Part-time AI Residency in Private Equity & Growth Equity | Mentis

About Us: Mentis AI operates at the cutting-edge of private markets and frontier AI technology. Our team melds deep expertise from institutional finance (including firms like Lazard and Partners Group) with advanced machine learning and AI research. With a presence in both London and San Francisco, we partner with top AI laboratories to enhance decision-making processes in critical financial environments.The Opportunity: As AI becomes integral to investment practices, this residency offers private equity and growth equity experts a unique chance to gain firsthand experience in the development, assessment, and enhancement of sophisticated AI systems. Your responsibilities will include:Developing expert benchmarks: Construct and validate financial models and return analyses used in evaluating advanced AI systems.Testing model reasoning: Identify and address weaknesses in AI-generated analyses, focusing on logic, assumptions, and market intuition.Creating frameworks: Convert investor strategies for navigating uncertainty and structuring transactions into challenges that test AI reasoning capabilities.Assessing human versus machine judgment: Systematically compare professional investment analysis with AI outputs.Why Join Us?Be one of the first investment professionals to directly engage with how frontier AI models interpret private markets.Enhance your profile in the intersection of investing and AI, preparing you for roles in funds, AI firms, or entrepreneurial ventures.Gain practical insights into the transformative impact of AI on deal workflows, from screening and due diligence to portfolio management and exit strategies.Who We Seek:3 to 7 years of experience in private equity or growth equity at a respected large-cap or upper-middle-market fund in Europe or the U.S.Positioned as an Associate, VP, or Principal; industry-agnostic.Exceptional modeling and valuation skills with comprehensive experience throughout the deal lifecycle.A genuine passion for AI and its application in finance.

About Us At Mentis AI, we operate at the dynamic intersection of institutional finance and cutting-edge AI technology. Our diverse team, comprising veterans from esteemed institutions like Lazard and Partners Group, leverages deep financial expertise with advanced machine learning and AI research. With our presence in both London and San Francisco, we collaborate with premier AI labs to revolutionize decision-making processes in high-stakes financial environments.The Opportunity In the face of AI's rapid integration into private credit workflows—from underwriting and credit approvals to documentation and portfolio management—this part-time residency program invites seasoned direct lending and private credit professionals. Join us for a hands-on experience in understanding how sophisticated AI systems are developed, assessed, and optimized within middle-market lending and credit fund operations.Your Responsibilities:Develop Expert Benchmarks: Create and validate practical credit analyses, underwriting scenarios, and portfolio monitoring frameworks essential for evaluating advanced AI systems.Evaluate Model Reasoning: Identify and address weaknesses in AI-generated credit assessments, focusing on logical inconsistencies and gaps in underwriting intuition.Framework Design: Convert the methodologies of credit professionals in evaluating borrowers and structuring deals into challenges that test AI's reasoning capabilities.Assess Human vs. AI Judgment: Conduct systematic comparisons of professional credit assessments and AI outputs across various credit scenarios.Why This Experience Matters:Be among the pioneering private credit professionals exploring how advanced AI models analyze credit underwriting and manage portfolios.Cultivate a unique profile at the crossroads of private credit and AI—ideal for careers in credit funds, AI firms, or entrepreneurial ventures.Gain firsthand experience in how AI transforms credit workflows—from underwriting to portfolio monitoring and beyond.

