Investment Associate - Technology & Media
At a glance
Junior Investment & Corporate Development role at Ceritypartners. San Francisco · full-time · $100,000–$115,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Find startup investment prospects and develop connections with their founders
- Talk with entrepreneurs to judge their business plans and pitches
- Keep records of the team's deal flow and share updates on its progress
- Study sector trends and market conditions, then support investment due diligence
What you bring
- You hold a bachelor's degree
- You have one to three years of relevant work experience
- You bring strong research and analytical judgment, plus clear writing and presentation skills
Who this fits
This junior associate role suits someone interested in venture capital, startups and entrepreneurship who can build relationships with entrepreneurs, investors and other stakeholders. The position is based in Boston, Chicago or San Francisco, and applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.
From the employer
Position Summary:
Cerity Partners Ventures (CPV) is hiring Investment Associates for our Technology & Media team. Founded as Touchdown Ventures in 2014, CPV pioneered Venture Capital-as-a-Service (VCaaS) for corporations, working with leading brands like Mars, T-Mobile, BEHR, and more. With a team of 50+ investment professionals in Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, Philadelphia, and San Francisco, CPV manages more than 20 corporate venture capital funds.
As an Investment Associate, you will work on a dedicated fund team focused on Technology and/or Media venture opportunities. Investment Associates source venture capital investment opportunities and help impact the innovation strategies at some of the world’s most successful corporations. The Associate role is an exciting and entrepreneurial opportunity to join a growing firm, providing potential for growth and advancement. We are building something special and are seeking candidates who share our vision and excitement.
This position will be based with our team in Boston, Chicago or San Francisco.
Primary Responsibilities
Identify potential start-up investments and source relationships with the company founders
Meet with entrepreneurs and evaluate their business plans and pitches
Track and report on deal flow generated by our team
Research industry sectors, trends, and market dynamics
Assist with due diligence
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree
1-3 years of relevant work experience
Skills and Competencies:
Detail-oriented and self starter who enjoys working in a collegial workplace
Critical thinking skills, including superior research and analytical ability
Positive and flexible attitude
Intellectual curiosity, strong problem-solving skills, and attention to detail
Excellent writing, presentation and verbal communication skills
Ability to build relationships with entrepreneurs, investors, and other stakeholders
Enthusiasm for venture capital, start-ups and entrepreneurship
Willingness to work in a start-up culture
Compensation Range:
$100,000-115,000
Why Cerity Partners:
Our people drive our success by working together to deliver exceptional service to our clients. Below is a glimpse of the key elements of our total rewards package:
Health, dental, and vision insurance – day 1!
401(k) savings and investment plan options with 4% match
Flexible PTO policy
Parental Leave
Financial assistance for advanced education and professional designations
Opportunity to give back time to local communities
Commuter benefits
Cerity Partners is committed to providing an environment where all individuals can be their authentic selves. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who respects each individual and supports the diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences of our colleagues. We are dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
Cerity Partners is committed to working with and providing accommodations to applicants with disabilities or special needs. For those needing accommodations, please reach out to careers@ceritypartners.com. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.