Associate/ Principal Associate

Stride; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Stride Ventures seeks a venture debt investment professional to work with Partners and the Investment Committee across the full lifecycle—from sourcing deals to structuring and portfolio oversight. You will gain broad exposure to the startup and venture capital ecosystem.

The role emphasizes financial modelling, venture financing structures, and independent execution in a fast-paced environment. Bengaluru-based with global outreach.

Qualifications

• MBA / Master in Finance or CA requirement.
• 3+ years of experience in Venture Capital, Venture Debt, Private Credit or Investment Banking.
• Strong financial modelling and analytical capabilities.
• Familiarity with venture financing structures and the startup ecosystem.
• Ability to independently manage transactions in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Source and originate investment opportunities through ecosystem engagement, VC networks and founder relationships.
• Evaluate and execute investment opportunities across the startup ecosystem.
• Conduct financial analysis, business evaluation and credit underwriting.
• Prepare investment memorandums and present recommendations to internal stakeholders.
• Build and review financial models to assess cash flows, downside protection and return metrics.
• Structure venture debt transactions including loan terms, covenants and financing arrangements.
• Monitor portfolio company performance, liquidity and covenant compliance.
• Engage directly with ecosystem stakeholders.
• Support portfolio risk management, reporting and compliance processes.

Skills

Financial modelling

Venture capital knowledge

Deal origination

Investment banking experience

Independent deal management

Education

MBA / Master in Finance

CA qualification

Job description

Stride Ventures is a leading global venture credit firm that empowers entrepreneurs to scale sustainably through tailored alternative funding solutions. With a presence across India, the GCC, the United Kingdom, and Southeast Asia, we are a trusted growth partner for high-potential companies - combining a rigorous banking lens with deep sector insight.

Backed by institutional capital and managed by experienced ex-bankers, we have committed over $1 billion globally. We are proud signatories of the UN Principles for Responsible Investing (PRI), reflecting our commitment to ethical, sustainable, and impact-aligned practices.

The Role

You will work closely with the Partners and Investment Committee across the full investment lifecycle - from deal sourcing and evaluation to transaction structuring, portfolio management and risk oversight - while gaining broad exposure to the startup and venture capital ecosystem.

What You'll Do

• Source and originate investment opportunities through ecosystem engagement, VC networks and founder relationships
• Evaluate and execute investment opportunities across the startup ecosystem
• Conduct financial analysis, business evaluation and credit underwriting
• Prepare investment memorandums and present recommendations to internal stakeholders
• Build and review financial models to assess cash flows, downside protection and return metrics
• Structure venture debt transactions including loan terms, covenants and financing arrangements
• Monitor portfolio company performance, liquidity and covenant compliance
• Engage directly with ecosystem stakeholders
• Support portfolio risk management, reporting and compliance processes

What We're Looking For

• MBA / Master's in Finance, Economics or Business; or CA qualification
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Venture Capital, Venture Debt, Private Credit or Investment Banking
• Strong financial modelling and analytical capabilities
• Familiarity with venture financing structures and the startup ecosystem
• Ability to independently manage transactions in a fast-paced environment