Investment Analyst Intern

A London-based Family Office are looking for an exceptional Investment Analyst to join their growing investment team. Westgrove was established in 2012 by founding partners who exited a specialised long/short hedge fund, managing a multi-billion AUM and generating c.20% net annualised returns over a decade-plus horizon. Leveraging this lineage, the firm’s strategic mandate is to deliver institutional-calibre asset management and investment capabilities to a select number of families and their corporates globally. The firm has consistently generated alpha through strategically executed, operationally focused investments across both private and public equities. They maintain a sector-agnostic investment mandate, enabling capital deployment across diverse verticals including technology, healthcare, industrials, and consumer sectors. The firm’s organizational structure facilitates operational efficiency and minimal hierarchy, providing investment team members with significant deal responsibility and P&L impact. We are seeking an analytical, results-oriented professional who wants to accelerate their career in alternative investments. An Investment Analyst performs a key role within our transaction team, with comprehensive exposure to: Private equity transaction execution; Financial Modelling & Investment Analysis – assist with development of comprehensive financial models employing LBO, DCF, and comparable company methodologies to evaluate investment opportunities and projected returns. Coordinate actions in line with changes made by the Investment Committee. Due Diligence Management – assist on comprehensive due diligence processes, synthesise financial performance, operational capabilities, and market positioning into concise investment recommendations. Portfolio Management – deliver regular financial analysis and operational KPI evaluation for portfolio companies. Act as a key liaison with relevant parties to track and report quarterly performance, alongside preparation of investor marketing materials. Material Preparation – support on drafting presentation materials for use in M&A and capital markets transactions or strategic client dialogue. Conduct data collection and analysis and prepare investment committee materials. Sourcing & Idea Generation – assist with public securities idea generation and cultivate private equity deal origination capabilities. Project Management – drive operational improvements and support on subsequent deployment across the Firm. Degree holder with previous experience at a Top-Tier Investment Bank; Minimum of 1-2 years’ professional experience (excluding internships etc); Proficient in building pitch decks and other presentation materials; High proficiency in financial analysis and modelling. Entrepreneurial drive, as well as commercial awareness and acumen. Superb English, proof-reading skills, exceptional attention to detail whilst always maintaining the highest standards. High degree of emotional intelligence alongside exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal. Intellectually curious with a passion for understanding global politics and finance.