Investment & M&A Intern

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Job Description M&A and Strategic Investments Identify, evaluate, and prioritize acquisition and investment opportunities across Southeast Asia, Hong Kong, and the Middle East. Conduct commercial, strategic, and competitive analysis on target companies. Develop investment theses and acquisition rationales. Prepare target screening reports and investment recommendations for management review. Financial Analysis & Valuation Analyze financial statements, SaaS metrics, and operating performance. Build and maintain financial models and valuation analyses. Assess acquisition synergies, revenue opportunities, and integration considerations. Support due diligence and transaction execution activities. Corporate Development Support strategic initiatives across Vernal and its portfolio companies. Evaluate market expansion opportunities, partnership opportunities, and ecosystem development initiatives. Assist in post-merger integration and value creation initiatives where applicable. Industry Research Conduct deep-dive research into RegTech, FinTech, Compliance, Risk Management, and Financial Infrastructure sectors. Track industry trends, fundraising activity, competitive developments, and M&A transactions. Produce market maps, industry reports, and strategic insights. Executive-Level Exposure Participate in meetings with founders, investors, and senior executives. Support board materials, investment committee presentations, and transaction-related discussions. Requirement： Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline. Prior internship experience in investment banking, private equity, venture capital, consulting, corporate development, transaction advisory, technology, or financial services is preferred. Demonstrated interest in investments, M&A, corporate strategy, entrepreneurship, technology, AI, or high-growth businesses. Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. Familiarity with AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Perplexity, Copilot) and willingness to incorporate AI-assisted workflows into research and analysis. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with bilingual proficiency in English and Chinese Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

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