Company:

Mercer

Description:

We are seeking a talented individual to join our Private Equity Co-Investment team at Mercer. This role can be based in Richmond or Atlanta and offers a hybrid work arrangement, requiring a minimum of three days per week in the office.

As a Private Equity Co-investment Associate, you will be part of Mercer Investments’ expanding Alternatives team, supporting institutional investors across private equity, real estate, and infrastructure. This role offers the opportunity to engage in investment sourcing, due diligence, and performance monitoring for a diverse global client base. Mercer’s experienced team collaborates across North America, Europe, and Asia, providing a dynamic environment to develop expertise in alternative asset classes. Join us to contribute to innovative investment strategies and work alongside industry-leading professionals worldwide.

We will count on you to:

Support the senior members of the Co-investments team in the execution of transactions
Prepare quantitative and qualitative analysis in support of the firm’s due diligence on private equity co-investment opportunities
Coordinate with private equity firms and relevant advisors to support the due diligence process for relevant transactions
Assist the co-investment team in the preparation of investment committee memorandums
Monitor and report on investment/portfolio performance, including valuation of investments (when required)
Meet with and evaluate existing and new private equity managers to facilitate co-investment deal flow
Maintain deal flow pipeline utilizing internal firm databases
Assist senior team members in developing opinions on private equity fund managers and markets through ongoing qualitative and quantitative research
Participate in macro research and the preparation of industry articles
Support the team on the implementation of best practices and assist with special projects (business development, client-specific projects, etc.) on an as-needed basis

What you need to have:

BS or BA in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Accounting, or similar discipline
0-4 years of related experience, preferably in investment banking, private equity, investment management, or finance-oriented consulting firm
Advanced skills in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel; ability to quickly learn and adapt to or have practical experience working with large enterprise class
Understands the notion of “global responsibility” and exhibits a strong interest in stepping outside of one’s daily tasks to help facilitate others’ growth and success
Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to clearly and confidently articulate complex issues while demonstrating financial knowledge with clients, investment managers, and team members
Ability to work with limited supervision and demonstrates professionalism, efficiency, and a desire for growth, with the ability to multi-task, solve problems independently, and adapt to changing priorities; self-sufficient, highly responsible, and adaptable, with strong initiative and a proactive approach

What makes you stand out:

Completed related programs or designations
Worked with pension plans or alternatives in private equity

Why join our team:

We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders.
We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have an impact on colleagues, clients, and communities.
Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being.

Mercer, a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), is a global leader in helping clients realize their investment objectives, shape the future of work and enhance health and retirement outcomes for their people. Marsh McLennan is a global leader in risk, strategy and people, advising clients in 130 countries across four businesses: Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer and Oliver Wyman. With annual revenue of $24 billion and more than 90,000 colleagues, Marsh McLennan helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit mercer.com, or follow on LinkedIn and X.

Marsh McLennan is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, veteran status (including protected veterans), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting reasonableaccommodations@mmc.com.

Marsh McLennan is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh McLennan colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.