Värde Rotational Program - Analyst

Minneapolis, MN

Värde Overview

Värde Partners is a leading global alternative investment firm specializing in credit and credit-related assets. Founded in 1993, the firm has invested through multiple credit cycles, building on its roots in special situations and distressed to invest more than $9 5 billion across the credit quality and liquidity spectrum in both public and private markets. Värde currently manages over $1 2 billion in assets with teams in North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific focused on Corporate & Traded Credit, Real Estate, and Financial Services.

Värde s eeks to unlock or create value – Vä rde means value in Swedish – throughout economic and business cycles by applying a careful relative value lens to look for the most attractive opportunities globally across the many markets in which the Firm has developed expertise . Those core areas of focus include :

Corporate & Traded Credit: Investments in opportunistic and dislocated traded credit, as well as restructurings and liquidations in corporate, structured product, sovereign, and other credit instruments and related assets.

Real Estate Credit & Assets: Debt and equity investments related to commercial and residential real estate in public markets as well as private credit and asset - level investments in segments such as transportation and infrastructure.
Financial Services: Investments across the capital structure in consumer finance, commercial finance, and other areas related to financial services, including private credit lending, loan portfolio purchases, and private equity.

We believe that incorporating varied perspectives, experiences and backgrounds leads to better decisions and , ultimately, more value for our investors. We are intentional about creating a consciously inclusive environment by fostering an open and innovative ecosystem in which our employees are encouraged to bring their ideas to life .

Our firm’s core values of Integrity, Excellence, Collegiality, Innovation and Humility are demonstrated in our workplace every day. We consistently align our actions with our commitments, and we hold ourselves to high standards in everything we do. Värde employees are rewarded for their contributions, especially their passion, expertise and ideas. The work environment at Värde is fast-paced and challenging, and all employees are empowered to contribute to the success of the firm.

Opportunity

The Värde Rotational Program (VRP) is designed for you as you enter the early stages of your career. Our goal is to provide different experiences to equip program graduates with the foundation for a successful career in investment management. We look to build and nurture high potential future leaders by providing a broad, cross-functional opportunity. Rotations span both the investing and non-investing functions, as well as provide ongoing learning and development opportunities. The program is an enriching experience with competitive pay and benefits, interesting work, travel opportunities, de dicated mentorships, access to senior leadership and more.

Program Description

Diverse Experiences

The VRP supports Värde’s mission to build a strong entry-level pipeline of talent with cross-functional knowledge and experience. Analysts rotate through various parts of the business, with their first year focused on business functions and the second year on investing functions , both of which a re key to Värde’s business operations. Analysts in the program will strengthen their skills through concentrated work in the areas of investing, sales and marketing, data analytics and beyond.

Professional Development

In addition to meaningful rotations, analysts attend week-long learning and development sessions, including but not limited to leadership development, presentation skills, effective communication training and management skills. The learning possibilities are limitless and are a reflection of our commitment to continuous learning and developing talent. Individualized mentorship is a key component of the program. Analysts are matched with a senior leader who provides ongoing development and leadership insights. In addition, opportunities for peer-to-peer learning and informal mentorship are endless. Internal and external networking and exposure to senior leadership is embedded in every part of the program. Graduates of the program have a network and support system that will follow them throughout their career.

Social

Here at Värde , we take our work very seriously, but we also see the importance of providing the opportunity to build relationships within your program cohort and other Värde employees. We have happy hours, sporting events, networking opportunities, travel opportunities and more t o help you meet people across the Firm during your rotations.

Qualifications

All majors are welcome to apply. Your talents, abilities, and potential are more important to us than your school or major.

Currently enrolled in a college or university and working towards a bachelor’s degree
Current Seniors (graduating in December 2024 or May 2025 )
GPA of 3.2 or above preferred

A combination of academic aptitude, quantitative skills, personal motivation and advanced written and oral communications skills
Business experience through internships or part-time work preferred but not required
Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Possess characteristics that include resourcefulness, solid problem resolution skills and the ability to deal effectively with people in a variety of relationships and situations
Ability to work in the United States without sponsorship

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