Investment Partner

2 days ago


Seattle, Washington, United States Sikla Full time
Job Title: Investment Partner

We are seeking an experienced Investment Partner to join our team at Sikla, a leading corporate venture capital fund. As an Investment Partner, you will play a key role in sourcing, evaluating, and closing deals in the technology sector.

Responsibilities:
  • Define and develop the investment strategy for one or more key thesis areas by performing market research and analysis.
  • Utilize insights from industry experts to evaluate market opportunities, including long-term potential, unfulfilled customer and user needs, market dynamics, and competitive landscape.
  • Drive to completion 2-3 investments (Series A, B) per calendar year; support investing team on additional investments.
  • Use industry connections and generate deal flow by driving sourcing opportunities and nurturing executive relationships within startup and venture ecosystems.
  • Lead and conduct rigorous diligence, including reviewing financial models, building exit analyses, interviewing customers, founders, executive management, analyzing Go-To-Market (GTM) strategy, market sizing, etc.
  • Drive deals to successful conclusion by engaging collaboratively with cross-functional colleagues (legal, finance, treasury).
  • Support portfolio companies' growth by assisting in executive recruitment, fundraising, and guiding the company through the initial building phase (Go-To-Market, Product Business development).
  • Serve as board observer or board director on 3+ M12 portfolio companies.
  • Establish trusted relationships and confidently interact with Microsoft executives, delivering presentations on relevant industry trends, competitive landscapes, etc.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Architecture, or related field AND 6+ years of strategic consulting, investment banking, venture capital, building technology, product management, and/or enterprise entrepreneurial ventures experience.
  • OR Master's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Computer Science, Engineering, Architecture, or related field AND 4+ years of strategic consulting, investment banking, venture capital, building technology, product management, and/or enterprise entrepreneurial ventures experience.
  • OR equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years' experience on a deal team, including sourcing and leading your own investment(s).
  • Experience as a Board Director or Observer at a technology startup.

Why Sikla?

Sikla is a leading corporate venture capital fund that invests in early-stage startups across 6 thesis areas: AI, Cloud Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Developer Tools, B2B SaaS, and Web3 & Gaming. We have a track record of success, having funded over 100 companies, including 15 unicorns and 6 Inclusive Product Owners (IPOs). Our team is passionate about accelerating the future of technology through strategic investments and meaningful partnerships with Microsoft.

What We Offer:

We offer a competitive salary range of $124,800 - $242,600 per year, depending on location. Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates.


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