Private Equity Analyst

Location: Worldwide

Job Type: Internship/Contract/Permanent/Agency Hire

Hours: Full Time/Part-Time

About Us:

MavensWood Investments is a European private equity advisory and investment group with London roots, operating across the globe. Focused on investing in companies with strong underlying potential, we are proud to support funds as they partner with management teams and investors to grow businesses, improve performance, and create sustainable value for all our stakeholders.

Deeply committed to fostering growth, we apply an active approach to our investments and aim to create robust, well-positioned companies with excellent long-term prospects. With an experienced team and a young board, we have helped multiple investee companies expand and develop sustainably. We strive constantly to make a difference for our portfolio companies, investors, and society.

The Role:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Venture Finance Analyst to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical mindset, excellent financial modelling skills, and a keen interest in venture capital and startup ecosystems. As a Venture Finance Analyst, you will play a crucial role in evaluating investment opportunities, conducting financial analysis, and supporting decision-making processes within the venture capital firm.

What your Day might look like:

· Conduct financial analysis on potential venture capital investments, including due diligence on financial statements, market trends, and business models.

· Evaluate investment opportunities, prepare financial models, and assess the potential risks and returns.

· Collaborate with the investment team to conduct industry research and stay informed about market trends.

· Assist in the preparation of investment proposals and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.

· Monitor the financial performance of portfolio companies and provide regular updates to the investment team.

· Work closely with portfolio companies to support their financial planning and strategic initiatives.

· Conduct valuations and financial assessments to guide investment decision-making.

· Keep abreast of changes in financial regulations and their potential impact on investment strategies.

Skills Required:

· Have or are currently obtaining a bachelor's degree in finance, business, or a related field. Master's degree or CFA designation is a plus

· Proven experience in financial analysis, preferably in venture capital or private equity

· Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in financial modelling

· Excellent communication and presentation skills to convey complex financial information

· Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team

· Knowledge of venture capital and startup ecosystem trends

· Familiarity with financial software and tools used in venture finance

Tools Necessary:

· Good working laptop/desktop

· Smartphone to access incoming/outgoing calls

· Good internet connection

What you will learn:

· Enhance your current knowledge of financial tools and software

· Improve understanding of financial regulations and their impact on investment strategies

Become informed about market trends, emerging technologies, and competitive landscapes

· Gain knowledge of assessing and evaluating investment opportunities, consider factors such as market trends, business models, and potential risks and returns

· How to support portfolio companies in their financial planning and strategic initiatives

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As part of your application for an internship with MavensWood, we’d like to get to know you better through a short video introduction. Please record a video using Loom (free for up to 5 minutes) and share the public link with us.

General Guidelines:

Platform: Use the Loom App to record your video.
Duration: Keep it under 5 minutes.
Purpose: Let us see your personality, your passion, and why you’re excited about this opportunity.
Format: You may speak directly to the camera, or include screen sharing if you’d like to showcase your portfolio or work.

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If you want to show us your creative work, you can screen share during your recording.

What to Include:

Your name and location.
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Why you're interested in the MavensWood Internship Programme.
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Submission Checklist:

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We can’t wait to meet you—good luck and have fun recording!

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