Entry Level Private Credit Associate Jobs
New grad private credit associate jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship background or financial modeling work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles concentrated in Banking & Financial Services, Investment & Asset Management, and Technology & Software, with employers like JPMorganChase, Western Alliance Bank, and Fifth Third Bank hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
Blackstone is the world’s largest alternative asset manager. Blackstone seeks to deliver compelling returns for institutional and individual investors by strengthening the companies in which the firm invests. Blackstone’s over $1.3 trillion in assets under management include global investment strategies focused on real estate, private equity, credit, infrastructure, life sciences, growth equity, secondaries and hedge funds.
Blackstone’s Analyst program offers a unique experience among financial firms, enabling participants to develop a well-rounded perspective on business and investing. Strategic Partners provides the opportunity to join one of the most active and long-tenured investment teams in the secondary private capital industry. Analysts will be involved in extensive valuation analysis and financial modeling of credit portfolios and underlying issuers, as well as funds across all private credit asset classes. Analysts will gain valuable experience by working on secondary LP portfolio transactions, GP-led continuation funds and other structured deals. Additional responsibilities include preparing Investment Committee memos, structuring and executing investments and conducting various research projects.
QUALIFICATIONS
Blackstone seeks to hire individuals who work well in a team-driven working group, are highly motivated, intelligent, have sound judgment and have demonstrated excellence in prior endeavors.
The successful candidate must be:
- A driven individual with a strong sense of professional integrity.
- Self-motivated and resourceful; multi-tasks and focuses on delivering results.
- An enthusiastic team member who collaborates well with others and builds strong working relationships.
- Resilient, flexible, open to feedback and focused on achieving excellence.
- Client-focused and committed to developing creative solutions.
- Proficient in accounting, financial analysis and financial modeling.
- Communicates complex information effectively and clearly, in both written and verbal formats.
To be considered for the Analyst position, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- BA or BS degree
- One to three years in investment banking, private capital advisory, private credit secondaries, or direct private credit
- Requires on-site presence five days per week in the New York office
- Resume must include GPA
- Resume must be in PDF format
Please note applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis.
If you do not meet these criteria, please see Blackstone’s Careers website for other opportunities that may be available, including other entry level positions.
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.
EXPECTED ANNUAL BASE SALARY RANGE:
$100,000 - $140,000
Actual base salary within that range will be determined by several components including but not limited to the individual's experience, skills, qualifications and job location. For roles located outside of the US, please disregard the posted salary bands as these roles will follow a separate compensation process based on local market comparables.
Additional compensation and benefits offered in connection with the role consist of comprehensive health benefits, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, and FSA benefits; paid time off; life insurance; 401(k) plan; and discretionary bonuses. Certain employees may also be eligible for equity and other incentive compensation at Blackstone’s sole discretion.
Blackstone is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic predisposition, veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offense or stalking, or any other class or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. All Blackstone employees, including but not limited to recruiting personnel and hiring managers, are required to abide by this policy.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, please contact Human Resources at 212-583-5000 (US), +44 (0)20 7451 4000 (EMEA) or +852 3656 8600 (APAC).
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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Entry Level Private Credit Associate Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level private credit associate job?
Start by building financial modeling skills and familiarity with credit analysis, since most entry level postings screen for these before anything else. Internship experience at a bank, asset manager, or lending firm strengthens your application significantly. Highlighting coursework in corporate finance, accounting, or fixed income helps when experience is limited. Tailoring your resume to show deal exposure, even from academic case studies, gives you a real edge.
Which companies hire entry level private credit associates?
Companies hiring entry level private credit associates right now include JPMorganChase, Western Alliance Bank, and Fifth Third Bank, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring comes from a broad mix of alternative asset managers, specialty lenders, and investment banks that run structured new-analyst or associate programs welcoming recent graduates.
Are there remote entry level private credit associate jobs?
Yes, though most openings at this level are on-site or hybrid given the mentorship-heavy nature of the work. About 10% of entry level private credit associate openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, so candidates who prefer flexibility still have viable options while the majority of roles expect some in-office presence.
Are these new grad private credit associate jobs?
Yes, many of these postings are new grad and junior roles that explicitly welcome zero to two years of experience, recent graduates, and candidates coming in from internships or academic programs. A new-grad-friendly posting typically calls for a bachelor's degree in finance or a related field, accepts internship hours in place of full-time history, and may mention training or mentorship as part of the role.
Which industries hire the most entry level private credit associates?
Entry Level private credit associate roles concentrate in Banking & Financial Services, Investment & Asset Management, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they run active lending and credit underwriting operations that consistently need junior analysts to support deal origination, portfolio monitoring, and credit memo preparation.