Ventures Analyst

Plug and Play Tech Center; Catania; In loco; EUR 32.000 - 50.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A global venture capital firm seeks a Venture Analyst in Catania, Italy. The role involves sourcing startups, assessing their potential for investment, and managing relationships with corporate partners. Ideal candidates should have a STEM background, experience with startups or infrastructure projects, and fluency in Italian and English. This position comes with opportunities for innovative collaborations in the infrastructure sector.

Competenze

• Fluency in both Italian and English (minimum level C1).
• 1-3 years in venture capital or startup ecosystem.
• Experience with startups or infrastructure-related projects preferred.

Mansioni

• Sourcing startups and managing the accelerator deal flow process.
• Analyzing market trends to identify promising startups.
• Managing the investment process end-to-end.

Conoscenze

Strong communication skills

Detail-oriented

Analytical skills

Formazione

Bachelor's in STEM related field

Master's in relevant engineering field

Descrizione del lavoro

Plug and Play Tech Center is one of the world’s most active VCs, investing in more than 250 startups per year, and the largest open innovation platform, bringing together the best startups with the world's leading corporations to foster meaningful connections that drive innovation globally.

Present in over 60 locations worldwide, Plug and Play operates more than 20 industry-specific programs annually, boasts a proprietary database with over 80,000 startups, and collaborates with 550+ corporate partners. Our extensive network includes leading companies such as Visa, UniCredit, Mercedes-Benz, UnipolSai, Roche, Pfizer, Walmart, Coca-Cola, Adidas, and many others.

Our mission is to extend the entrepreneurial culture of Silicon Valley to every corner of the world. In Italy, we launched in 2019 and our offices are in Milan, Turin, Modena. Soon, we’ll be landing in Southern Italy, with the launch of a new office in

• with the ambition to create the primary Startup Accelerator and Innovation Hub in Italy and beyond focused on the
• infrastructure
• sector.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for a Venture Analyst, who will be the main interface with the Innovation divisions of our corporate partners, scouting promising startups, assessing their potential for investment, and fostering unique opportunities for them and the corporate partners. You will follow Plug and Play’s proven model to ensure successful collaborations.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

As a Venture Analyst, you will play a critical role in:

• Sourcing startups and managing the accelerator deal flow process:
• Research and analyze the market and industry trends to identify the best early-stage companies, within the Infrastructure sector and beyond, in Italy and abroad.
• Assist the senior team in evaluating startups from various sources.
• Manage the investment process end-to-end: from the execution of accurate due diligence and investment recommendations, to the effective negotiation of term sheets and contracts with startups.
• Support accelerator initiatives and engagement with pitch events, dealflow sessions, and meetups.
• Create meaningful and positive relationships with the startups involved in the program.
• Monitor startups to seize and analyze opportunities for follow-on investments.
• Manage relationships with other co-investors with a proactive and collaborative approach.
• Build trusted relationships with corporate partners, understanding their technology needs and innovation challenges.
• Introduce the most innovative startups to corporate partners, guide corporate executives through the startup evaluation process, and collaborate with them in the provision of different services.

Supporting the wider Plug and Play Italy team:

• Help the team to organize the main events, both in the run-up preparation and during the day.
• Assist the senior team in their various activities.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• STEM background, preferably in construction / civil engineering, energy engineering, industrial engineering, environmental engineering, or related fields.
• Experience working with startups, leveraging innovative technologies, or in infrastructure-related projects is preferred.
• Fluency in both Italian and English (minimum level C1).

Additional Qualifications (considered as a plus)

• Master’s Degree in relevant engineering fields.
• Technical knowledge of relevant technology and market trends, especially related to Green Energy, Infrastructure Monitoring, Energy Engineering, Construction, etc.
• Knowledge of Venture Capital and startup accelerators.

Professional Experience :

• 1-3 years in venture capital or startup ecosystem, with knowledge of cap tables, financing, term sheets, and growth metrics.
• or 1-3 years in the infrastructure sector, especially with involvement in innovative industrial projects.

Soft Skills :

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, including with C-suite executives and VC partners.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent analytical and interpersonal skills.

Others

• Willingness to relocate and work in Southern Italy.
• Passion for venture capital, startups, and emerging technologies, especially in infrastructure.
• International work or study experience is a plus.