Venture Capital Job – Growth Investment Associate – B Capital B Capital We empower entrepreneur[...]

POSITION SUMMARY:

B Capital is looking for a pre-MBA Associate who has an incredible drive to assist in the investment process from end-to-end for our Growth Fund team focused on enterprise software. Primary responsibilities will be helping identify new investment opportunities through research-driven sourcing, researching markets and sector trends, evaluating deals, conducting detailed business and financial due diligence, and monitoring and managing portfolio company performance. The individual will work across all various sub-themes within enterprise software – cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, DevOps/Dev tools, AI/ML and application software. The role requires maturity, flexibility, intellectual curiosity, and a proven track record of taking ideas and quickly turning them into action.

BASIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Market research

• Develop market research and investment theses to guide sourcing efforts.
• Source new investment opportunities based on investment themes and research.

Deal screening and evaluation

• Evaluate and assess the viability of investment materials we receive from potential companies.
• Lead key pieces of diligence on investment opportunities and deal processes, including financial modeling.

Building company value

• Deliver high-touch support to our portfolio companies across several value-added initiatives.
• Lead monitoring and managing portfolio company performance.

BASIC JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• 2-4 years of relevant work experience is strongly preferred (e.g., top-tier consulting firm, investment bank, operating experience either at a technology company or venture funded business, or equivalent).
• Experience with detailed financial modeling including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow statements as well as quantitative market research (e.g., valuation comps) required.
• Awareness of the market and a perspective on potential investable market trends.
• Exposure to core venture capital “math” skills (e.g., cap table, returns modeling) and familiarity with standard venture terms and concepts.
• Strong writing and presentation skills, including experience building slides and memo writing.
• Experience with enterprise software and technology deals is preferred.
• Prior VC investing experience is not required, but a plus.
• The role will be based in San Francisco, and you must be willing to relocate or presently based in SF with expectation of Hybrid Work (2 days in SF office).

KEY COMPETENCIES:

The ideal candidate has strong analytical abilities and is intellectually curious – particularly in terms of new and emerging technologies.

• Passion for enterprise software and VC investing.
• Strong analytical skills and intellectual curiosity, especially regarding new technologies.
• Ability to distill complex ideas into clear, concise formats.
• Self-starter with strong time management skills and ability to balance multiple workstreams.
• Entrepreneurial mindset to contribute to new portfolio investments and company growth.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, business judgment and work ethic.

ABOUT B CAPITAL:

B Capital invests globally in extraordinary founders and businesses shaping the future through technology. With more than $7 billion in assets under management and dedicated stage-based funds, the firm focuses on seed to early- and late-stage venture growth investments, primarily in the technology, healthcare and climate sectors. Founded in 2015, B Capital has an integrated, global team across locations in the U.S. and Asia. The firm’s value-add platform, together with the consulting expertise of its strategic partner, The Boston Consulting Group, provides entrepreneurs with the tools and resources to scale quickly and efficiently, expand into new markets and build market-leading businesses. For more information, click here .

B CAPITAL GROUP CORE VALUES:

• Generosity: We’re collaborative and always willing to share our time and knowledge.
• Resilience: We’re persistent and determined to succeed, persevering through challenges and seeing change as an opportunity.
• Open-mindedness: We’re curious and welcoming. Our global perspective and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion make our culture stronger and more innovative.
• Will: We believe in the companies we’ve invested in and we’ll do everything in our power to help them change the world for the better.
• Teamwork: We value our relationships above all. We work hard to build trust and respect with founders, investors, partners and colleagues.
• Humility: We add value by going beyond for founders and LPs. We strive to let our work speak for itself.

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