Internship Fundraising / Business Development Team Switzerland (Client Solutions)

Partners Group; Baar; On-site; CHF 17,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily lunch allowance

Global professional environment

On-site dining options

Gym access with fitness classes

Community engagement

Job summary

Partners Group invites applications for an Internship in the Fundraising / Business Development Team (Client Solutions) in Baar, Switzerland. You will support relationship managers, prepare client materials, and help develop new business with Swiss institutional clients.

The role requires a recent Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in finance/economics/business, internship experience in private markets or related fields, and strong presentation and communication skills in English and German.

Qualifications

• Recently completed Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in finance, economics, business or a related field
• Previous internship experience in private markets, consulting or investment banking
• Strong problem-solving skills, a client-focused mindset and the ability to work effectively under tight deadlines
• Confidence in communicating with colleagues and clients at all levels
• Excellent attention to detail, as well as strong analytical and presentation skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint, as well as AI tools
• Availability to start on 1 January 2027 for six months

Responsibilities

• Support client relationship managers in preparing meetings and due diligence sessions, including bespoke presentations, mandate proposals and investment proposals
• Prepare tailored responses to client requests and performance updates across private markets
• Coordinate with teams across the firm to gather information and developments across asset classes
• Produce written market updates and summaries of investment activity
• Coordinate input for requests for proposals (RFPs)
• Participate in market research, outreach and the preparation of client meetings and events

Skills

German language

English language

French (advantage)

Client focus

Presentation skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in finance/economics/business

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

AI tools

Job description

Internship Fundraising / Business Development Team Switzerland (Client Solutions)

Location: Baar, CH

We are one of the largest global private markets investment managers, serving over 800 institutional investors worldwide. We have USD 185 billion in assets under management and around 2,000 professionals across 24 offices worldwide. Partners Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to cultural diversity.

What it's about

Partners Group is a leading global private markets investment firm headquartered in Baar-Zug, Switzerland. In this position, you will join our Client Solutions team covering the Swiss institutional market, including pension funds, foundations, family offices and insurers.

You will play an active role in winning new clients, developing the business and managing relationships with existing investors. Working closely with relationship managers and senior investment leaders, you will help keep clients informed of the latest developments across the full range of private markets asset classes and product types.

The internship offers valuable experience and development as a private markets analyst, and top performers have the opportunity to transition into a full-time role.

In your role, your primary tasks will include:

• Supporting client relationship managers in preparing client meetings and due diligence sessions, including bespoke presentations, mandate proposals and investment proposals, as well as coordinating internal investment experts
• Preparing tailored, high-quality responses to client requests and performance updates across private equity, infrastructure, private debt, real estate and royalties
• Coordinating with teams and specialists across the firm to gather key information and developments across all asset classes
• Producing written market updates and summaries of investment activity
• Coordinating and providing thoughtful and well-justified input for requests for proposals (RFPs)
• Participating in business development initiatives, including market research on prospective investors, outreach and the preparation of client meetings and events

What we expect

We are looking for candidates with a strong academic background, a solid understanding of private markets and relevant experience in the financial services industry. The role requires a high standard of accuracy and a willingness to take responsibility for your own work.

Key requirements for applicants include:

• Recently completed Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in finance, economics, business or a related field, with outstanding academic results
• Previous internship experience in private markets, consulting or investment banking
• Strong problem-solving skills, a client-focused mindset and the ability to work effectively under tight deadlines
• Confidence in communicating with colleagues and clients at all levels
• Excellent attention to detail, as well as strong analytical, interpersonal and presentation skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint, as well as AI tools
• German speaker with excellent written and spoken English skills (mandatory); a good command of written and spoken French is an advantage
• Availability to start on 1 January 2027 (an earlier start date is an advantage) for an anticipated duration of six months

What we offer

Partners Group is a global financial institution that retains the culture, pace and agility of a start-up. As a growing firm, we are committed to attracting, developing and retaining the very best talent, by offering a workplace where results are truly recognized and rewarded. We offer a fantastic opportunity for you to grow:

• Competitive compensation with daily lunch allowance
• Global professional environment with international exposure, collaborative culture, and opportunities to learn the business from industry leaders and seasoned professionals
• Premium facilities including state-of-the-art building, diverse on-site dining options, and complimentary gym access with fitness classes
• Community engagement through office events, team activities, and volunteer opportunities to connect with local communities

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