About Us Mentis AI operates at the dynamic intersection of institutional finance and cutting-edge AI technologies. Our diverse team, with backgrounds from top firms such as Lazard and Partners Group, brings together extensive financial services expertise and advanced machine learning research. We maintain a presence in both London and San Francisco, partnering with leading AI laboratories to enhance the reasoning, generalization, and decision-making capabilities of models in critical financial scenarios.The Opportunity As AI becomes an integral part of venture capital processes—from deal sourcing to portfolio management—this residency offers a unique opportunity for venture capital professionals to gain hands-on experience in how sophisticated AI systems are developed, assessed, and refined within the context of early and growth-stage funding.In this role, you will:Construct Expert Benchmarks: Develop and validate investment memos, market analyses, and evaluation frameworks for assessing frontier AI systems.Stress-Test Model Reasoning: Identify and diagnose weaknesses in AI-generated analyses, pinpointing where logic and intuition may falter.Design Frameworks: Translate venture capital evaluation criteria into challenges that test AI reasoning capabilities across various investment stages and sectors.Compare Human vs. Machine Judgment: Systematically assess the differences between professional venture judgment and AI outputs in deal evaluation, term sheet structuring, and portfolio management contexts.Why This Experience Is ValuableBe among the pioneers in venture capital, directly engaging with how advanced AI models approach early-stage investment and founder assessment.Develop a distinctive profile at the crossroads of venture capital and AI, whether within a fund, an AI-focused company, or as an entrepreneur.Gain hands-on experience in how AI is transforming venture workflows, including sourcing, due diligence, investment memo preparation, board interactions, and portfolio oversight.Who You Are4+ years of experience in venture capital investing at a prestigious VC fund (e.g., Sequoia Capital, Andreessen Horowitz, Accel, Index Ventures, etc.).

Join us as a Growth & Private Equity Intern at Global Founders Capital, where you'll dive into the exciting world of investment opportunities. This role offers a unique chance to collaborate closely with the Senior Vice President of Investments at Rocket Internet. You will develop a thorough understanding of internet startups while honing your analytical and investment skills. Your responsibilities will include:Sourcing, researching, and identifying promising investment opportunitiesSupporting growth investments and late-stage private equity co-investmentsCompiling financial models and undertaking commercial and financial due diligenceDrafting compelling pitch presentations and managing communications with external stakeholdersAssisting in transaction execution and ad-hoc operationsTaking ownership of various projects and working independently

Are you a qualified ACA or ACCA accountant with extensive experience in the Private Equity sector?Do you possess in-depth knowledge of Limited Partnership Agreements (LPAs), Management Fees, Carried Interest, and other essential components of LPA Accounting?Are you eager to join a well-established boutique firm that offers a fulfilling and challenging environment where you can lead a team?If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you as a Private Equity Accountant, where you will manage a small team and ensure that all monthly, quarterly, and annual deadlines are met efficiently.This prestigious West End firm in London offers a competitive salary and a supportive, collaborative team culture.In your role as the Private Equity Accountant, your responsibilities will be divided with approximately 70% of your time focused on Private Equity work and 30% on various other tasks, including audits, account preparation, and management accounts.The Private Equity work will involve:Engaging with fund administrators to resolve queriesCreating comprehensive reporting packsCalculating management fees and carried interestMonitoring fund performanceAssisting group auditorsSupervising Monthly Management AccountsWe are looking for a candidate with a robust background in Private Equity who is ready to embrace a managerial position, ideally having held a senior or managerial role previously.Strong Excel skills are essential, and familiarity with SAGE software is preferred but not mandatory.If you are motivated to develop new skills and take on this exciting challenge, please apply today to learn more and receive a complete job specification.About Morgan Jones:Morgan Jones Recruitment Consultants has been a reputable recruitment firm for over 18 years, known for our commitment to fair and equal representation. We value each applicant as an individual and are eager to provide you with more information about our client and the role.To discover other excellent opportunities, please visit our website or call us at 0808 168 1474 for a confidential discussion about upcoming roles.Follow Morgan Jones on your favorite social networks - Facebook, Twitter & LinkedIn.Due to the high volume of applications, we can only respond to candidates whose skills and experience closely match the requirements. If you haven't heard from us within 48 hours, please consider your application unsuccessful.

