Investment Associate

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Sciences and/or Management or Finance from a reputable university. Master’s degree preferred.
• Developing knowledge of core concepts in competitive and market strategy, technology commercialization, intellectual property, financial analysis, investment analysis, valuation, negotiation, due diligence.

Ability to:

• use financial and non-financial skills to analyze problems in a logical manner and recommend solutions with consideration for the long and short-term impact of proposed solutions.
• assimilate the commercial potential of new technologies and identify opportunities and risks, and assess investment opportunities.
• display verbal and written communication skills, clearly articulate and both support and challenge ideas and recommendations.
• utilize relationship skills and proactively engage with peers and start-up company management to resolve issues.
• Proficient with business software applications.
• Typically, at least four years of experience in venture capital, corporate venture capital, corporate development, consulting, investment banking, private equity, start-up leadership or related fields.
• Experience in venture capital or corporate venture capital preferred.
• Experience in energy or industrial sectors preferred.
• International experience desirable.
• Must be able to comprehend and communicate accurately, clearly and concisely in English.

Decision Making and Supervision Received:

Receives general supervision and reports to the AV Senior Investment professional at the office location and performs workstreams with guidance from senior staff.