Investment Analyst Intern

ABOUT US

Knuru Capital is an investment firm covering venture capital, private equity, private credit, and real estate investments across MENA, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Southern Europe. Our portfolio includes leading marketplaces such as The Luxury Closet, Jiji, and Jeeny, alongside disruptive fintech companies like Ibancar, Klarna, and Chime.

Knuru was founded by experienced investors with a deep knowledge and track record in the financial services industry. Our team comprises entrepreneurs and financiers dedicated to fostering innovation and growth in our target regions.

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are hiring an Investment Analyst Intern to join our team from October 2025 for a 6-month, in-person program based in the UAE (relocation support available).

You will gain hands-on experience across investment analysis and portfolio support, working closely with senior team members on deals, market research, and v alue creation initiatives across portfolio companies . This is a rare opportunity to learn in a small, collaborative team where your work directly shapes investment decisions.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Identify and evaluate potential investment opportunities aligned with Knuru’s strategic focus areas
• Build financial models and conduct valuation analyses (DCF, unit economics, cohort analysis, KPIs)
• Support due diligence, including reviewing legal documents and coordinating with counsel
• Conduct market research using both traditional methods and AI-assisted tools
• Draft investment memoranda and concise deal summaries for internal and external stakeholders
• Assist in portfolio company monitoring, operational support, and quarterly LP reporting
• Represent Knuru at select industry events and networking opportunities

WHO YOU ARE

• A bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field
• 1-2 years of relevant work experience in corporate finance (VC, M&A, PE, consulting) or within a high-growth technology startup
• Strong analytical and financial modeling abilities alongside the ability to present and communicate effectively
• Basic literacy in legal/transaction documents
• Familiarity with AI tools and prompting for research, analysis, or workflow automation (a strong plus)
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills, able to manage multiple workstreams effectively
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English
• Mindset: Analytical, detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable working in a nimble, high-ownership environment.

WHY JOIN US

• Work closely with senior investors on deals from day one
• Exposure to all stages of the investment process in a cross-border investment environment
• Opportunity to build a strong network in the MENA and European VC/PE ecosystem
• Small, high-ownership team environment with direct exposure to decision-making

If you meet most, but not all, of the criteria above, we encourage you to apply — we value drive, curiosity, and the ability to learn quickly.

Apply by sending your CV to recruitment@knuru.com, together with an essay on one company (200 words) you believe Knuru should invest in and why.