Investment Operations and Governance Advisor

Venture Ontario; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Mentorship programs

Comprehensive compensation andBenefits

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Venture Ontario, the government of Ontario's venture capital investment agency, is hiring an Investment Operations and Governance Advisor. You will draft, manage, and monitor fund-of-funds investment agreements, support financial reporting and capital calls, analyze program performance, and prepare memos and recommendations for senior leadership.

You will coordinate Board logistics and governance activities, and build strong internal and external partnerships.

Job description

Investment Operations and Governance Advisor

Join Venture Ontario where you will help shape the future of Ontario's venture capital ecosystem. Venture Ontario is the venture capital investment agency of the government of Ontario. Venture Ontario was created to promote and develop the venture capital sector in Ontario, to assist high potential technology companies in accessing capital vital to grow and prosper.

About the job

In this role, you will:

• Draft, manage, and monitor venture capital fund of funds investment legal agreements.
• Produce and support venture capital fund financial reporting and capital call activities.
• Analyze venture capital program performance and recommend improvements to meet strategic goals.
• Coordinate Board meeting logistics, meeting materials, and help lead board governance activities.
• Prepare memos, reports, and recommendations for senior leadership.
• Build long lasting partnerships and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.

Specialized Knowledge

• Knowledge of venture capital investment principles, fund structures, investment agreements, capital calls, and can apply performance monitoring measurements.
• Knowledge of program and policy development, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• An understanding of corporate governance practices, including Board administration, governance frameworks, resolutions, and accountability requirements.
• Knowledge of financial analysis and reporting, including budget monitoring, financial statements, performance metrics, and audit processes.
• Knowledge of legislation, compliance requirements, and risk management practices related to investment programs and government operations.

Program Management and Organizational Skills

• Research and analyze venture capital fund performance and program results.
• Evaluate program design options and recommend operational improvements.
• Prepare reports, briefings, and recommendations for senior leadership and the Board.
• Assess risks, governance practices, and compliance requirements to support effective decision-making.

Communication Skills

• Use well-developed verbal and written communication skills to present with and participate on working groups to deliver presentations and to provide briefings to senior leadership and the team.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with diverse stakeholders, including Board members, ministry partners, fund managers, and external organizations.
• Lead consultations and information-sharing discussions to gather input, resolve issues, and support decision-making.
• Negotiates, influences, and fosters consensus among stakeholders with varying interests and priorities.

Research and Financial Management Skills

• Research and analytical skills to gather information to determine business conditions.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to develop innovative solutions to non-routine/unusual situations.
• Financial analysis and budget management skills to monitor expenditures, reporting requirements, and capital call activities.

Don't meet every qualification?

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.

• diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
• accessibility
• Anti-Racism Policy

What we offer

We offer:

• a career that can grow across ministries and job functions
• flexible learning and developmental opportunities, including education and mentorship programs
• a comprehensive compensation and benefits package
• base salary that aligns to market trends with performance-based pay and scheduled salary progression
• tailored work arrangements, including opportunities like flex hours, self-funded leave and more
• a modern, friendly and accessible physical work environment

Additional information:

• 1 English Temporary, duration up to 18 months, 250 Yonge St, Toronto, Toronto Region

Language requirements and assessment: All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.