Valuation Intern

SUMMARY
As a member of the Valuation team within GCM Grosvenor’s Finance Department, the Intern will assist with valuation functions related to reporting across the firm’s private equity, real estate, infrastructure, illiquid credit, strategic investments, and absolute return strategies.

The Valuation Team manages the periodic financial reporting valuation processes across the firm, including coordination, review, and approval of all investment valuations pursuant to ASC Topic 820.  This function supports consistency in valuation methodology and presentation as well as an independent review of all valuation analyses prepared by the firm with a focus on direct and co-investments.  Responsibilities include guidance on required analysis and documentation as well as education and direction on best practices, policies, and specific valuation matters.  The team also conducts aggregate analyses on the overall portfolios and presents summary valuation conclusions to the firm’s valuation committee.

RESPONSIBILITIES
The individual will be involved in the following critical activities:

• Independent review of illiquid securities valuations on a quarterly basis across the entire capital structure including common equity, preferred equity, senior debt, mezzanine debt, and warrants.
• Assist with the coordination, training, and direction of the investment professionals responsible for valuation preparation and preliminary concluded values.
• Assist with the maintenance and support of the firm’s iLevel cloud-based valuation reporting solution.
• Conduct aggregate analyses on the overall firm portfolios and assist with the preparation of valuation materials for presentation to the valuation committee.
• Support the team function as a centralized resource and subject matter expert for valuation and related information across the firm.
• Regularly interact with other groups at the firm including accounting, fund finance, performance reporting, investments, and others.
• Help manage third-party valuation consultants who assist with the quarterly valuation process as well as work directly with third party valuation specialists.
• Routinely handle confidential information and apply strict confidentiality and sensitivity in the dissemination of this information.
• Perform various ad-hoc and strategic projects as assigned.

GENERAL EDUCATION, SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Pursuing an undergraduate degree in Accounting, Finance, or other relevant major with a superior grade point average.
• A prior focus on the asset management segment of the financial services industry is preferred, particularly in the alternative investment sub-segment.
• Must have strong PC experience; high proficiency in MS Excel and Power BI is preferred. 
• Capacity to work well in a fast paced, changing environment with a high level of flexibility.
• Excellent writing and listening skills with a proven ability to disseminate information effectively and articulate your thoughts in a clear and concise manner to both clients and co-workers.
• Proven ability to take control and manage tasks independently to closure.
• Attention to detail and concern for quality and accuracy of final product (and ability to balance that concern with deadlines).
• High degree of integrity and the ability to recognize the requirements of confidentiality.
• Demonstrated self-starter, continuous learner and independent thinker who is able to work collaboratively with others.
• Well organized and must have the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a cross functional team environment.
• Commitment to excellent client service.
• Outstanding decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Curiosity about AI and a willingness to use AI-enabled tools, such as Claude and ChatGPT, to improve productivity, problem-solving, and day-to-day workflows

In terms of cultural fit, the successful candidate will be self-motivated and energized by working amongst a group of thoughtful, smart and successful colleagues. He or she will enjoy being part of an organization focused on excellence and will be a naturally collaborative person who enjoys interacting with individuals at all levels. Additionally, he or she will be a strong team player with a proactive approach and the ability to exercise discretion and judgment.

Intern positions are classified as short-term roles and therefore are not eligible for company-sponsored benefits, including health insurance, paid time off, or the 401(k) plan.

This position is not eligible for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future (including, but not limited to, H-1B, TN, or other employment-based visas). Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants requiring future sponsorship for continued work authorization (for example, following F-1 OPT/CPT, or J-1 status) are not eligible.

CHICAGO ANNUAL PAY RANGE 65000 - 70000 USD