Investment Analyst

The Global Talent Co.; Johannesburg; Remote; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering U.S.-based investment firm as an Investment Analyst, where you will play a crucial role in the investment decision-making process. This position involves sourcing and evaluating investment opportunities while collaborating with a dynamic team focused on innovation and high-impact strategies. Work remotely from South Africa and contribute to shaping the future of global investments.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of professional experience in finance (investment analysis, private equity, venture capital).
• Proven ability to communicate effectively and present to executive stakeholders.
• Self-starter with a founder's mindset.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and present high-quality investment opportunities through due diligence.
• Maintain a proprietary intelligence database of target companies.
• Identify hidden champions in the tech landscape.

Skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Investment Analyst

Full-time (40 hrs per week), Remote (South Africa)

The Global Talent Co. is a leading community for the top 5% remote marketing talent. We match great talent with some of the US and Europe's most promising and attractive technology companies.

At The Global Talent Co., we provide opportunities to work with leading innovative technology companies worldwide, offering stable employment, competitive compensation, career growth, and access to a community of 25k+ like-minded marketing professionals.

About the Company you’ll be working with:

Join a pioneering U.S.-based investment firm at the forefront of growth-stage venture capital. The company operates a discreet, invite-only equity fund, uniting a curated community of unicorn founders and elite business angels with a shared vision for long-term impact. With SEC-registered funds and a mission to amplify the legacies of today’s brightest minds, the firm offers a dynamic, high-caliber environment that values initiative, precision, and excellence. This is a unique opportunity to work in a mission-driven team committed to shaping the future of global innovation.About the Role:

As an Investment Analyst, you will become the analytical cornerstone of the company’s investment decision-making process. Your role will span sourcing, evaluating, and monitoring cutting-edge investment opportunities while supporting the firm’s high-stakes admission board. Working in a lean, agile team, you'll be deeply involved in portfolio analytics, intelligence gathering, and strategic execution. This is a critical position for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-trust environment and is passionate about the venture capital space

Responsibilities:

• Analyze and present high-quality investment opportunities through deep due diligence on company performance, operations, and risk.

• Maintain and update a proprietary intelligence database of target companies and shareholders.

• Identify under-the-radar “hidden champions” in the tech and startup landscape to feed the investment pipeline.

• Track and assess performance metrics of current portfolio companies.

• Collaborate with the analytics team to manage valuation updates and monitoring processes.

• Support the admission board with strategic insights and board-level presentations.

Requirements:

• At least 3 years of professional experience in finance, such as investment analysis, private equity, venture capital, or corporate finance.

• Proven ability to communicate effectively and present to executive or board-level stakeholders

• Strong research and analytical skills with a meticulous approach to data and insight generation.

• Self-starter with a founder’s mindset, capable of independent decision-making and high ownership.

• Cross-functional or operational experience in a startup or scale-up environment is a strong plus.

• Passion for innovation, with a desire to work on mission-critical tasks that shape long-term value.

• Excellent organisational skills and a structured mindset with high attention to detail

• Ability to work aligned to British Standard Time working hours

This role is ideal for someone looking to break into the international startup ecosystem and venture capital landscape. If you’re energised by big missions, bold ideas, and a no-passenger mindset, this could be your ticket to an extraordinary career journey

Join our team and be part of a collaborative and innovative environment where your skills and expertise will make a real impact. We offer competitive compensation, professional development opportunities, and a supportive team culture. Apply now and take the next step in your career!

At The Global Talent Co., our mission is to bridge the gap between leading global tech companies and amazing global talent. We believe everyone deserves equal access to opportunities, regardless of the country they are born in.