Investment Partner

3 weeks ago

Seattle, Washington, United States Sikla Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Investment Partner to join our team at M12, Microsoft's corporate venture capital fund. As an Investment Partner, you will play a key role in sourcing, evaluating, and closing deals, as well as working closely with our portfolio companies and Microsoft internal stakeholders to provide strategic guidance and value-added services.

Responsibilities
  • Define Strategy for Investment Thesis and Make Investments
    • Develop and execute investment strategies for key thesis areas, leveraging market research and analysis to identify opportunities.
    • Drive the completion of 2-3 investments per calendar year, with a focus on Series A and B deals.
  • Use Industry Connections and Generate Deal Flow
    • Nurture executive relationships within startup and venture ecosystems to drive deal sourcing and generate high-volume sourcing opportunities.
    • Proactively identify, evaluate, and engage with companies with potential for investment to generate top-tier deals.
  • Deal Diligence
    • Lead and conduct rigorous diligence, including reviewing financial models, building exit analyses, and interviewing customers, founders, and executive management.
    • Create investment deal memos based on extensive research analysis.
  • Support Portfolio Companies and Collaborate with Microsoft Colleagues
    • Contribute to portfolio companies' growth by assisting in executive recruitment, fundraising, and guiding the company through the initial building phase.
    • Serve as a board observer or director on 3+ M12 portfolio companies.
Qualifications

We are looking for a highly experienced and skilled Investment Partner with a strong background in venture capital, investment banking, or a related field. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of market trends, technical and market analysis, and a proven track record of success in deal sourcing, diligence, and investment execution.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Architecture, or related field, with 6+ years of experience in strategic consulting, investment banking, venture capital, building technology, product management, and/or enterprise entrepreneurial ventures.
  • OR Master's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Computer Science, Engineering, Architecture, or related field, with 4+ years of experience in strategic consulting, investment banking, venture capital, building technology, product management, and/or enterprise entrepreneurial ventures.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Architecture, or related field, with 8+ years of experience in strategic consulting, investment banking, venture capital, building technology, product management, and/or enterprise entrepreneurial ventures.
  • OR Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Computer Science, Engineering, Architecture, or related field, with 6+ years of experience in strategic consulting, investment banking, venture capital, building technology, product management, and/or enterprise entrepreneurial ventures.

Additional Requirements:

  • 5+ years of experience on a deal team, including sourcing and leading your own investment(s).
  • Experience as a Board Director or Observer at a technology startup.

What We Offer:

As an Investment Partner at M12, you will have the opportunity to work with a diverse and dynamic team of venture capitalists who share your vision and values. You will also have access to Microsoft's resources, network, and expertise to support your portfolio companies.

How to Apply:

If you are a highly motivated and experienced Investment Partner looking for a new challenge, please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter, to [insert contact information].

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