Job Description

Raffles Green Capital is a private equity firm that searches for, acquires, and operates small & medium enterprises in the ASEAN region.We use rigorous deal sourcing to identify and acquire stable businesses and accelerate their growth through the application of best in class management, operations and marketing techniques.As an Private Equity Analyst Intern, you will get a chance to learn by engaging directly in the sourcing and acquisition process of small-medium enterprises across various sectors, and geographies developing financial skills, strategic thinking, and an entrepreneurial spirit.ResponsibilitiesMarket Research

• Conduct comprehensive market research to identify potential industries and sectors for acquisition opportunities.
• Identify and research target companies, evaluating them against our investment criteria.

Deal Sourcing

• Assist in sourcing potential acquisition targets through databases, industry reports, outbound efforts, and networking events.
• Take ownership of the deal sourcing process, including industry analysis and writing reports on interesting industries.
• Reach out to potential companies for sale via email, mail, and phone calls.
• Develop a robust pipeline of potential investment opportunities and prepare pre-meeting briefs for managing partners.

Financial Analysis

• Assist in the financial analysis of potential targets, including creating financial models, conducting valuation analysis, and assessing investment returns.
• Independently analyze basic metrics in financial statements and present findings to the management team.
• Understand the relationship between the balance sheet, P&L, and cash flow statement to make sophisticated judgments on companies.

Due Diligence

• Support due diligence efforts by gathering and analyzing information related to target companies, including legal, financial, and operational aspects.
• Collaborate with external advisors and experts to ensure a thorough understanding of potential risks and opportunities.
• Attend internal meetings, due diligence sessions, and, in some cases, meetings with business owners.

Documentation and Reporting

• Prepare and maintain detailed documentation for each potential acquisition target, including investment summaries and reports.
• Assist in the preparation of presentations and reports for the investment committee.
• Write highly professional and personalized correspondence to business owners and draft concise investment memos.

Ad hoc Support

• Provide administrative support to the team, including scheduling meetings, coordinating communication, and managing project timelines.
• Recruit, manage, and train other interns or contractors as needed.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a reputable undergraduate or postgraduate program (business, finance, or accounting) with strong academic achievement.
• Knowledge of the Private Equity/Search Fund industry desirable; some exposure to CFA advantageous.
• Strong interest in and understanding of business analysis and markets.
• Proven experience in interpreting financial statements and performing qualitative analysis to understand industry or company overviews.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for a wide range of audiences, from investors to company employees.
• Proficiency with basic productivity software (e.g., GSuite, Word, Excel, Hubspot, Zoho).
• Ability to work accurately under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• High level of analytical skills and the ability to operate in a continuously evolving and competitive business environment.
• Native English speaker; fluency in Chinese/Malay/Tamil is a plus.

Why Join Us?

• Gain hands-on experience in private equity, mergers and acquisitions, and entrepreneurship.
• Develop a well-rounded business mind through exposure to investment banking, management consulting, and start-up environments.
• Be an integral part of a small, dynamic team where you can assume significant responsibilities and impact real deals.
• Fully flexible hours/remote work environment. We believe that you work best under your own terms and we trust our team to get work done.
• At Raffles Green Capital, our team is our greatest asset. We will be happy to provide references for future employment and graduate school admission for excellent candidates.

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