About Us: At Mentis AI, we operate at the forefront of institutional finance and cutting-edge AI technology. Our dynamic team merges extensive expertise from financial powerhouses like Lazard and Partners Group with innovative machine learning and applied AI research initiatives. Based in London and San Francisco, we partner with top-tier AI laboratories to enhance the reasoning, generalization, and decision-making capabilities of AI models within critical financial settings.The Opportunity: As AI technology increasingly integrates into essential real estate investment processes—ranging from acquisitions and underwriting to asset management and debt structuring—this part-time residency offers institutional real estate private equity professionals invaluable early exposure to the development, assessment, and enhancement of advanced AI systems tailored for REPE investment across diverse property types and risk profiles.Your Responsibilities:Develop Expert Benchmarks: Construct and validate real-world underwriting models, return analyses, and investment cases to assess frontier AI systems.Evaluate Model Reasoning: Identify weaknesses in AI-generated real estate analyses, pinpointing where logic, assumptions, or market intuition may falter.Create Evaluation Frameworks: Transform how REPE professionals assess acquisitions, structure transactions, and manage assets throughout the investment lifecycle into challenges that push AI reasoning boundaries.Analyze Human vs. Machine Judgment: Methodically compare discrepancies between expert real estate judgments and AI outputs across asset classes, risk levels, and fund models.Why This Experience MattersJoin a pioneering cohort of real estate investment professionals engaged directly with how advanced AI models interpret acquisitions, underwriting, and asset management.Establish a unique profile for those aiming to bridge the fields of real estate and AI—whether within a fund, an AI firm, or through entrepreneurial ventures.Gain hands-on experience in how AI is revolutionizing real estate workflows, from deal screening and underwriting to joint venture structuring, asset management, and limited partner reporting.

At PitchBook, a subsidiary of Morningstar, we are committed to looking ahead and fostering innovation. Our culture thrives on collaboration, excitement, and a shared sense of purpose that energizes our team.We offer extensive learning programs and mentorship opportunities designed to cultivate a culture of curiosity. This empowers us to continuously seek new solutions and improve our processes. While the private equity landscape is fast-paced and ever-evolving, we embrace challenges and learn from our experiences in the pursuit of excellence.If you bring a positive attitude and a willingness to tackle challenges head-on, PitchBook is the ideal environment for you.About the Role:As part of our Editorial team, you will engage deeply with the private equity market, providing insights that empower our clients as investors, advisors, and market participants. Your contributions will directly influence the evolution of the industry!We offer a flexible work environment, fostering a culture of inquiry, teamwork, and professional growth. Recognition and respect are paramount in our collaborative atmosphere, where camaraderie is a cornerstone of our success. Our rapidly expanding organization presents numerous opportunities for career advancement and exploration of your interests.Our commitment to investing in our team has led to rapid growth in our coverage across various industries and regions. Our insights are frequently referenced by leading publications and are highly sought after by key players in the financial markets. In addition to delivering timely market insights, we collaborate closely with our Product, Engineering, and Data Operations teams to enhance our datasets and develop innovative tools that significantly impact the industry.

At Mentis AI, our founders hail from prestigious firms such as Lazard and Partners Group, and we operate from our offices in London and San Francisco. We specialize in harnessing real-world financial insights to enhance AI model training, effectively bridging the divide between human intelligence and artificial intelligence.About the Role: We invite you to leverage your institutional real estate investment expertise in a groundbreaking AI training initiative. This project will encompass areas such as acquisitions, underwriting, asset management, and fund-level analytics, capturing the methodologies employed by leading REPE professionals in evaluating opportunities, structuring transactions, and managing diverse assets across various property types.

Join our vibrant team at With Intelligence as a Reporter focused on uncovering exclusive news and conducting high-profile interviews in the European private equity and private credit landscape. Your mission will be to discover groundbreaking stories through source-led journalism, covering significant events such as launches, closures, personnel changes, and investment insights. We aim to deliver news that sets us apart from the competition.The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in private credit and/or private equity journalism and is eager to carve out their niche within this dynamic sector. Your role will include attending industry conferences, nurturing a robust network of sources, and interviewing influential executives to develop in-depth knowledge and insights into current trends.As part of a global team of over 70 asset management journalists, you'll play a vital role in our rapidly expanding private markets team, contributing to our strategic growth initiatives.We offer a hybrid working model, allowing you to work three days in the office and two days remotely.

