Private Wealth Solutions – Global Product Strategy, Associate - Singapore

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PWS is seeking an accomplished candidate with the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders and partners to join as an Associate in our PWS Global Product Strategy, APAC ex Japan team.

Global Product Strategy is focused on designing flagship, category-killing products that deliver Blackstone’s investment capabilities, redefining the accessibility of alternatives for private wealth clients. As a member of the team, the individual will be responsible for driving the design and end-to-end development of new funds. The ideal candidate will be creative and passionate about researching and creating innovative product structures and solutions to unlock new markets and distribution channels. Upon product launch, the APAC ex Japan team will also serve as specialists, providing domain knowledge and expertise on investments, performance, market dynamics and competitors.
 

Primary job responsibilities will include:

• Support the design and launch of global and local funds, balancing the regulatory framework/constraints with client preferences and emerging focus (liquidity, yield, returns, etc.)
• Partner with senior leaders across Private Wealth Solutions and Blackstone’s investment businesses to create bespoke products designed for private wealth clients
• Conduct research on product structures, regulatory developments and competitor fund launches to help identify scale opportunities
• Engage with APAC ex Japan regulators and trade bodies on potential regulatory updates and proposals that maybe relevant to the PWS business
• Work with internal Blackstone teams on the full scope of product development, including the buildout of operations, technology, marketing and finance
• Support multiple strategic initiatives and numerous firm-wide and cross-business projects
   

Qualifications:

In addition to a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in investment banking, asset management, consulting or wealth management, the successful candidate should have:

• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Demonstrated ability to write effectively
• Superior organizational skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Desire to work in a team environment

• Outstanding record of academic achievement and professional accomplishment
• Familiarity with global fund structures and regulatory landscape in APAC ex Japan
• Sound judgment and the ability to engender trust
• Integrity and professionalism
• Adaptive, collaborative, positive and proactive disposition
• “Can do” attitude, sense of urgency, diligent and conscientious work ethic
• High level of patience and emotional intelligence in order to work effectively within a dynamic environment
• Striving for excellence and driven to contribute to the company’s success
• Written and spoken Mandarin a plus

The duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive and additional assignments, duties, or responsibilities may be required of this position.  Assignments, duties, and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, by Blackstone in its sole discretion.

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If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, please contact Human Resources at 212-583-5000 (US), +44 (0)20 7451 4000 (EMEA) or +852 3656 8600 (APAC).

Depending on the position, you may be required to obtain certain securities licenses if you are in a client facing role and/or if you are engaged in the following:

• Attending client meetings where you are discussing Blackstone products and/or and client questions;

• Marketing Blackstone funds to new or existing clients;

• Supervising or training securities licensed employees;

• Structuring or creating Blackstone funds/products; and

• Advising on marketing plans prepared by a sales team or developing and/or contributing information for marketing materials.

Note: The above list is not the exhaustive list of activities requiring securities licenses and there may be roles that require review on a case-by-case basis.  Please speak with your Blackstone Recruiting contact with any questions.
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