Due Diligence Investment Associate Intern l Ecommerce l Private Equity

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About Us

• Ecomma is a rapidly growing private equity firm with proven expertise in acquiring ecommerce brands worldwide.
• We excel in a range of areas that drive genuine results and online growth, including:
• Value Creation: Strategically investing to maximize the potential of our acquired brands.
• Operational Excellence: Leveraging best practices and a seasoned team to optimize brand operations.
• Sustainable Growth: Prioritizing long-term success with sustainable practices.
• Data-driven Marketing Strategies: Using data to tailor marketing campaigns for optimal reach and conversion.

The Role

1. Financial Due Diligence

• Reconstruct monthly P&L statements using seller data, Shopify reports, and ad account spend.
• Perform COGS audits (sample orders, supplier invoices, shipping costs).
• Normalize EBITDA by adding back one‑time costs and adjusting for VAT, owner salaries, etc.
• Identify discrepancies between seller‑provided financials and actual platform data.

2. Operational Due Diligence

• Review fulfilment models (dropship, 3PL, self‑fulfilment) and validate shipping times.
• Assess supplier relationships, inventory levels, and stock reports.
• Verify that all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are documented and transferable.

3. Marketing & Asset Due Diligence

• Check ad account health (Meta feedback score, Google Ads history, bans).
• Confirm transferability of all marketing assets (pixels, Business Manager, ad accounts, creatives).
• Review customer reviews (Trustpilot, Judge.me) and flag reputation risks.

4. Legal & Compliance Checks

• Identify any ongoing litigation, IP infringements, or trademark issues.
• Flag products that violate our non‑negotiable criteria (adult, edible, supplements without clean history).

5. Coordination & Reporting

• Send DD request emails and data room links to sellers.
• Chase sellers for missing or incorrect documents.
• Prepare a final DD findings report for the Head of Investments, summarizing risks, adjustments, and a go/no‑go recommendation.

Must‑haves

• Experience in finance (e.g., accounting, auditing, financial analysis, investment banking, or corporate finance).
• Strong attention to detail and analytical mindset – comfortable with spreadsheets, financial statements, and data verification.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills (for emailing sellers and writing reports).
• Ability to work full‑time in our Dubai Production City office and meet tight deadlines (DD typically completed in 7‑10 days per deal).
• Curiosity about e‑commerce operations and business models.

Nice‑to‑haves

• Familiarity with Shopify, Google Ads, Meta Ads, or e‑commerce platforms.

What We Offer

• Hands‑on experience in private equity due diligence – you will work on live acquisitions, not theoretical exercises.
• Training in our proprietary AI DD tools, financial reconstruction methods, and risk assessment frameworks.
• Performance bonus for each due diligence file you complete that leads to a successful acquisition.
• Path to full‑time employment – top performers will be offered a paid Junior DD Associate role after 3 months (base salary + per‑deal bonus).
• Direct mentorship from the Head of Investments and exposure to the full acquisition lifecycle.

How to Apply