About JuniorAt Junior, we're innovating at the forefront of investment research with our state-of-the-art LLM-powered tools. Our mission is to empower the world's most discerning deal teams, including some of the top 10 global private equity firms, Big 4 professional services, and leading consulting practices, who collectively manage billions in investments annually.As a profitable, bootstrapped company, we've grown our team to approximately 28 dynamic individuals across our London and New York offices. Following a remarkable 10x revenue increase in 2025, we are poised for another thrilling growth phase, aiming to double or triple our success this year. Our clients benefit significantly, saving an average of 10 hours per diligence weekly, as we facilitate their deal workflows. The RolePrivate equity is where we excel. We've established a robust product-market fit, with firms leveraging Junior for their due diligence, expert consultations, and portfolio management processes. Our ambition is to onboard 20-35 new private equity customers this year, and this role is crucial in propelling that growth.You will engage with CTOs, CCOs, Managing Directors, and Heads of Portfolio Operations within mid-market and top-50 PE firms, guiding them through consultative sales cycles. This role demands an understanding of technical solutions and the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments. Deal values range from $100k to $2M ACV, encompassing security assessments, compliance reviews, and firm-wide implementation strategies.This is not just order fulfillment; you will actively seek new opportunities, construct tailored account strategies, and finalize sophisticated enterprise agreements in a market where our product has already gained notable traction. As an Account Executive, you will have the unique opportunity to:Hunt and close new logos within the private equity sector, focusing on enterprise deals ranging from $100k to $2M ACV.Develop and execute comprehensive account plans for targeted firms, identifying CTOs, Heads of Portfolio Operations, deal leads, and other essential contacts.Conduct discovery sessions and product demonstrations with senior finance professionals, articulating Junior's value in the context of due diligence, expert networks, portfolio monitoring, and deal execution.Overcome complex enterprise procurement hurdles: including security evaluations, data residency stipulations, IT integration, and planning for organization-wide rollouts.Craft and present a compelling value proposition and ROI framework tailored to PE workflows, illustrating how Junior can save clients significant time and resources.

Join mentis as an AI Resident in our Wealth Management department, where you will have the opportunity to work at the intersection of finance and artificial intelligence. This innovative role is designed for individuals passionate about leveraging AI to enhance financial strategies and client experiences. You will collaborate with experts in the field, engage in hands-on projects, and contribute to the development of cutting-edge AI solutions tailored to wealth management.

Founded by alumni of Lazard and Partners Group, Mentis AI operates from London and San Francisco, merging financial expertise with cutting-edge AI model training. We aim to seamlessly integrate human insights with artificial intelligence, redefining the landscape of private credit.Role Overview: As an Expert AI Trainer, your role will focus on lending and private credit expertise to enhance our AI training project. You'll be instrumental in developing training datasets that accurately reflect the methodologies used by credit professionals in underwriting deals, structuring facilities, and monitoring middle-market borrowers throughout the private credit spectrum.Desired Qualifications:3–8 years of specialized experience in private credit or direct lending, ideally within a BDC, direct lending platform, or credit fund (e.g., Ares Capital, Golub Capital, HPS Investment Partners, Blue Owl Capital, Apollo, Oaktree).Candidates at the Associate, VP, or Director level are encouraged to apply.Demonstrated expertise in credit underwriting, including financial modeling, covenant analysis, collateral assessment, and credit memo creation.Experience in structuring first lien, unitranche, second lien, or mezzanine facilities for both sponsor-backed and non-sponsored borrowers.A solid understanding of loan documentation, portfolio monitoring, and processes related to amendments and waivers.Project Commitment:A minimum commitment of 15 hours per week is required.This is a remote, asynchronous contract position.Join a prestigious research project collaborating with an elite AI lab to enhance decision-making capabilities in private credit underwriting, deal structuring, and portfolio management.

