Investor- Citi Ventures

Citi; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi Ventures in San Francisco seeks a highly motivated professional to source, diligence and execute AI startup investments, aligning Citi's needs with portfolio technologies and services. You will lead due diligence, build financial models and deal memos, and drive end-to-end investment processes while fostering collaborations across Citi's businesses and functions.

The role reports to a Managing Director, requires 6–10 years in venture investing, a Bachelor's degree, and strong analytical and

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of experience with at least 2 years in venture investing within VC, growth equity or corporate venture.
• Demonstrated passion for Enterprise and Financial Services Technology.
• Self-motivated with autonomous work and initiative.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and collaboration with Citi Ventures and the broader Citi organization.
• Strong analytical and communication skills; able to engage with senior executives.

Responsibilities

• Source, diligence and manage investment opportunities in AI startups.
• Lead comprehensive due diligence processes for prospective investments.
• Develop investment decks, financial models and deal memos.
• Drive end-to-end execution of investment deals within Citi Ventures processes.
• Facilitate growth and partnerships between portfolio startups and Citi units.
• Provide strategic post-investment support in BD, sales, talent, and product strategy.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders on priorities and roadmaps.
• Present on emerging trends and organize knowledge-sharing sessions and workshops.

Skills

Venture investing

Enterprise tech

Financial services

Autonomous work

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Executive communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

The Venture Investing team focuses on identifying and investing in entrepreneurs whose unique approach to core challenges will help define the future of financial services. The team brings together Citi's business needs with portfolio companies' technologies, services and business models to accelerate Citi's ability to evolve in a dynamic marketplace and help portfolio companies scale.

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to (a) source, diligence and execute investments in top-tier Enterprise and Fintech startups, particularly in Artificial Intelligence (b) research and build thought leadership in new areas of strategic importance to financial services and (c) work with Citi's business units and functions to drive partnerships between startups and Citi. This role will report to a Managing Director at Citi Ventures.

Responsibilities

• Proactively identify, source, screen and manage investment opportunities in leading AI startups by conducting targeted research, strategic outreach, and fostering relationships with entrepreneurs and venture capital firms.
• Lead comprehensive due diligence processes for prospective investments.
• Develop investment decks, financial models, and comprehensive deal memos.
• Drive end-to end execution of investment deals within the established Citi Ventures investment process.
• Facilitate growth and commercialization of portfolio startups by orchestrating strategic introductions within Citi's businesses and functions.
• Provide strategic post-investment support to portfolio companies in areas such as business development, sales, talent acquisition, and product strategy.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand priorities and technology roadmaps.
• Develop and deliver presentations on emerging industry trends and organize knowledge-sharing sessions and startup workshops for internal colleagues and select clients.
• Organize and attend venture capital and startup ecosystem events.
• Ensures essential procedures are followed and contributes to defining standards.
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of experience with at least 2 years of experience working in venture investing within a venture capital, growth equity or corporate venture investing firm.
• Demonstrated passion for and deep understanding of Enterprise and Financial Services Technology.
• Self-motivated with a strong capacity for autonomous work and initiative.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset, enabling effective partnership across Citi Ventures and the broader Citi organization.
• Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to articulate well and engage in constructive debate.
• Possesses the maturity and gravitas to engage and collaborate effectively with senior executives and stake holders.
• Proven ability to effectively operate and achieve objectives within a complex, large-scale financial services organization.

Education

• Bachelor's/University degree or equivalent experience, Masters degree preferred

Job Family Group

Product Management and Development

Job Family

Product Management

Time Type

Full time

Primary Location

San Francisco California United States

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range

$129,840.00 - $194,760.00

In addition to salary, Citi's offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

Most Relevant Skills: Please see the requirements listed above.

Other Relevant Skills: For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

Anticipated Posting Close Date: Oct 30, 2026

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