Fund Investment Lead

DCG; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the blockchain sector is seeking an experienced investment professional to optimize fund performance and build relationships with investment managers. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in asset allocation and a strong understanding of the digital asset ecosystem.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Company paid health insurance

401K plan

Unlimited PTO

Paid parental leave

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in asset allocation, venture capital, or private equity.
• Expertise in evaluating investment managers' capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with allocators and fund managers.
• Lead comprehensive due diligence processes, including financial analysis.
• Oversee a portfolio of LP investments.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication

Relationship Management

Financial Modeling

Market Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Bachelor's degree in Business

Bachelor's degree in Economics

Job description

Founded in 2015 by CEO Barry Silbert, Digital Currency Group is the most active investor in the blockchain sector with a mission to accelerate the development of a better financial system through the proliferation of digital assets and blockchain technology. Today, DCG sits at the epicenter of the industry, backing more than 200 blockchain-related companies in over 35 countries. DCG also invests directly in digital currencies and other digital assets.

We passionately believe digital currency and blockchain technology will drive global economic and social change. Our unique model enables us to deploy our resources to build over the long term.

What is the Role:

This role sits on our Investments Team and oversees and optimizes the performance of our fund (Limited Partnership) investments, ensuring alignment with the DCG's strategic and financial goals. This individual builds and maintains exceptional relationships with investment managers, optimizing both our financial return and our sharing of knowledge and idea flow. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the market landscape, strong analytical skills, and a proven track record of successful investing and allocating to investment managers (primarily venture funds and liquid token strategies).

What You’ll Be Responsible For:

• Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with allocators and fund managers to foster collaboration and sharing of industry knowledge and deal flow.
• Investment Strategy Development: Collaborate with senior leadership to define and refine fund investment strategies aligned with market trends and firm objectives.
• Deal Sourcing: Proactively identify and source high-potential investment opportunities with new funds through networking, market research, and industry events.
• Due Diligence: Lead comprehensive due diligence processes, including financial analysis, market assessments, and risk evaluations, to inform allocation decisions.
• Portfolio Management: Oversee a portfolio of LP investments, and partner with Investing Team to increase deal flow and allocations to attractive and competitive investments.
• Market Analysis: Stay well-informed of industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive dynamics to inform investment strategies and recommendations.
• Reporting: Prepare detailed investment reports for the Investment Committee, presenting findings and recommendations clearly.

What You’ll Bring:

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field
• 8+ years of experience in asset allocation, venture capital, or private equity, with a focus on digital assets, fintech, or AI for at least 3 years.
• Proven track record of successful asset allocation and investing, demonstrated expertise in evaluating investment managers capabilities.
• Strong analytical skills, with proficiency in financial modeling and valuation techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders.
• Self-motivated and results-driven, with a strong sense of urgency and attention to detail.
• Passion for innovation and a deep understanding of the digital asset ecosystem and financial technology landscape.

Personal Attributes:

• You are a proven collaborator and communicator; you know how to listen and work well with others across disciplines
• Highly organized, detail-oriented and proactive
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects and deliver on-time
• You thrive working in complex environments with many internal and external stakeholders
• You can think outside of the box and come up with creative solutions to solve complex problems
• You set a positive example for others by following high ethical standards
• You are forward-thinking and look beyond immediate tasks to consider long-term, strategic impact; always considering what comes next
• You can easily adjust to new situations, adapt when priorities change and make accommodations as needed to be effective in your role and deliver on goals
• You are intellectually curious and constantly seek knowledge on a consistent basis

What We Offer:

• Inspiring colleagues and an invigorating start-up environment
• Competitive base salary, bonus and incentive compensation
• Company paid health insurance for employee, partner and dependents
• Life insurance, short-term & long-term disability coverage
• 401K plan
• Pre-tax transit and parking program and flexible spending programs for medical and dependent care
• Unlimited PTO / Flexible time off
• Paid parental leave
• New water-front office with world-class perks and amenities

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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