Principal

InforCapital, partnership; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Job summary

Second Sight Ventures seeks a Principal in the New York City metropolitan area for a full-time hybrid role. You will source and evaluate investment opportunities, perform market research and due diligence, and build relationships with entrepreneurs while supporting portfolio companies.

The role requires strong financial modeling, communication, and strategic thinking, with in-person interaction and some work-from-home flexibility.

Qualifications

• Formal education in finance or business is required.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with experience in financial modeling.
• Experience in evaluating and structuring venture investments or similar.
• Proven ability to source and assess high-growth startups.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strategic thinker with collaborative and independent work capability.

Responsibilities

• Source and evaluate investment opportunities in alignment with the firm’s thesis.
• Conduct market research, financial analysis, and due diligence for potential deals.
• Build relationships with entrepreneurs and support portfolio companies.
• Track industry trends and develop investment strategies with the team.
• Communicate findings clearly to partners and contribute to underwriting.

Skills

Market research

Financial analysis

Due diligence

Sourcing startups

Relationship-building

Communication

Strategic thinking

Industry familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Business/Economics

MBA or CFA (plus)

Tools

Financial Modeling

Job description

Second Sight Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm focused on investing in high-growth, disruptive companies at the intersection of culture and innovation. Committed to fostering the next generation of ambitious entrepreneurs, the firm partners with founders developing creative and culturally relevant products and services that shape new consumer behaviors. Founded by experienced venture capitalists Chris Hollod and Patrick Finnegan, along with global fundraiser Jackson Eisenpresser, Second Sight Ventures combines deep industry expertise with a mission to propel visionary ideas forward.

Role Description

This is a full-time hybrid role for a Principal at Second Sight Ventures, based in the New York City Metropolitan Area. The Principal will be responsible for sourcing and evaluating investment opportunities, performing market research and due diligence, building relationships with entrepreneurs, and supporting portfolio companies. The role involves tracking industry trends, analyzing financial models, and collaborating with the internal team to develop investment strategies. Some work-from-home flexibility will be provided, although the role requires regular in-person interaction.

Qualifications

• Experience in venture capital, private equity, investment banking, or a related field
• Strong skills in market research, financial analysis, and due diligence
• Proficiency in building and analyzing financial models
• Ability to source and evaluate high-growth startups
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong problem-solving and strategic thinking abilities
• Familiarity with industries at the intersection of culture and innovation is a plus
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field; advanced degrees or certifications (e.g., MBA, CFA) are a plus
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in both collaborative and independent environments