Application Guide

How to Apply for Analyst/Associate, Public Policy

at Apollo

🏢 About Apollo

Apollo is a leading global investment firm that provides innovative capital solutions to support growth, with a strong emphasis on sustainable and impactful investing. Its integrated platform across credit, private equity, and real assets offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of finance and public policy.

About This Role

As an Analyst/Associate in Public Policy at Apollo, you will support investment teams by conducting deal diligence, tracking regulatory and political risks, and producing policy memos for senior executives. This role is impactful because it directly influences investment decisions and strategic engagements with government officials.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve reviewing a new investment opportunity for regulatory risks, collaborating with the investment team to gather data, and drafting a policy memo for senior executives. You might also attend meetings with technology teams to integrate policy tracking systems, and spend time monitoring political developments that could affect Apollo's portfolio.

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🎯 Who Apollo Is Looking For

  • Has 2+ years of experience in consulting, public policy, or strategy, ideally with exposure to financial services regulation.
  • Possesses strong PowerPoint and Excel skills, with the ability to synthesize complex data into clear presentations.
  • Demonstrates excellent writing and critical thinking skills, capable of producing concise policy memos under tight deadlines.
  • Shows a genuine interest in financial services, regulation, and policy issues, with a proactive approach to learning.

📝 Tips for Applying to Apollo

1

Tailor your resume to highlight experience with regulatory analysis, risk assessment, or policy research, using specific examples from consulting or strategy roles.

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In your cover letter, mention Apollo's focus on sustainable investing and connect it to your interest in public policy within finance.

3

Showcase your PowerPoint skills by including a link to a portfolio or describing a presentation you created that influenced a decision.

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Quantify your achievements in Excel, such as building models to track regulatory changes or analyzing data for risk reports.

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Research Apollo's recent policy engagements (e.g., on ESG or infrastructure) and reference them in your application to demonstrate genuine interest.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your understanding of how public policy impacts investment decisions and your ability to synthesize regulatory risks.', "Specific examples of policy memos or analysis you've produced, emphasizing clarity and actionable insights.", "Your interest in Apollo's sustainable and impactful investing approach and how it aligns with your career goals.", 'Your collaborative experience working with cross-functional teams (e.g., investment and technology) to integrate data.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review Apollo's public policy positions and recent engagements, such as on ESG or tax reform.
  • → Understand Apollo's investment focus areas (e.g., credit, private equity) and how policy risks vary across them.
  • → Look into Apollo's sustainability reports and how they integrate impact into their investment strategy.
  • → Study the regulatory landscape for alternative asset managers, including SEC and international rules.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you assess the regulatory risks for a potential investment in a specific sector (e.g., renewable energy)?
2 Describe a time you had to write a memo under a tight deadline; what was your process?
3 How do you stay updated on policy changes affecting financial services?
4 Walk me through a complex Excel model you built to track regulatory data.
5 Why are you interested in Apollo specifically, and how does this role fit into your career path?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic cover letter that doesn't reference Apollo's unique focus on sustainable investing.
  • Overlooking the importance of PowerPoint skills; failing to provide concrete examples of presentation work.
  • Not demonstrating knowledge of current policy issues relevant to financial services, such as climate regulation or banking reforms.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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