London Growth Equity Firms

Looking for a list of London Growth Equity funds, particularly those that offer internships/analyst positions.

Asking because I know some US funds that I have been struggling to pin down in the UK (i.e. Insight - seen a couple VPs based in London, but no analysts/associates, and even then non are British-educated implying an internal move).

Don’t care if it’s continuation, pure growth or traditional LBO as a firm as long as they have a team that deploys primarily growth checks.

Thanks!

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Based on the highest ranked content on WSO, here are some insights into the Growth Equity landscape in London, including firms and opportunities:

Key Players in London Growth Equity:

  1. EQT - Mentioned as a notable player in the London Growth Equity space.
  2. Apax Partners - Known for classic GE deals and has a presence in London.
  3. Permira - Another major player with a focus on growth equity.
  4. Bain Capital - Engages in growth equity deals and has a London office.
  5. Blackstone (BX) - Expanding into growth equity with a presence in London.
  6. IVP, Meritech, Lightspeed, Battery - Late-stage VC funds also involved in growth equity deals.
  7. Silversmith, Level, Lead Edge - Smaller, up-and-coming funds focusing on growth equity.

Graduate Schemes and Internships:

  • Tikehau (London)
  • 3i (London)
  • Terra Firma (London)
  • Blackstone (London)
  • KKR - Mentioned as potentially relaunching their European Analyst program.

Recommendations for Staying Updated:

  • Follow newsletters and news sources that focus on growth equity in Europe, the US, and Asia to stay informed about new funds and opportunities.

Additional Notes:

  • Insight Partners has a few VPs based in London, but there seems to be a lack of analysts/associates, indicating possible internal moves rather than local hiring.

This should give you a solid starting point for exploring growth equity opportunities in London. If you need more specific details or further assistance, feel free to ask!

Sources: Growth Equity landscape in London, Clarity on the Growth Equity Landscape, London IBD - hiring analyst(s), https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/private-equity/private-equity-grad-schemes-europe?customgpt=1, London IB Summer Analyst 2021 Internship Discussion

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