Enabling Ethical Growth through Finance
BA Business Management graduate from the University of Leeds with hands-on experience in Private Equity, Consulting, and Strategic Operations.
Meet Kaif
I graduated with a BA in Business Management from the University of Leeds, where I spent three years competing in — and winning — business competitions, interning in Private Equity, and leading a university consulting society through a 230% operational scale-up.
I thrive where strategy meets execution: analysing deals, advising clients on revenue streams, and building things that create real value. I co-founded the Business Boys Podcast to explore contemporary business topics, and I am driven by the belief that finance can enable ethical, sustainable growth.
Professional Experience
Private Equity Intern
Endless LLP
Analysed 200+ deals across sectors, sourced M&A leads, and supported due diligence on a £100M+ fund. Gained hands-on exposure to deal structuring, market analysis, and investment committee processes.
Strategy and Operations Director
Leeds University Consulting Society
Scaled operations 230% and led a full organisational turnaround. Launched a new product offering, secured 7+ firm partnerships, and built the infrastructure for the society's long-term growth.
Management Consultant
Leeds Community Consulting
Advised a client on revenue strategy, building a £100K financial forecast and delivering the engagement 15% ahead of schedule. Recognised with a Certificate of Excellence for outstanding contribution.
Achievements
Three competition wins across Private Equity, Strategy, and Sustainability — all during my degree
NorthEdge PE Challenge Winner
Won 1st place out of 125+ students from six universities. Reviewed due diligence material and pitched an investment appraisal for a hypothetical acquisition in the data services sector to NorthEdge’s Investment Committee. Randomly assigned team — diverse expertise was key.
SimVenture Business Competition
1st place in the Leeds Venture Competition hosted by SPARK and SimVenture. Achieved 1500% company value growth to £2.4M+ and 80%+ forecast accuracy across 5 simulated business years. Won a £1,000 cash prize after overcoming setbacks in Round 1 to dominate the final.
LUBS x Co-op Sustainability Challenge
Won 1st place as a first-year team. Conducted field research with Co-op franchise managers and proposed enforceable CSR policies and sustainable practices for the retail franchise model. Balanced competition prep with end-of-semester exams.
Projects & Initiatives
How I Turned Around a Failing Organisation
As Strategy & Operations Executive at LUCS, I inherited a mismanaged society with no funding, no product-market fit, and declining membership. I rebuilt it from the ground up — 333 members, 15 events, 1500% funding growth, and partnerships with BCG, Jane Street, Accenture, and PwC.
Business Boys Bodcast
Co-founded a video podcast discussing strategy, entrepreneurship, and the contemporary business environment. Available on YouTube.
Certificates & Awards
Recognized for outstanding contributions and leadership
Certificate of Outstanding Performance
Leeds University Union
For outstanding work and dedication, going above and beyond this semester for LUU
Certificate of Excellence
Leeds University Consulting Society
In recognition of outstanding contribution to the overall success of the Leeds University Consulting Society
Let's Connect
Interested in discussing Private Equity, Consulting, or Business Strategy? I'm always open to exploring new opportunities and connecting with like-minded professionals.
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