Principal - Investments - Venture Capital

Principal Investments - Venture Capital

Key Responsibilities:

Portfolio Management:

- Strategic Oversight: Actively manage and oversee a portfolio of 20-25 companies, providing strategic direction and operational guidance to ensure they achieve their growth and operational targets.

- KPI Management: Regularly track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) for portfolio companies, making data-driven decisions to support their growth.

- Follow-on Rounds: Manage and lead follow-on funding rounds, ensuring portfolio companies are well-prepared for subsequent capital raises.

- Legal Oversight: Oversee and manage shareholder agreements, term sheets, and other legal documents, ensuring a thorough understanding of dilution and valuation adjustments.

Investment Execution:

- Deal Sourcing and Evaluation: Identify and evaluate 12-15 new investment opportunities annually, focusing on sectors such as B2B SaaS, FinTech, and Deeptech.

- Market Research: Conduct in-depth market research and financial analysis to assess the viability of potential investments.

- Deal Structuring: Structure and negotiate deals, aligning them with the fund's strategic objectives and financial criteria.

Fundraising and Investor Relations:

- LP Engagement: Prepare detailed reports for limited partners and engage with current and prospective LPs to build solid relationships and secure future funding.

- Fundraising Efforts: Participate actively in fundraising, develop new pipelines for limited partners, and maintain strong investor relationships.

Team Leadership:

- Mentorship: Lead and mentor junior investment professionals, fostering a high-performance culture within the investment team.

- Efficiency: Ensure that the team operates efficiently and that all members are aligned with the fund's strategic goals.

Qualifications:

Education:

- An MBA in Finance or Chartered Accountancy is mandatory.

- Candidates must demonstrate a solid academic background in financial modeling and investment analysis.

Experience:

- Minimum of 5 years of experience in venture capital or private equity, with significant experience in managing an extensive portfolio and executing numerous investments annually.

- A proven track record in deal sourcing, due diligence, financial analysis, and negotiation is essential.

Skills:

- Numbers-driven: Strong orientation towards numbers, KPIs, and follow-up processes.

- Legal Expertise: Proficiency in understanding and managing shareholder agreements, term sheets, follow-on rounds, and dilution implications.

- Operational Support: Excellent portfolio management and operational support capabilities.

- Multi-Tasking: Ability to manage multiple requests, follow-on rounds, and operational challenges within portfolio companies.

- LP Engagement: Experience in preparing reports and engaging with limited partners, both current and prospective.