StepStone is a leader in the global private markets, creating personalized investment solutions, advisory services, and impactful data-driven insights for investors worldwide. By harnessing our extensive platform and unrivaled market intelligence across various sectors, strategies, and regions, we empower our clients to discover the competitive edge and insights essential for their success.Position OverviewThe Analyst role at StepStone in London is pivotal in assisting the Private Equity team with investment activities, engaging across two key investment categories: primaries and co-investments within buyouts, venture capital, or growth equity contexts.Key Responsibilities:Acquire a foundational knowledge of the private equity landscape and emerging industry trends.Conduct financial analysis, prepare valuation reports, and leverage available data to identify, assess, and interpret trends across various sectors.Develop independent assessments of investment opportunities and articulate these findings effectively in both verbal and written communications; defend positions in team settings, including Investment Committee meetings.Assist senior team members in sourcing and managing the investment processes.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Mathematics, Engineering, Economics, or Accounting, or equivalent experience.Proven academic and professional accomplishments.1-3 years of experience in Investment Banking or Consulting.Skills and Abilities:Strong communication skills to represent the firm professionally in both written and verbal formats.Advanced analytical skills, including robust quantitative and modeling capabilities.Demonstrated leadership potential.Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.Adaptability to a dynamic and entrepreneurial work environment, with an expectation to perform various roles as the firm evolves.Foster a collaborative and positive team-oriented atmosphere.Proficiency in European languages is a plus.

Role overview The Business Development Associate position at Third Bridge Group Limited centers on finding new business opportunities within the private equity sector. Based in London, this role requires frequent communication with industry leaders and a focus on understanding client needs. Market insights play a key part in shaping the solutions offered to clients. Key responsibilities Identify and pursue potential business prospects in private equity Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and industry contacts Apply market research to create solutions tailored to client requirements Contribute to the team’s goal of delivering high value and strong service Growth and development This role provides the chance to build business development skills in a supportive environment. Working with experienced professionals, there are opportunities to learn more about private equity and client engagement while developing professionally.

Join our dynamic Commercial Team as a Senior Account Executive and play a crucial role in bunch's strategic expansion into high-potential markets such as the UK and Luxembourg. This is an exciting opportunity to support the acquisition of substantial Private Equity funds while reporting directly to our VP of Commercial. You will be instrumental in driving our company's growth, ensuring that our sales strategies align closely with our overarching business objectives.How This Role Impacts Our VisionAs a key contributor, you will help propel bunch's growth by establishing and implementing our commercial strategy, particularly with Enterprise customers and large Private Equity funds, positioning Bunch as the benchmark for private market investments.Your success in this role will be vital as you help shape our Commercial strategy quickly and effectively, fostering market knowledge and building relationships with prospective Private Equity clients during a pivotal phase for bunch.Key ResponsibilitiesIdentify and acquire new Enterprise customers across targeted markets through both inbound and outbound efforts.Collaborate to develop an acquisition strategy tailored for new customer segments, focusing primarily on large Private Equity funds.Forge and maintain strong relationships with General Partners (GPs), CFOs, and COOs of prospective and existing funds, as well as Angel investors.Analyze and understand the challenges faced by prospects and clients to create tailored account plans, including demand generation and closing strategies.Stay abreast of the competitive landscape to craft compelling proposals and effective pricing strategies.Work closely with Strategy, Marketing, and Customer Success teams to devise best practices that enhance demand generation and promote customer engagement within targeted accounts.Develop business cases that clearly articulate the value and ROI clients can expect from partnering with bunch.Cultivate strong client relationships and strive for operational excellence to maximize customer satisfaction and ensure long-term retention.

Join a dynamic and rapidly growing financial headhunting firm with offices in London and Hong Kong, specializing in private equity recruitment.Our client, a vibrant and innovative headhunting company established just two years ago, has quickly built an impressive client portfolio including industry giants such as Goldman Sachs and Barclays. This presents a unique opportunity to collaborate with leading firms in the financial sector. The youthful nature of the company offers significant prospects for swift career advancement as the team expands, allowing for early leadership opportunities. With a commission-based structure, there is also considerable potential for high earnings. Additional benefits include:Student debt repayment programsUncapped commission potentialGenerous annual leaveThe initial phase of the role focuses on resource management, providing comprehensive insights into market dynamics essential for success. Responsibilities during this phase include:Conducting thorough market researchCreating candidate listsSupporting senior consultantsUpon successful completion of the probationary period, you will transition into a consultant role, expanding your responsibilities from candidate management to direct client engagement. This shift will enhance your exposure to banks and private equity firms, making the role more complex and rewarding as you take on account management duties. This position is ideal for individuals who thrive in:A fast-paced work environmentA target-driven cultureCompetitive interactions with colleagues

