LionTree
Winter 2027 Off-Cycle Internship Programme
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ABOUT LIONTREE
Founded in 2012, LionTree is an independent investment and merchant bank with deep roots in the media, technology, communications, consumer, and creative industries. Our thematic focus and expertise provide us with a differentiated perspective to help our relationships unlock growth and transformation across key areas of the global digital economy. We are excited by ideas that change the way people think and have the potential to shape the future, approaching every relationship as one with limitless potential.
With offices in New York, London, San Francisco, and Tel Aviv, LionTree is a global strategic, long-term partner to visionary CEOs, entrepreneurs, creators, and investors. Our integrated platform spanning Advisory, Capital Markets, and Asset Management is designed to support our relationships at all stages of growth and transformation.
Since our formation, LionTree has advised on nearly $1tn of deal volume across over 300 transactions. Notable mandates include advising Paramount Skydance on its announced all-cash acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery; Hyve Group, Providence, and Searchlight on the announced sale of Hyve to Hellman & Friedman; Liberty Global on its announced acquisition of Vodafone's stake in VodafoneZiggo and the creation of Ziggo Group; Axel Springer on its acquisition of The Telegraph Media Group; and Adevinta on the sale of Adevinta Spain to EQT.
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OFF-CYCLE INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME
Programme Description
LionTree offers a 6-month off-cycle internship programme in London for final year university students and recent graduates. Our London office focuses specifically on dealmaking across media, technology, and telecommunications (TMT). As an off-cycle intern, you will gain direct exposure to some of the most active dealmaking in the sector, fully immersed in the day-to-day activities of our deal teams. The programme is designed to provide a realistic view of our full-time Investment Banking Analyst Programme, with strong performers considered for a full-time Analyst offer.
As an off-cycle intern, you will have the opportunity to:
- Obtain a strong foundation in financial analysis through training from LionTree professionals as well as third-party providers
- Have the opportunity to work on live client assignments alongside LionTree deal teams
- Attend firm events where you will learn about LionTree and the industry
- Access to an invaluable peer network as well as senior firm leaders
Job Description
- Work collaboratively in a high-performing team to create financial and economic analysis that can be presented to CEOs, CFOs, Boards of prospective companies and Senior Executives of Financial Sponsors
- Assist in or perform complex analytical tasks, including financial modelling, historical financial analysis, and valuation assessments
- Assist in the preparation of confidential information memoranda, management presentations, marketing pitches, and other strategic materials
- Conduct industry and company research to support live deal execution
- Coordinate and conduct business due diligence
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Personal Attributes and Competencies
- Previous Internship experience in M&A, Private Equity, or related roles would be preferable
- A Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Accounting, or a related field
- Outstanding academic track-record
- Strong analytical, accounting, and numerical skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Good working knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint
- Exceptional interpersonal skills and strong communication, especially when working in a team under tight deadlines
- Proactive, self-starter - able to work independently and take ownership of tasks delegated
- Fluency (in written and verbal) in English
Additional Details
- Location: Mayfair, London
- Salary: Very competitive
- Start date: 11 January 2027
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