Investment Banking Analyst Intern - Financial Sponsors Group

1w1 week ago

Guggenheim Securities

London, GB · Internship · £40,000 – £55,000

About this role

Headquartered in New York, Guggenheim offers a premier Investment Banking advisory practice from offices across New York, London and other cities. The internship program targets students and recent graduates pursuing Investment Banking careers in a dynamic advisory team. Established in April 2023, the inaugural European office provides a unique entrepreneurial opportunity.

London-based Financial Sponsors Group leads coverage and execution for private equity clients in the UK and Europe as part of the global FSG practice. Interns join deal teams as junior analysts on strategic advisory, M&A and financing transactions. They gain exposure to senior bankers, client representatives and junior bankers globally.

Candidates must thrive in an entrepreneurial environment valuing initiative, creativity, maturity and enthusiasm for learning. Genuine interest in the Financial Sponsors sector enhances fit for this fast-growing team. The role demands solid corporate finance knowledge and strong technical skills.

Interns receive hands-on training to jump-start their careers at a growing firm. The program runs January through June 2026, fostering meaningful relationships and deep sector insights.

Requirements

Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
Strong interest in problem solving and client service
Working knowledge of MS Excel, MS PowerPoint and MS Word
Genuine interest in finance, resourcefulness, intellectual curiosity and enthusiasm
Understanding of financial valuation
Significant maturity and ability to work under pressure to meet client deadlines
Highly organized, proactive, with initiative to multitask and work with limited supervision
Strong written and oral communication skills

Responsibilities

Perform company and industry research to understand sector trends, client challenges and strategies
Prepare and participate in client presentations and transaction execution
Support deal teams in building, maintaining and using financial models
Perform financial and valuation analysis including discounted cash flow, leveraged buyout and multiples valuation
Develop understanding of Investment Banking products and services: Debt, Equity, Mergers and Acquisitions and Restructuring
Interact with senior bankers, clients, lawyers and accountants