James Schmidlein
About James Schmidlein
James Schmidlein is an Associate at Apollo Global Management, Inc., with a background in finance and management. He has held various roles at AXA US, AXA, and Athora, and studied at Fairfield University.
Work at Apollo
James Schmidlein has been employed at Apollo Global Management, Inc. as an Associate since 2023. His role is based in the New York City Metropolitan Area. Apollo Global Management is a prominent investment management firm specializing in private equity, credit, and real estate. James contributes to the firm's operations and strategic initiatives in his current position.
Previous Experience at AXA US
James Schmidlein worked at AXA US from 2013 to 2019, where he held multiple roles. Initially, he participated in the Management Rotation Program for two years, gaining diverse experience across various departments. Following this, he served as a Finance Business Partner Unit for four years, focusing on financial strategy and business support within the Greater New York City Area.
Experience at Athora
From 2021 to 2023, James served as Chief of Staff in Group Finance at Athora, located in London, England. In this role, he supported the finance team and contributed to strategic planning and operational efficiency within the organization. His tenure at Athora allowed him to enhance his leadership and management skills in a financial context.
Role at AXA in Paris
James held the position of Senior Mergers & Acquisitions Associate at AXA from 2019 to 2021 in Paris, Île-de-France, France. In this capacity, he was involved in the evaluation and execution of mergers and acquisitions, contributing to the company's growth and strategic objectives in the European market.
Education Background
James Schmidlein studied at Fairfield University, where he gained foundational knowledge and skills relevant to his career in finance and business management. He also attended Catholic Memorial School, which provided him with early educational grounding before pursuing higher education.