AXA IM and BNPP AM are progressively merging and streamlining our legal entities to create a unified structure. Whilst this is ongoing, we will continue to operate two seperate websites both branded BNPP AM. Learn more. 

Private Markets & Hedge Funds investments

Prime is the Private Markets Enabler and Hedge Funds platform of BNP Paribas Asset Management, providing a comprehensive range of commingled and tailor made private market solutions.

Our approach

Through partnerships with best-in-class private fund managers and institutions, we provide a comprehensive range of commingled and tailor made investment solutions. These are designed to meet the needs of a broad range of investors and to support long-term sustainable growth.

Best-in-class partnerships

We source and manage diversified portfolios across private assets and hedge funds, through primary and secondary funds, co-investments, and direct strategies. Our “one-stop-shop” approach allows us to create customised solutions for both Limited Partners (LPs) and General Partners (GPs).

Expert investment team

Our team brings valuable insight as a principal investor, leveraging a long track record in alternative investments. They offer structuring capabilities tailored to support clients’ needs.

RI Policy

Responsible Investment Policy

Read our responsible investment policy to learn more about our vision, ESG integration, governance and stakeholder engagement.

Download our policy (March 2025)
Pascal Christory
Chief Executive Officer
Fabien Ferrer
Head of Private Credit and Structuring
Marcus Thiel
CIO, Head of Customized Solutions and GP stakes
Peter Ischebeck
Head of Private Equity
Jean Pascal Asseman
Head of Infrastructure
Johann Ropers
Head of Hedge Funds
Corinne André
Head of Business Development
Guillaume Valois
Chief Operating Officer

Connect with our team

Contact our experts to get more information about our investment offering.

    Risk warning

    Investment in Private Markets and Hedge Funds investment involves risks including the loss of capital and some specific risks such as credit risk, liquidity risk, risks linked to method and model, counterparty risk, derivatives, volatility risk and geopolitical risk.

    AXA IM and BNPP AM are progressively merging

    AXA IM and BNPP AM are progressively merging and streamlining our legal entities to create a unified structure

    AXA Investment Managers joined BNP Paribas Group in July 2025. Following the merger of AXA Investment Managers Paris and BNP PARIBAS ASSET MANAGEMENT Europe and their respective holding companies on December 31, 2025, the combined company now operates under the BNP PARIBAS ASSET MANAGEMENT Europe name.