  • Communicate with external insurance company clients and internal client relationship teams to coordinate and prepare responses to client requests, portfolio inquiries, and other matters
  • Oversee internal and external financial reporting of BREDS’ insurance portfolio across the business including operational data feeds, asset valuation handoffs, and portfolio analytics
  • Ensure ongoing operational processes are operating effectively pursuant to standard operating procedures, including technology stack and broader reporting processes

Skills

Real Estate Finance
Debt Strategies
Financial Operations
Capital Markets
Portfolio Management
Transaction Execution

Blackstone

Global alternative asset management firm

About Blackstone

Blackstone is a leader in alternative asset management, focusing on private equity, real estate, and credit investments. The firm manages over $1.1 trillion in assets and partners with financial advisors to provide access to private markets, aiming to create strong businesses that deliver lasting value. Its main products, BREIT and BCRED, cater to income-focused investors, while the On-Demand Continuing Education Program helps educate investors on private market topics. Blackstone's goal is to identify economic trends and invest in industry-leading businesses to generate strong returns.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
1985Year Founded
$18,081.8MTotal Funding
UNKNOWNCompany Stage
Financial Services, Real Estate, EducationIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Risks

Increased competition in AI may lead to overvaluation and market saturation.
Potential regulatory scrutiny due to significant investments in diverse sectors.
Economic instability in Europe could impact returns from European investments.

Differentiation

Blackstone is a global leader in alternative asset management with $1.1 trillion AUM.
The firm specializes in private equity, real estate, and credit investments.
Blackstone partners with financial advisors to provide access to private markets.

Upsides

Blackstone's $300M investment in DDN shows a strategic pivot towards AI-driven growth sectors.
The €250M investment in Sia Partners expands Blackstone's footprint in AI consulting services.
Partnership with Jersey Mike’s indicates investment in established consumer brands with growth potential.

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