We are global private markets specialists delivering tailored investment solutions, advisory services, and impactful, data driven insights to the world’s investors. Leveraging the power of our platform and our peerless intelligence across sectors, strategies, and geographies, we help identify the advantages and the answers our clients need to succeed.
StepStone Group is currently seeking candidates with excellent quantitative, qualitative and interpersonal skills for a long-term (9-12 months) Internship position within our Private Debt team. The successful candidate will be based in London and will work in a team environment with other StepStone team members to review private debt opportunities and perform due diligence on selected Private Debt managers. Investment opportunities encompass Primary Funds, Separately Managed Accounts, Secondaries and Co-investments. StepStone prides itself on its collegiate atmosphere, encouraging team-building initiatives and a collaborative approach to accomplishing projects.
The successful candidate will have exposure to all levels of the Firm on a daily basis, as well as opportunities to interact with many of the top fund managers in the private credit industries. The Intern will adhere to the highest ethical standards, and demonstrate maturity, reliability and attentiveness to detail.
The Internship opportunity would be suitable for an individual that has recently completed an Undergraduate or Master’s degree, or is seeking industry experience for 9-12 months as part of their degree program. There is an opportunity to convert the internship into a full-time position.
The position is an ideal opportunity to develop valuable learning experiences working across the Private Debt industry.

REQUIREMENTS

• BA/BS/MA/MS degree in Finance, Accounting, STEM, or other equivalent relevant degree
• Demonstrated track record of academic success
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and demonstrable analytical capabilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, Word & PowerPoint)
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize workflow in fast-paced, detail-oriented environment
• Follow-up skills and acute attention to accuracy and detail are essential
• Team player with strong work ethic
• Fluent in English (verbal and written)
  At StepStone, we believe that our people are our most important asset and crucial to our success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to create an environment that empowers our employees and allows them to be heard, regardless of title or tenure. Our organizational community features multiple Employment Resource Groups as well as mentorship programs to enhance the employee experience for all.
  As an Equal Opportunity Employer, StepStone does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
  Developing People at StepStone

• Provide assistance to investment professionals, across Private Debt primary investments, co-investment transactions and secondaries transactions
• Interpret financial analyses prepared by private debt managers, including investment track records, financial statements and fund models
• Form an independent opinion about the merits and considerations of a sector or investment opportunity, with the ability to use creativity to test hypotheses, analyze data and articulate findings
• Prepare for, participate and record meetings with potential partners and Private Debt managers
• Contribute to Fund Summaries and Investment Memoranda in line with StepStone standards
• Assist with other projects and ad-hoc analyses for the Private Debt team
• Efficiently communicate views verbally and in written materials