Investment Associate (1769)

About the Role

This position serves as a vital contributor to the global AV team, focusing on venture capital investing within North America. The role is designed to identify and execute investment opportunities that align with the organization's strategic scope in the energy and industrial sectors. You will work in conjunction with senior personnel to support the full investment lifecycle, from initial deal sourcing to portfolio management and exit strategies.

Day in the Life

Your work will span the entire spectrum of venture capital activities. You will actively develop and maintain networks within the start-up, venture capital, and innovation center communities to source high-quality deal flow. This involves attending conferences, conducting desk research, and leveraging industry trade press to identify promising opportunities.

Once opportunities are identified, you will play a key role in the due diligence process. This includes performing market, competitor, and technology landscaping, as well as IP analysis. You will support the creation of detailed financial models with sensitivities and assist in reviewing data rooms. A significant portion of your time will be dedicated to engaging with investee targets through management interviews and reference calls.

You will also be responsible for drafting investment memoranda and presentations required for various stage-gates, including Sense Checks, Fast Forwards, and reviews by the Management Advisory Committee (MAC), Investment Advisory Committee (IAC), and the AV Guernsey board. In the portfolio management phase, you will support deal leads in technology deployment and commercialization activities, assisting in the development of recommendations for follow-on investments and exits. Depending on the needs of the portfolio, you may also be assigned board observer status for portfolio companies.

Hiring Process

Candidates must be able to comprehend and communicate accurately, clearly, and concisely in English. Please note that third-party candidates are not accepted for this position.