Ardian’s Infrastructure team is offering a graduate opportunity in the Luxembourg office to assist in the asset management of existing portfolio of investments as well as identification, analysis and execution of potential investments opportunities. Ardian’s Infrastructure team is one of the largest and most active in Europe. The intern will have significant responsibilities from day one. He/She will mainly work with the Infrastructure Team Director based in Luxembourg but will also be fully integrated to the rest of the team based in Paris, London, Madrid, Milan, Frankfurt, New York and Santiago de Chile.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting the investment team, in particular in the financial analysis and valuation of investment opportunities, including the preparation of investment materials and financial modelling (Excel): forecasts, financial optimisation and sensitivity analyses
- Work closely with the Luxembourg-based financing team on a range of ongoing projects, including acquisition financings and refinancings.
- Assisting the team in responding to Limited Partners’ requests, including: i) ad-hoc analyses and clarifications, and ii) contribution to LP reporting and ongoing communication needs
- Supporting the team in monitoring companies in which the fund has already invested and working closely with the IT department to automate and improve reporting processes and tools
- Preparing internal reporting presentations (Boards of directors, Committees) as well as clients reporting
- Analysis of new investment perimeters (countries, sectors) through ad-hoc reviews with a special focus on German speaking countries
This internship will provide a global view on the world of investment, asset management as well as fund management.
Required skills
The candidate should demonstrate strong analytical capabilities, intellectual rigour, and the ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, international environment. A collaborative mindset and high personal standards are essential.
Key skills include:
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills, including financial analysis, valuation and modelling
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise and high‑quality materials for internal and external stakeholders
- Solid understanding of accounting and corporate finance principles
- Advanced proficiency in Excel, and strong working knowledge of PowerPoint and Word
- Strong organisational and time‑management skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and meet deadlines
- High attention to detail and quality, with a disciplined and rigorous approach to work
- Proactive and team‑oriented mindset, with the ability to work effectively across functions and geographies
Profile
- Degree either completed or due to complete from leading business school or university
- Strong commercial understanding of Private Equity
- At least one previous experience in one of the following areas would be highly beneficial:
- Investment banking (M&A, Leveraged Finance or sector-focused teams such as Infrastructure, Energy)
- Private equity
- Transaction Services team of a leading audit firm
- Leading strategy consulting firm
- Knowledge of fund structuring and fund vehicles would be highly valued
- Fluency in English and French is mandatory
About the Team
Ardian Infrastructure team is an international leader in essential infrastructures. With assets of US$45bn managed or advised, Ardian Infrastructure funds invest in a comprehensive range of infrastructure assets, key to the populations, focusing in particular on energy, transport and telecommunications.
Based in Paris, London, Luxembourg, Milan, Madrid, Frankfurt, New York and Santiago de Chile, the team has built trusting relationships and developed a deep understanding of how digitalization and climate change are transforming their sector. In that regard, the 70 investment professionals are committed to drive innovation and anticipate the future of Infrastructure. Their strategy consists in creating a major renewable energy portfolio and introducing energy efficiency policies in all portfolio companies.
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ABOUT ARDIAN
In a world of constant evolution, Ardian stands out for its ability to anticipate, adapt, and turn challenges into opportunities. As a global, diversified private markets firm with 22 offices and more than 350 investment professionals worldwide, we provide investment and customized solutions that reflect new economic dynamics and help our clients remain resilient in a changing world. We deliver multi-local expertise and long-term performance for our investors and partners as well as shared value for the broader society.
Since Ardian’s inception in 1996, our pioneering approach to diversification and our ability to offer tailor-made solutions at scale have remained the heart of our strategy. Through commitment, knowledge and technology, we bring lasting value to our companies and contribute positively to the whole industry.
Ardian currently manages or advises $200bn for more than 1,920 clients worldwide across Private Equity, Real Assets, and Credit.
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