Summer Internship - Investments in London

Tower Peak Partners is a private markets investment firm launched in 2024, headquartered in London with offices in New York and Rio de Janeiro. The firm manages thematic investment funds for institutional investors and principal investments through its own balance sheet. Its investment themes capture opportunities in markets experiencing deep structural changes due to technological advancements, climate change, socio-economic trends, and policy developments.

The firm delivers investment strategies across private equity, venture capital, real assets, and intellectual property asset classes, supported by 4 dedicated investment teams with an average of 25 years of experience in various sectors.

About the role

Tower Peak Partners is currently experiencing unprecedented growth. The Industrial Private Equity Investment Team is offering interns the opportunity to work alongside a highly experienced group of investors. The 10-week Postgraduate Investment Internship is available in both London and New York during the academic summer period. Interns demonstrating strong performance may be invited to join the firm on a full-time basis following the internship.

The selection process will consist of interviews with members of the Investment Team, focused on assessing analytical ability, motivation, and cultural fit. Candidates may be asked to complete a practical exercise to evaluate proficiency in analytical and presentation tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the evaluation and execution of live investment opportunities by conducting financial analysis, coordinating due diligence, and preparing materials for internal discussions and investment committees.
• Build and maintain detailed financial models to assess the performance and valuation of potential and existing portfolio companies.
• Conduct in-depth sector and company analysis to support investment theses and strategic recommendations.
• Draft and refine investment memoranda that articulate the business case for potential acquisitions.
• Track financial and operational performance metrics of portfolio companies, assisting in quarterly reviews and reporting.
• Prepare client and internal presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel.
• Work collaboratively with team members across different offices and functional areas to ensure efficient execution of investment processes.

Essential Skills and Characteristics

• Strong quantitative and problem-solving ability with attention to detail.
• Familiarity with financial statements, corporate finance principles, and valuation techniques.
• Self-starter attitude with the ability to work independently.
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborative mindset and interpersonal maturity.
• Ability to handle multiple workstreams simultaneously under pressure.

Qualifications

• Excellent academic credentials from a leading university, ideally an MBA in addition to a degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Engineering, or a scientific discipline.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word; familiarity with financial databases is an advantage.
• Prior internships or practical experience in private equity, investment banking, consulting, or project finance are highly desirable.
• Fluency in English required; proficiency in an additional European language and international work or study experience are considered strong assets.