Venture Capital Job – Associate, Growth Venture Fund – BDC

Thestorywatch; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined benefit pension plan

Flexible group insurance plan

Paid vacation and sick days

Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)

Job summary

Thestorywatch in Toronto is seeking an Associate for its Growth Venture Fund. The role includes sourcing investment opportunities, performing due diligence, and contributing to transaction execution.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years in venture capital or related fields, excellent analytical and communication skills, and a collaborative mindset. The position offers a hybrid work schedule and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in venture capital or a related field.
• Proven analytical skills with financial modeling and valuation.
• Strong communication skills in English; French is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Source new investment opportunities in line with fund mandate.
• Perform due diligence on investment opportunities.
• Prepare investment memos for the Investment Committee.

Skills

Financial modeling

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Technology understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, finance, engineering, or related field

MBA or CFA designation

Job description

About the role

Reporting to the Managing Partner, Growth Venture Fund, the Associate will contribute to all aspects of the investment lifecycle including origination, due diligence, transaction execution and portfolio management. The role involves a significant amount of analytical work as well as preparing investment memos for the Investment Committee. You will also participate in board meetings and strategic initiatives with portfolio companies.

BDC Capital’s Growth Venture Fund

BDC Capital’s Growth Venture Fund invests in later-stage, high-growth, innovative Canadian companies that are seeking capital to scale operations, expand product lines, or pursue market expansion. The fund invests between $5M and $20M in companies that demonstrate strong leadership, robust business models, and significant market potential. The fund is sector-agnostic, with a focus on deep tech, health tech, fintech and enterprise software.

What you bring to the role

You are highly collaborative, have a demonstrated passion for technology, and a solid understanding of the VC/PE investment process. You are highly analytical, a strong communicator, results-oriented, well-organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

The challenge of this role is to:

1. Source new investment opportunities in line with fund mandate;
2. Build strong relationships with relevant stakeholders in the Canadian VC ecosystem (other VCs, entrepreneurs, advisors, etc.);
3. Perform financial analysis (including complex financial modeling and valuation);
4. Perform due diligence on investment opportunities, including market, technology, competitive, and management team analysis;
5. Prepare investment memos and presentations to Investment Committee;
6. Participate in transaction structuring and negotiation of terms;
7. Actively monitor portfolio companies performance and industry trends;
8. Support portfolio companies with strategic and operational initiatives.

If you read this, and see yourself as the ideal candidate, please click on “Apply Now”.

Skills and aptitudes

1. Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, engineering, or a related field. Master’s degree (MBA) or CFA designation is an asset.
2. Minimum of 3 years of experience in venture capital, private equity, investment banking, or corporate development, with a focus on technology companies.
3. Demonstrated ability to source, evaluate, and execute complex investment transactions.
4. Strong financial modeling, valuation, and analytical skills.
5. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; French is an asset.
6. Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment.
7. Ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships.
8. Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive and results-oriented approach.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

At BDC, we value equity, diversity and inclusion and are committed to fostering a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to achieve their full potential. We believe that a diverse workforce enriches our perspectives, fuels innovation, and drives our success. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, and persons with disabilities.

A little about us

BDC is a Crown corporation wholly owned by the Government of Canada. Its purpose is to support Canadian entrepreneurship and focus on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). BDC offers financing, advisory services, and capital, with a focus on technology and innovation.

Workplace

Hybrid: Work in our office 2-3 days a week.

Benefits

In addition to our competitive salary, BDC offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

1. A defined benefit pension plan with shared contributions
2. A flexible group insurance plan that provides health, dental and paramedical coverage, disability and life insurance as well as an employee assistance program
3. A health and well-being spending account
4. Paid vacation and sick days
5. A competitive employee referral bonus program
6. An employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
7. Paid volunteer daysFamily support initiatives
8. Professional development, coaching, and mentoring programs
9. An employee recognition program
10. A gym on site (at the Montreal office)
11. BDC will continue to offer flexible work options in 2024 (e.g., hybrid and telework, depending on the role).

Important things to consider

This position is a permanent position.

Next steps

Thank you for your interest. We will contact you if your application is selected for an interview.

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