Company Overview: This is a leading venture capital and growth equity firm dedicated to investing in innovative companies across a few different technology subsectors. Their mission is to support visionary entrepreneurs and help them scale their businesses to new heights.
Position Overview: They are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Principal to join their team. Their ideal candidate will have a strong background in venture capital or growth equity, with a proven track record of sourcing and closing deals in their core sectors. This role requires a strategic thinker with deep industry knowledge and a robust network to drive immediate deal flow.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deal Sourcing: Identify and evaluate investment opportunities in tech sectors.
- Due Diligence: Conduct thorough due diligence on potential investments, including market analysis, financial modeling, and risk assessment.
- Relationship Building: Develop and maintain strong relationships with entrepreneurs, industry experts, and other key stakeholders.
- Investment Strategy: Collaborate with the senior leadership team to define and execute the investment strategy.
- Portfolio Management: Provide strategic guidance and support to portfolio companies to drive growth and maximize returns.
- Market Insights: Stay abreast of industry trends, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies to inform investment decisions.
Qualifications:
- Experience: Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in venture capital, growth equity, or a related field, with a focus on fintech, insurtech, proptech, or home services tech.
- Track Record: Demonstrated success in sourcing, evaluating, and closing investment deals.
- Network: Extensive network of industry contacts and a reputation for building strong relationships.
- Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and financial modeling skills.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Education: Bachelor's degree in finance, business, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
