Morgan Stanley

MSIM Infrastructure Partners, Acquisitions Associate

Morgan Stanley$175K — $225K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Approximately 4 years of relevant experience, including 2 years in investment banking and 2 years in private equity investing.
  • Strong financial modeling, valuation, and analytical capabilities.
  • Experience executing complex transactions and conducting due diligence.
  • Infrastructure sector experience preferred, but not required.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Attention to detail and high standard of accuracy.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct in-depth research and analysis on macroeconomic trends and investment targets.
  • Build and maintain advanced financial models for various analyses.
  • Prepare investment memoranda and presentation materials for investment decisions.
  • Lead and coordinate due diligence workstreams with various stakeholders.
  • Evaluate prospective investment opportunities and assist in execution from screening to closing.
  • Monitor portfolio company performance and analyze results for value creation.
  • Assist in sourcing and maintaining industry relationships.

Benefits

  • Participation in incentive compensation and discretionary bonuses.
  • Access to other short and long-term incentive packages.
  • Involvement in Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs.
Full Job Description
MSIP is seeking an experienced Associate to work closely with senior members of the MSIP team to evaluate new investment opportunities and support the management of existing portfolio companies. The experienced Associate will play a generalist role across MSIP's infrastructure investment verticals and will have meaningful responsibility throughout the investment lifecycle, including sourcing, diligence, execution, and portfolio management.

The role is intended for candidates who have transitioned from investment banking into private equity and are looking to continue building their investing career on the buy side.

Responsibilities:
  • Conduct in-depth research and analysis on macroeconomic trends, infrastructure sectors, investment themes, and target assets.
  • Build and maintain advanced financial models for valuation, transaction structuring, scenario analysis, and portfolio monitoring.
  • Prepare investment memoranda, investment committee materials, and other presentations supporting investment decisions.
  • Lead and coordinate due diligence workstreams with management teams, advisors, consultants, lenders, and other transaction counterparties.
  • Evaluate prospective investment opportunities and assist in transaction execution from initial screening through closing.
  • Monitor portfolio company performance, analyze operating and financial results, and support value creation initiatives.
  • Assist in sourcing and origination efforts by maintaining industry relationships and tracking market developments.


Qualifications
  • Approximately 4 years of relevant experience, including 2 years of investment banking experience and 2 years of private equity investing experience, preferably within infrastructure, energy, power, transportation, telecommunications, or related sectors.
  • Strong financial modeling, valuation, and analytical capabilities.
  • Experience executing complex transactions and conducting commercial, financial, and operational due diligence.
  • Infrastructure sector experience is preferred but not required.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced investment environment.
  • Superior attention to detail and a high standard of accuracy.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present investment recommendations clearly and concisely.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and with external stakeholders.
  • Self-motivated, team-oriented, and eager to take on increasing levels of responsibility.


Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $175,000 and $225,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short and long-term incentive packages, and other Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs.

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