Partners Group Portco Corp Dev?

Based on the most helpful WSO content, corporate development roles at portfolio companies (portcos) can vary significantly depending on the culture of the specific company and the expectations of the private equity firm managing it. For Partners Group (PG) portcos, there isn't specific information in the knowledge base about their culture or work style. However, in general, corporate development roles at portcos often involve a mix of strategic initiatives, M&A execution, and operational involvement.

Hours can range widely depending on the deal flow and the specific demands of the role. Some corporate development roles at smaller or mid-market firms report decent work-life balance, with hours around 40-50 per week, while others, especially during active deal periods, can spike to 60-80 hours per week.

To gauge how hands-on the role might be, it would be helpful to ask questions during the interview process about the team's structure, the level of autonomy expected, and the interaction with the private equity firm. Additionally, you could inquire about the number of deals or strategic initiatives they typically handle in a year to get a sense of the workload.

If you're considering this role, it might also be worth reaching out to current or former employees of PG portcos to get a better sense of the culture and expectations.

Sources: Corporate Development Manager - Q&A, Urgent: Partners Group vs MMPE, How to Diligence Firm Culture / Determine Fit (Post-MBA / After 2-Year Program), Good questions to better gauge culture and longterm fit of a startup PE fund?, Corporate Development Manager - Q&A