Position Overview
Apollo is a high-growth, global alternative asset manager. In our asset management business, we seek to provide our clients excess return at every point along the risk-reward spectrum from investment grade to private equity with a focus on three investing strategies: yield, hybrid, and equity. For more than three decades, our investing expertise across our fully integrated platform has served the financial return needs of our clients and provided businesses with innovative capital solutions for growth. Through Athene, our retirement services business, we specialize in helping clients achieve financial security by providing a suite of retirement savings products and acting as a solutions provider to institutions. Our patient, creative, and knowledgeable approach to investing aligns our clients, businesses we invest in, our employees, and the communities we impact, to expand opportunity and achieve positive outcomes.
Apollo Asset-Backed Finance (“ABF”) is a $100+ billion AUM strategy within Apollo’s Credit platform which spans a diverse set of product types (including consumer finance, residential mortgages, commercial mortgages, commercial and trade finance, equipment and transportation, hard assets, royalties, and other structured debt assets), investment formats (including securitized products, whole loans, ABLs, bespoke financings, and structured equity), and risk-return profiles on behalf of Apollo-managed funds, managed accounts, and affiliated balance sheets. ABF also works in close collaboration with Apollo’s financial services private equity and capital solutions teams on the management of and deployment opportunities arising from Apollo’s origination platform ecosystem.
ABF is currently seeking a Summer Associate to join its El Segundo, CA-based investment team to focus on consumer credit and related specialty finance opportunities. Relevant sub-sectors to include auto loans and leases, private student loans, point-of-sale (e.g., home improvement, residential solar, etc.), personal unsecured loans, credit cards, chattel loans, and other granular specialty finance asset types. Prior experience is not expected in each of these sub-sectors; however, a willingness and ability to tackle new sections will be key. The role will require the use of both trading desk and private equity-style skill sets to evaluate, structure, execute, and asset manage investment opportunities and will entail significant cross-platform coordination. The individual will report directly to the responsible Portfolio Manager and will have the opportunity to invest on behalf of a high-profile new initiative within the firm.
Primary Responsibilities
Participate in idea generation, sourcing, and screening of potential investment opportunities
Provide the relevant Portfolio Managers with analytical and risk management support on all investment related activities including trading, credit analysis, valuation, due diligence, portfolio monitoring and business development initiatives
Engage with Apollo’s quantitative analytics team on a regular basis to ensure the timely delivery of any pending analytical and data requests
Lead the preparation of internal investment committee presentations, screening memos, and ad hoc discussion materials including but not limited to portfolio monitoring, marketing requests, etc
The candidate will also be expected to develop knowledge of the US residential business purpose loans and commercial mortgage backed securities sectors, monitor industry conditions and trends, and pursue initiatives to enhance our analytics, outreach, and research impact
Our Summer Program
Our 10-week Summer Program provides full immersion into the small, dynamic teams that drive Apollo’s innovative investment strategies and access to an unparalleled, apprenticeship learning experience. This role will be based in El Segundo, California. Come to Apollo and join a community of extraordinary people who are committed to a culture of excellence and collaboration in everything that we do.
Our Purpose and Core Values
Our clients rely on our investment acumen to help secure their future. We must never lose our focus and determination to be the best investors and most trusted partners on their behalf. We strive to be:
The leading provider of retirement income solutions to institutions, companies, and individuals.
The leading provider of capital solutions to companies, with a unique ability to partner at scale and deliver thoughtful, dedicated guidance.
A contributor to global challenges—such as energy transition, technological innovation, and social impact—using investment as a force for good.
As” One Apollo” We:
Outperform expectations
Challenge convention
Champion opportunity
Lead responsibly
Drive collaboration
We believe great work and having fun go hand-in-hand, and we are proud of what we can achieve together.
Qualifications & Experience
Pursuing an MBA or Master’s degree (Class of 2027) from a top-tier university with a record of academic achievement (ideally in a field requiring quantitative or technical aptitude such as economics, finance, math, etc.)
2-4 years of relevant experience; prior experience in an investment banking, trading desk, or buy-side asset management role focused on structured credit investments is highly desirable
MBA, MFE, and/or progress towards a CFA designation is desirable but not required
Demonstrated analytical, quantitative, problem-solving, and financial modelling skills
Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills
Capable of developing independent opinions and defending own views
Working knowledge of relevant legal matters involving the structuring and operation of structured finance transactions
Mastery of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, etc.) and Bloomberg are required; proficiency in Intex, Basic VBA and SQL is desirable but not required
The ideal candidate will be professional, proactive, well-organized, flexible, dependable, and able to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment with a close attention to detail
Pay Range
$175,000Apollo Global Management, Inc. (together with its subsidiaries and affiliates) is committed to championing opportunity.
The firm and its affiliates comply with applicable discrimination and equal opportunities legislation in all of its jurisdictions and do not discriminate in employment or recruitment based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, citizenship, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
The contents of the qualifications and experience section of this job description are a guideline only. If an applicant can otherwise demonstrate their suitability for the role they will be considered.
The base salary range for this position is listed above. This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus based on personal, team, and Firm performance. Compensation ranges are based on several factors including job function, level, and geographic location. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise, and may vary from the amounts listed here.