Working Student

Company Overview

Arbor Capital Partners LLP is a buy-and-build private equity fund established by two senior large-cap investors with backgrounds at Bain Capital, Blackstone, SVP, 3i, and TowerBrook. The firm concentrates on platform investments in B2B and high-value manufacturing across the DACH region and the UK. Its approach centers on operational improvement and close partnership with SMEs and founders to create resilient, market-leading businesses.

The first platform, Neuplaner, is an audit, tax, and accounting consolidation business that has secured €100M from institutional backers and acquires 7–10 companies each year. The team is also developing three additional platforms that are planned for launch soon.

Role Summary

This working student role is designed for candidates who can support the investment team across the complete deal lifecycle at both fund and platform level. The position calls for high-caliber self-starters with strong motivation, drive, and a proven record of achievement. There is also a possibility of moving into a full-time internship role.

Key Areas of Work

• Carry out sector research and build bottom-up assessments to identify appealing sectors and sub-sectors across Europe.
• Develop sourcing strategies, qualify targets, manage outreach, and support the acquisition pipeline through calls and meetings.
• Assist with financial, commercial, and technical due diligence on priority opportunities, including platform, nucleus, and add-on targets.
• Create operating and financial models to aid underwriting, pricing, and investment decisions.
• Prepare investment committee materials, platform and add-on project decks, and debt/equity investor presentations, while contributing actively to IC discussions.
• Support the development of AI-driven tools and agentic workflows used throughout the investment process.

Candidate Profile

Applicants should be pursuing a master’s degree, or have completed one, in Business, Finance, Economics, Natural Sciences, or Social Sciences. Strong bachelor’s candidates with relevant work experience may also be considered. Prior exposure to private equity, investment banking, or management consulting is preferred. A solid grasp of financial statements, strong analytical ability, excellent academic performance, and fluency in both German and English are important. Additional languages are an advantage.

The ideal candidate works in a structured and detail-focused manner, shows energy and commitment, is comfortable taking ownership in a flexible team setting, and demonstrates genuine curiosity about private equity and business. Interest in AI tools and how they can be applied in deal execution is a plus.

What the Role Offers

Selected candidates will gain direct involvement in the full private equity workflow, meaningful responsibility from the outset, and close mentorship from investors with 15–20+ years of experience in private equity and industry. The role includes competitive pay, remote working flexibility, and a pathway to a full-time opportunity for exceptional performers.

Working Requirements

The position requires a minimum commitment of 15 hours per week, with 20 hours per week preferred.

Additional Information

This role is based in Greater London, England, United Kingdom, with remote working flexibility. A transition into a full-time internship may be possible for outstanding performance.