James Smith - Intern 

James Smith is a Private Equity Intern at Quintet Partners, where he supports the investment team in evaluating potential transactions and managing portfolio companies across the firm's private equity, credit, and real estate platforms. Joining Quintet Partners in April 2025, James brings valuable experience from his previous role as a Corporate Advisory & Investment Intern at TIP Group (ASX: TIP), where he developed skills in financial analysis, due diligence, and transaction support.

Currently completing his Bachelor of Commerce with a specialization in Finance at Macquarie University, James has complemented his academic foundation with professional credentials, including the Financial Modeling & Valuation Analyst (FMVA®) certification from the Corporate Finance Institute and completion of HSBC's Global Banking & Markets Virtual Experience. These qualifications demonstrate his commitment to developing the technical skills essential for success in private equity and investment management.

Prior to his finance career, James gained valuable operational experience as part of the Production Team at ResMed, where he developed strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail over more than two years. This diverse background provides him with a unique perspective when analyzing potential investments and operational improvements for portfolio companies.

At Quintet Partners, James contributes to the investment process by conducting industry research, building financial models, supporting due diligence activities, and assisting with portfolio company monitoring. His analytical mindset, technical capabilities, and eagerness to learn make him a valuable addition to Quintet's investment team.

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