Investment Professional(Senior Associate ~ Principal)

2 weeks ago


Fremont, United States Smilegate Investment Full time

Investment Professional (Senior Associate ~ Principal)Location: Menlo Park, CA (CANOPY) | Type: Full-time, On-site Who We AreSmilegate Investment US is the newly established North American arm of Smilegate Investment ($1.1B AUM), backed by the global gaming giant Smilegate (CrossFire, Lost Ark). Led by Managing Director Harry Nam (11+ years VC experience, 3 unicorns backed), we are building a high-conviction, U.S.-focused venture platform launching its first fund in 2026. This is a rare opportunity to join as a founding member with meaningful autonomy. About the RoleWe are seeking a proactive Investment Professional to work side-by-side with the Managing Director as a primary supporter and execution partner. In this role, you will not only assist with deal analysis but also jointly navigate the venture ecosystem—attending key meetings and networking events together to build the firm’s presence and deal flow. What You’ll DoActive Deal Origination: Sourcing high-potential startups. Drive outbound sourcing efforts to identify "hidden gems" in the AI and tech sectors.Network & Community Building: Build and maintain a robust network with founders, VCs, and key ecosystem players. Plan and host structured venture ecosystem events to strengthen the firm’s visibility and deal flow.Targeted Analysis (Lean DD): Conduct focused due diligence. Validate key investment merits and critical risks efficiently.Concise Reporting: Support the decision-making process by preparing lean, thesis-driven IC memos. We value actionable insights over administrative paperwork.Cross-Border Bridge: Facilitate smooth communication between the U.S. office and Korea HQ, translating complex market contexts into clear updates. Who You Are[Mandatory]Fluent-level Korean & Native-level English proficiency.U.S. Permanent Residency or Citizenship.Ability to work full-time on-site in Menlo Park, CA.[Preferred (Not Required)]3+ years of professional experience in Venture Capital, Finance, Startups, or Strategy.Familiarity with AI/Tech trends and the Korean corporate ecosystem.[Mindset]You prefer fast, logical verification over creating lengthy meeting notes.Possesses sincerity, passion, and extreme ownership, treating every task—big or small—with dedication and taking full responsibility for outcomes What We OfferBuild the firm’s culture and foundation alongside the MD.Stable Capital/Investment Environment & Accelerated Deal Flow.Direct exposure to top-tier deal making by working closely with an experienced MD.Compensation aligned with the Bay Area market, including carry participation. Interested?Please apply with your resume and a brief introduction (Target Start : March~April 2026)



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