Venture Capital Associate

Venture Capital Associate

Our client, a growing venture platform, is searching for a Venture Capital Associate to join their team. This role is ideal for someone with early professional experience in investment banking, growth equity, or venture capital who is eager to join a fast‑growing platform and deepen their experience investing into VC funds and venture‑backed businesses.

Responsibilities

• Due Diligence:
Conduct in‑depth financial and operational due diligence, including market research, competitive landscape analysis, and business model evaluation both for co‑investment opportunities and venture funds

• Investment Memos:
Prepare and present comprehensive investment memo presentations (in PowerPoint) to the investment committee articulating investment thesis, transaction dynamics, risks, and expected outcomes

• Deal Sourcing & Screening:
Identify and evaluate potential investment opportunities through proactive outreach, market mapping, and founder relationships

• Financial Modeling:
Build and maintain financial models to assess investment opportunities and valuations

• Portfolio Reporting:
Write update reports on funds and portfolio companies quarterly

• Market Research:
Track industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive dynamics across focus verticals

Qualifications

• At least 1‑2 years of professional experience (preferably in investment banking M&A, growth equity, or consulting)

• Strong analytical skills and strong proficiency in Excel‑based financial modeling and Powerpoint

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal

• Ability to think independently, operate in a fast‑paced environment, and manage multiple priorities

• Passion for innovation, startups, and the venture capital ecosystem

San Francisco, CA

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