Business Intern, Financial Analyst

Position Summary

SPENCER STUART

At Spencer Stuart, we know that leadership has never mattered more. We are trusted by organizations around the world to help them make the senior-level leadership decisions that have a lasting impact on their enterprises, on their stakeholders and the world around them. Through our executive search, board and leadership advisory services, we help build and enhance high-performing teams for select clients ranging from major multinationals to emerging companies to non-profit institutions.

ANALYST INTERN ROLE

Spencer Stuart is seeking to recruit an Analyst Intern based in Paris.

Your assignments will span a variety of sectors in executive search, including healthcare, TMT (Technology, Media, and Telecommunications), industry, energy, insurance, financial services, private equity, consumer goods, and hospitality & leisure.

Interns also benefit from tailored training sessions designed to enhance their skills and deepen their understanding of executive search. This experience is ideal for developing business acumen, discovering the consulting world, and acquiring valuable tools for your professional journey.

You will work closely with senior consultants who bring expertise from investment banking, strategy consulting, recruitment, and industry. Their extensive networks in France and internationally are a significant asset to your learning and development.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Analyst Interns will work on strategic projects in teams with Analysts, Associates, and Consultants.

As an Analyst Intern at Spencer Stuart, you will support executive search and business development efforts through a variety of responsibilities, including:

* Preparing client pitches and analyzing markets and organizational structures

* Proposing candidate lists using internal databases

* Coordinating research and conducting analysis on complex projects

* Identifying creative solutions for active search assignments

* Collaborating with international offices on cross-border initiatives

* Supporting project team leads with research and analytical input on both individual and group assignments

IDEAL EXPERIENCE

* Currently in the first or second part of a gap year or at the end of your studies

* An interest in business, leadership, and/or human capital

* Advanced research and analysis skills (either through coursework or previous work experience)

* Strong project and time management

* Strong verbal and written communication skills

* A self-starter who is naturally curious, team-oriented and tenacious

* Proficient with MS Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word)

* International experience is valued

* French and English speaking and writing skills required