Morgan Stanley Investment Management (MSIM), together with its investment advisory affiliates, has about $1.4 trillion in assets under management or supervision. With 1,343 investment professionals worldwide, and 54 offices in 25 countries, Morgan Stanley Investment Management is able to provide in-depth local knowledge and expertise while channelling the strength of our global presence and resources. To support the delivery of tailored, value-added investment solutions to clients our investment teams are organized by capability: Solutions & Multi-Asset, Real Assets, Active Fundamental Equity, Private Credit & Equity, Global Fixed Income, and Global Liquidity. Morgan Stanley Investment Management strives to provide outstanding long-term investment performance, service and a comprehensive suite of investment management solutions to a diverse client base, which includes governments, institutions, corporations and individuals worldwide.
Morgan Stanley Private Equity Solutions (the Team), an investment team within MSIM, seeks to deliver innovative private markets solutions to a global client base across a variety of asset classes within private equity and related strategies. The Team is comprised of over 50 investment professionals based in suburban Philadelphia, New York, London, and Hong Kong and manages a global program across primary fund investing and direct investing in asset classes from venture capital to leveraged buyouts and special situations.
Since 2014, the Team has developed a strong footprint in impact investing by deploying over $1bn in social and environmental impact strategies, with a particular focus on climate impact investments ranging from cleantech to sustainable agriculture. The Team recently launched the 1GT Fund (link) to invest in growth stage decarbonization companies across power, mobility, sustainable food & agriculture, and circular economy sectors in Europe and North America.
The Team is seeking candidates for a Summer Analyst position to focus on primary fund investing in European private markets and direct investing on behalf of the 1GT Fund.
Summer Analyst Program
The Morgan Stanley Summer Analyst Program in London runs for 10-weeks from June to August 2024 and offers you the opportunity to join a world class private equity team. The program includes firm training and networking opportunities, as well as on the desk training.
London-based training begins in June with one week of intensive classroom training, including an introduction to Morgan Stanley, followed by specific business specific training. Throughout the internship, you will be exposed to business speakers and practical sessions as you continue to become familiar with the asset management industry.
Responsibilities
Contributing to the due diligence process in support of the investment process (e.g. performing financial statement analysis, running financial models, and writing investment papers, etc.)
Performing ad hoc analyses as part of monitoring existing portfolio investments
Conducting fundamental research on a wide range of industries, companies, climate impact solutions, and macroeconomic trends
Qualifications / Skills / Requirements
You are pursuing an undergraduate or Master’s degree with an expected graduation date between December 2024 and July 2025
You have a demonstrable interest in investing and, in particular private equity.
You are able to analyse and interpret both quantitative and qualitative information quickly and accurately.
You have strong written and verbal presentation skills.
You have great attention to detail.
You are able to meet challenging deadlines while maintaining the highest standards of quality and accuracy in your work.
You thrive in a team-based environment with multiple stakeholders. You are self-aware and open to feedback.
You are committed to excellence in your work and maintain high professional and ethical standards.
You have a high level of fluency in English; fluency in other European languages is considered a plus.
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