Stanford, California
ABOUT US
Knuru is an investment firm covering venture capital, private equity and real estate investments across MENA, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Southern Europe. Our portfolio includes industry-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
Knuru is hiring an Investment Analyst to join our team for a 6-month internship. We are looking for someone with a demonstrated passion for technology and a keen eye for emerging trends. As a member of the investment team, you will be involved in all stages of the investment process and contribute to investment decisions.
MINDSET
At Knuru, we value individuals who are:
• Comfortable working within a small and nimble team, managing time effectively to support and collaborate with team members on multiple projects.
• Curious, open-minded, and genuinely passionate about innovation, technology, and new market trends.
• Proactive, quick-witted, and take initiative, always seeking improvement and thinking outside the box.
MISSIONS
As a member of our team, your responsibilities will include:
• Identifying and evaluating potential investment opportunities that align with Knuru's strategic focus areas.
• Supporting comprehensive due diligence efforts, including in-depth market analysis, competitive landscape evaluation, and business plan assessment to inform investment decisions.
• Developing detailed opportunity overviews, investment memoranda, and other strategic reports that effectively communicate the investment rationale, market opportunities, and risk factors to stakeholders.
• Drafting quarterly reports and newsletters for limited partners (LPs), providing updates on portfolio performance, market insights, and strategic developments.
• Representing Knuru at regional industry events, conferences, and networking sessions to connect with entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and potential investment targets.
• Conducting research and analysis of new strategic markets to identify emerging trends, growth opportunities, and areas of interest that align with Knuru's investment thesis.
QUALIFICATIONS
To be successful in this role, you should have:
• A bachelor's degree in business, finance, or related studies.
• 1-2 years of relevant work experience in corporate finance (VC, M&A, PE, consulting) or within a high-growth technology startup.
• Familiarity with startup finance methodologies (e.g., valuation, cohort analysis, unit economics, KPIs) and an understanding of venture-backed business mechanics.
• Strong analytical and financial modeling abilities alongside the ability to present and communicate effectively.
• A strong sense of culture, organization, and teamwork.
• Genuine knowledge and keen interest in staying ahead of trends shaping the VC market.
• The ability and desire to be part of a young, rapidly learning team.
• Exceptional English communication skills, both written and oral.
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.
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