MetLife · 1 day ago
Director, Private Equity
Whippany, NJ
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$145K/yr - $180K/yr
8+ years expMetLife is one of the largest institutional investors and asset managers in the world, and they are seeking a Director to join their Alternatives/Middle Market Private Capital team. The role involves managing a significant portfolio of assets, sourcing investment opportunities, conducting due diligence, and mentoring junior staff.
Asset ManagementFinancial ServicesInsuranceLife InsuranceRisk Management
Responsibilities
Source and track new opportunities with external investment managers in private equity funds and equity co-investments; lead the fund due diligence including review of data room, detailed portfolio review & analysis, and fundamental research of portfolio holdings as well working with legal department on the LPA / legal document review
Lead the preparation of investment memos and presentations for the investment committee
Meet with existing Private Equity sponsors to monitor and track the performance of existing investments, understand team / organizational / strategy changes and receive general updates on the state of the markets and potential investment opportunities
Conduct market research and stay updated on industry trends / developments including assisting in completion of sector reviews for various Private Equity portfolio segments
Analyze and monitor existing portfolio relationships through annual meeting attendance and detailed review of quarterly reports
Train, mentor and onboard junior staff members
Maintain and update financial models and databases
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 8 years of experience in due diligence, selection, monitoring and management of private equity fund and/or direct investments, with significant experience in Venture Capital primary commitments & direct investments preferred
Strong analytical, quantitative, and interpersonal skills with ability to work independently and in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment
Proactive, detail-oriented individual with keen focus on performance and results
Excellent written and oral communication, and presentation skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, Engineering, or similar analytical/quantitative field
MBA or Masters and/or CFA is highly desirable
Benefits
Comprehensive health plan that includes medical/prescription drug and vision
Dental insurance
No-cost short- and long-term disability
Company-paid life insurance
Legal services
A retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife
401(k) with employer matching
Group discounts on voluntary insurance products including auto and home
Pet
Critical illness
Hospital indemnity
Accident insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Digital mental health programs
Parental leave
Volunteer time off
Tuition assistance
Company
MetLife
MetLife is a provider of insurance, employee benefits, and financial services .
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (164)
2024 (108)
2023 (113)
2022 (155)
2021 (75)
2020 (81)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$500M2024-06-20Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2000-04-14IPO
Leadership Team
Michel A. Khalaf
President & CEO, MetLife, Inc.
Koley Corte
Senior Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer - Institutional, Regional, Global Insights+Analytics
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