StepStone Group is a leading global private markets investment firm, dedicated to delivering customized investment solutions and advisory services. We leverage our extensive platform and unparalleled insights across various sectors and geographies to empower our clients with the information and strategies they need to thrive in the evolving investment landscape.Position Overview:The Analyst role at StepStone Infrastructure & Real Assets involves providing critical analytical support, financial modeling, and transaction assistance to both local and global teams in guiding clients on infrastructure and real asset investments worldwide.Essential Job Functions:Develop and refine advanced financial models, conduct detailed analysis of financial statements and forecasts, prepare valuation bridges, perform discounted cash flow analyses, and create sensitivity/scenario analyses.Excel in writing and preparing comprehensive memos and presentations.Conduct thorough research and due diligence on potential investment opportunities and sectors, including primary funds, secondaries, co-investments, and direct investments.Articulate investment decisions effectively, both verbally and in writing, and defend your rationale in a team setting, including during Investment Committee meetings.Engage with clients directly and prepare high-quality advisory materials.Assist senior staff in sourcing and managing investment opportunities.

The Company You’ll JoinCarta is at the forefront of innovation, connecting founders, investors, and limited partners through cutting-edge software that is tailored for participants in venture capital, private equity, and private credit. With over 65,000 companies across 160 countries relying on our platform, we provide the essential tools to empower you to build, invest, and scale with confidence.Our Fund Administration platform serves more than 9,000 funds and SPVs, managing assets close to $185 billion. Our solutions are specifically designed to enhance the strategic impact of fund CFOs. Recognized by industry leaders such as Fortune, Forbes, Fast Company, and Inc., Carta is pioneering the evolution of private market infrastructure.We are committed to crafting a comprehensive ERP platform for private markets, addressing the limitations of traditional ERP solutions that fall short for Private Funds. Our innovative software for the Office of the Fund CFO replaces outdated spreadsheets and fragmented services, transforming private markets into a more interconnected ecosystem akin to public markets.For insights into our vibrant culture and work environment, visit our Carta careers page.The Team You’ll Work WithWe are searching for dynamic sales professionals to join our Private Equity team, dedicated to selling fund administration services. Our clientele primarily consists of Private Equity and Private Credit Funds. With Carta's platform, these clients can efficiently track and manage their portfolios while effectively communicating with their investors.As part of the Private Equity sales team, you will introduce high-profile clients to our diverse range of product offerings, including Fund Administration through Carta’s event-based accounting general ledger, digital KYC, portfolio management, reporting and analytics, investor management, investor portal, valuations, and data collection.Our technology-driven investor portal serves both fund GPs/Admins and their investors/LPs, along with portfolio companies through our cap table solutions. Carta has created a specialized equity ownership management platform designed exclusively for Private Equity Firms and their portfolio company management teams. This includes the first and only Advanced Scenario Modeling tool capable of managing complex Private Equity waterfalls, empowering deal teams, valuation teams, and management teams to move beyond spreadsheets for enhanced accuracy and quicker insights into critical strategic decisions.

Join our dynamic team at odtcapital as a Part-time Equity Research Analyst. In this role, you will analyze financial data and trends to provide insights that drive informed investment decisions. Your analytical skills and attention to detail will be essential in delivering high-quality research reports that support our clients' investment strategies.

Role Overview Third Bridge Group Limited is hiring a French Speaking Business Development Associate for the Private Equity sector in London. This position focuses on supporting growth plans and building our client portfolio. What You Will Do Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the private equity market Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients Provide attentive, high-quality service to ensure client satisfaction Use French language skills to communicate effectively with international clients Who We’re Looking For Fluency in French Interest in business development and client relationship management Strong communication and interpersonal skills