VC Principal @ Studio Management in New York City, NY

Studio Management; New York (NY); In loco; USD 120.000 - 180.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

VC Stack is seeking a Principal to lead their venture arm, focusing on sourcing and managing investments in disruptive technologies. You will conduct due diligence, manage a diverse portfolio, and foster strategic partnerships to drive innovation and sustainability.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in venture capital, strong analytical abilities, and exceptional networking skills. With 4-8 years of relevant experience and a background in finance, you will thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Competenze

• Proven track record of sourcing and executing deals with demonstrable returns.
• Minimum of 4-8 years of experience in venture capital, with a strong focus on startups.
• Exceptional networking and relationship-building skills.

Mansioni

• Identify and source companies that exhibit disruptive potential.
• Conduct rigorous due diligence on potential investments.
• Oversee and manage a portfolio of private investments.
• Cultivate relationships with family offices and entrepreneurs.

Conoscenze

Deal sourcing

Due diligence

Portfolio management

Strategic partnerships

Analytical skills

Networking

Communication skills

Sustainability focus

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, or Economics

Advanced degree (MBA, CFA)

Descrizione del lavoro

Position Overview

This is a unique opportunity to help grow the venture arm of what has traditionally been a public equities focused family office. As the Principal, you will play a pivotal role in sourcing, evaluating, and managing investments across various industries, with a strong emphasis on disruptive technologies and ventures that align with our long‑term thematic views. You will also lead the effort to build out the team, create processes, develop theses, source opportunities, conduct deal diligence, and execute investments.

Key Responsibilities

• Deal sourcing and evaluation: Identify and source companies that exhibit disruptive potential.
• Due diligence: Conduct rigorous due diligence on potential investments, assessing factors such as market potential, technology differentiation, management team, competitive landscape, and financial viability.
• Portfolio management: Oversee and manage a portfolio of private investments, actively engaging with portfolio companies to enhance strategic and financial value.
• Strategic partnerships: Cultivate and maintain relationships with other family offices, entrepreneurs, industry experts, and other stakeholders to ensure a consistent flow of high‑quality investment opportunities.
• Thematic alignment: Align investment decisions with the firm’s long‑term thematic views, contributing to the growth of ventures that advance human well‑being, sustainability, and innovation.
• Performance monitoring: Continuously monitor and assess the performance of existing investments, making data‑driven decisions to optimize the portfolio’s overall returns.
• Reporting and communication: Provide regular updates and reports to the Partners, effectively communicating investment rationale and performance.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of sourcing and executing deals with demonstrative returns.
• Experience in a structured venture investing environment with process expertise.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field. Advanced degree (MBA, CFA) from a top academic institution is preferred but not required.
• Minimum of 4-8 years of experience in venture capital. Private equity, investment management, investment banking, or consulting with a strong focus on startups is acceptable.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to assess complex investment opportunities, including market trends, technology differentiation, and financial models.
• Exceptional networking and relationship‑building skills to establish partnerships with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and investment peers.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to articulate investment strategies and insights effectively.
• Demonstrated alignment with the firm’s values of sustainability, innovation, and positive societal impact.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic, and collaborative environment.