Intern - CETP Benelux

The Carlyle Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

The Carlyle Group seeks a 6-month Intern with the Carlyle Europe Technology Partners team in London. You will work alongside investment professionals on deal origination, execution and portfolio monitoring, focusing on Benelux opportunities.

Applicants should have a strong academic record at masters level, prior internship in finance, and excellent English with Dutch fluency. You will leverage Excel and financial modelling to support investment decisions in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Masters level education with strong academic record.
• Previous internship in investment banking, PE, or related field preferred.
• Demonstrated financial modelling and deal analysis abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal English; Dutch fluency required.

Responsibilities

• Deal origination and market screening for Benelux investments.
• Conduct primary research and financial analyses for due diligence.
• Prepare and support investment memos and financial models.
• Assist in portfolio monitoring and value creation initiatives.
• Collaborate with CETP and Benelux country teams.

Skills

Excel modelling

Financial analysis

English communication

Dutch language

Education

Masters degree or UK equivalent (2:1)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Financial modelling tools

Job description

Position SummaryThe Carlyle Group seeks to hire an Intern within the Carlyle Europe Technology Partners team in London. Throughout the 6 months, the intern will grow to become a key member of the investment team and work directly with other investment professionals in a country team setting. From day one, this individual will contribute to the full set of deal-making activities including deal origination, deal execution and portfolio management activities (more detail on the responsibilities below).The individual will support CETP’s investment activities in the Benelux and work closely with the country teams (a Director and Associate Director for the Benelux)Primary ResponsibilitiesThe Intern’s role spans the entire investment and portfolio monitoring process, including:Deal origination and market screening: execute deal sourcing, company research and pipeline building activities for the Benelux .Due diligence: conduct primary research activities, execute key financial analyses and contribute to due diligence activities across all relevant areas (financial, commercial, technology, legal, tax, etc.)Deal execution: prepare and support drafting of investment memos and setting up the financial model.Portfolio monitoring: assist in overseeing portfolio company performance, support the deal team and portfolio management on value creation initiatives.RequirementsEducation, Certificates & ExperienceStrong academic record from a leading educational institution to Masters or, in the case of UK graduates, to Bachelor’s or Masters (2:1 minimum grade or equivalent).Previous internship in a similar environment such as investment banking, private equity etc.Competencies & AttributesExcellent English verbal and written communication; fluency in Dutch or Flemish is required.Strong Excel / financial modelling skills, excellent analytical capabilities are required.High intellectual curiosity to understand the fundamentals of different companies, industries and investment opportunities.Entrepreneurial and proactive spirit, self-starter with ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment· Solid organizational skills, excellent attention to detail and ability to prioritize.Strong interpersonal skills, adaptable, able to build effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels.A true team player who is focused on the success of the team and willing to play any role to make the team successful.Who We AreWhen people, ideas, and capital come together, opportunity expands across private markets. At Carlyle, this belief has shaped how we invest for decades, fueling growth for companies and delivering performance for investors.Visit our website to learn more about our firm and the ways our platform is shaping private markets.