Burford Capital

About the Company

Burford Capital is the leading global finance and asset management firm focused on law. Its businesses include litigation finance and risk management, asset recovery and a wide range of legal finance and advisory activities. Burford is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: BUR) and the London Stock Exchange (LSE AIM: BUR), and it works with companies and law firms around the world from its principal offices in New York, London, Chicago, Washington, Singapore and Dubai.

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Company Name

Burford Capital

Job Title

Summer Analyst Internship

Job Description

Job title: Summer Analyst Internship Role Summary: Interner supports the Strategy and Quantitative Analytics team by operating, improving, and testing Burford Capital’s proprietary investment‑modeling platform. The role blends data analysis, financial model evaluation, and cross‑functional collaboration to underpin strategic investment decisions. Expectations: - Acquire foundational knowledge of litigation finance and advanced financial modeling. - Deliver accurate, data‑driven insights within tight deadlines. - Communicate findings clearly to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders. - Demonstrate self‑direction, high energy, and a willingness to learn quickly. Key Responsibilities: - Operate and maintain the proprietary investment‑modeling platform. - Analyze existing and prospective investment models and term sheets to assess pricing structures and underlying assumptions. - Identify opportunities for platform enhancement and communicate suggestions to the broader team. - Draft detailed functional requirements for new modeling features and validate implementation through rigorous testing. - Collaborate with quantitative associates and other departments to ensure data integrity and model accuracy. - Participate in training modules on litigation finance, financial modeling, and analytical techniques. Required Skills: - Advanced proficiency in Excel (formulas, pivot tables, VBA). - Basic to intermediate Python programming skills (data manipulation, libraries). - Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with meticulous attention to detail. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Collaborative mindset, capable of working with teams across functions. - Self‑starter with high energy and adaptability to fast‑paced environments. Required Education & Certifications: - Current student or recent graduate with a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Finance, Economics, or a STEM field. - Outstanding academic record. - No specific industry certifications required.

London, United kingdom

Hybrid

26-12-2025