Job Description
Blackstone is the world’s largest alternative asset manager. We seek to create positive economic impact and long-term value for our investors, the companies we invest in, and the communities in which we work. We do this by using extraordinary people and flexible capital to help companies solve problems. Our $1.1 trillion in assets under management include investment vehicles focused on private equity, real estate, public debt and equity, infrastructure, life sciences, growth equity, opportunistic, non-investment grade credit, real assets and secondary funds, all on a global basis. Further information is available at www.blackstone.com. Follow @blackstone on LinkedIn, X, and Instagram.
Job Description:
Blackstone Credit & Insurance
Blackstone Credit & Insurance (“BXCI”) is one of the world’s leading credit investors. Our investments span the credit markets, including private investment grade, asset based lending, public investment grade and high yield, sustainable resources, infrastructure debt, collateralized loan obligations, direct lending and opportunistic credit. We seek to generate attractive risk-adjusted returns for institutional and individual investors by offering companies capital needed to strengthen and grow their businesses. BXCI is also a leading provider of investment management services for insurers, helping those companies better deliver for policyholders through our world-class capabilities in investment grade private credit.
Blackstone Credit & Insurance (BXCI) is seeking a Principal to join the EMEA BXCI Structuring team within the Office of the Chief Investment Officer (OCIO). The Structuring team is primarily responsible for (i) structuring and executing investments (ii) creating and managing vehicles to hold underlying assets in an efficient manner for investors (iii) owning relationships across rating agencies and banks related to structed solutions (iv) working closely with origination teams for ongoing maintenance of structures (v) liaising with the BXCI sales teams to identify new fundraising opportunities (vi) collaborating closely across other functions within OCIO and the broader BXCI platform and (vii) preparing and maintain models, analysis, updates and presentations regarding the aforementioned topics. The candidate will work closely with all OCIO functions, investment teams as well as across the broader platform and senior management to execute on these responsibilities
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Structuring & Execution – responsible for structuring and execution of investments across BXCI’s EMEA portfolio, ensuring transactions are optimally designed for return, risk, and compliance.
Vehicle Creation & Management – Oversee the creation and management of vehicles to hold underlying assets in the most efficient manner for investors, considering tax, regulatory, and operational factors.
Stakeholder Management – manage senior relationships with rating agencies, banks, and other counterparties related to structured solutions.
Ongoing Structure Maintenance – Partner with origination teams to ensure the ongoing performance, compliance, and optimization of existing structures.
Fundraising Support – Collaborate with BXCI sales teams to identify and structure new fundraising opportunities, aligning with investor needs and market conditions.
Cross-Functional Collaboration – Work closely with other OCIO functions, investment teams, legal, tax, and the broader BXCI platform to deliver integrated structuring solutions.
Market Intelligence & Innovation – Monitor rating agency methodologies, market trends, and regulatory developments to anticipate changes and innovate structuring approaches.
Analytical Leadership – Oversee the preparation and maintenance of models, analysis, updates, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring accuracy and strategic insight.
Qualifications
Experience – 8+ years in structuring, investment banking, private equity, credit investing, or related fields, with a proven track record in complex, cross-border transactions.
Technical Expertise – Deep knowledge of structured finance, credit markets, leveraged finance, and tax/regulatory frameworks across EMEA.
Analytical Excellence – Strong financial analysis, data interpretation, and strategic problem-solving skills.
Communication Skills – Exceptional ability to present complex concepts clearly to internal and external audiences, including investors, boards, and regulators.
Execution Capability – Proven ability to manage multiple high-value transactions simultaneously under tight deadlines.
Education – Undergraduate degree required; advanced degree in finance, law, economics, or related field preferred.
Personal Attributes – Integrity, discretion, resilience, and a commitment to Blackstone’s values and long-term success.
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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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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