Analyst Internship Programme

Purpose of Role

Impactful Investing Ecosystem

Exposure to Business Lifecycle: Gain exposure to the entire business lifecycle, from concept to proof of concept, validation, monetisation, traction, scaling, to growth stage businesses.

Permanent Capital Vehicle (PCV): E2 has a closed mandate and is a PCV, investing off our own balance sheet with no specific investment horizons.

Trust Structure: E2 operates in a trust structure, distinct from traditional firms, with no Limited Partners or shareholders.

Collaboration with AGGP Group of Companies: Collaborate with Allan & Gill Gray Philanthropies Group cof ompanies, fostering partnerships such as Allan Gray E Squared Ventures (AGEV) and supporting AGGPA's pre-seed investment program called Jasiri Growth Accelerator (JGA).

Objectives of Role

Analyse financial statements and develop comprehensive financial models.

Conduct in-depth industry, market, and company research to inform investment decisions.

• Participate in all stages of the investment cycle from project development to disbursement.

Provide valuable support in investment negotiations and due diligence processes.

Assess proposals in alignment with the organisation's closed impact investment mandate.

Prepare investment documents, briefing papers, reports, and presentations for internal and external audiences.

Collaborate on corporate-wide projects to enhance overall organisational goals.

Experience and Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in finance and Investment, or a related field.

Strong financial acumen, analytical skills, and proficiency in financial modeling.

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Competencies

• Demonstrated interest and understanding of the organisation's vision, mission, and values.
• Passion for contributing to positive socioeconomic development, particularly in South Africa.
• Team player with exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to build strong relationships.
• Display emotional maturity and professionalism in all interactions.
• Capability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Willingness and ability to contribute to various corporate-wide projects.
• Highly reliable, organised, and capable of handling confidential information with discretion.