Analyst

Hatch Blue is a knowledge-based firm focused on sustainable aquaculture and alternative seafood globally. It comprises four business units: investment management, consulting, startup programs and media. Its 30+ team members work across five offices in Europe, North America and Asia. To date, Hatch Blue has made 60+ investments, venture-built two companies, run six accelerator programs, delivered 13 innovation studios, and completed dozens of highly specialized consulting projects to blue chip clients.

THE HATCH BLUE EARLY STAGE INVESTMENT TEAM

The Early Stage Investment team manages all the accelerator-led investments in the Hatch Blue portfolio. This includes initial investment via our CREST accelerator program, follow-on investments, portfolio management and value creation activity for the portfolio teams (~60).

THE POSITION

The Early Stage Investment Team is now looking for a junior aquaculture analyst to help it manage and expand its portfolio. We seek an individual with a strong background in aquaculture to further compliment the team.

The position is in a high performing, action orientated team, working to help our portfolio achieve a climate-smart, truly sustainable and just seafood transition. The team's values center around knowledge, intellectual honesty, integrity, authenticity, rigor of thought, curiosity, willingness to learn and collaboration. It is fundamental that the candidate embraces this mission and these values to effectively build on Hatch Blue’s success to date.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Source and evaluate investment opportunities;
• Support with investment analysis and due diligence;
• Support portfolio companies – directly working with the portfolio team members and in coordination with other Hatch Blue business units;
• Be an ambassador for Hatch Blue in the aquaculture ecosystem.

REQUIREMENTS

• At least 2-3 years of work experience at a company within the aquaculture sector;
• The ideal candidate would have a scientific academic background with an exceptional academic track record;
• Holds all relevant documents (passport, certifications, etc.)
• Has an interest in and capacity to travel world wide for the role

THE INDIVIDUAL

• Particular interest in and affinity for aquaculture specifically and food systems in general;
• Exceptional intellect – a fast, accurate, logical, critical thinker with a curious mind;
• Proven analytical abilities and great attention to detail;
• Demonstrated high energy and persistence – known for being execution driven;
• Can work under their own guidance
• Has a ‘can do’ and ‘will do’ attitude
• Ability to collaborate, listen, learn and contribute to create a better outcome
• Is kind in their dealings with others and has a sense of humor.

THE OFFER

• Competitive salary in line with industry standards, subject to qualification and experience level
• Opportunity to shape the future of climate-smart and just food systems
• Opportunity to travel to the aquaculture hubs of the world and beyond
• Exceptionally enjoyable working environment: ambitious, supportive and fun
• Insights into all aspects of a VC fund and direct daily interaction with the managers of the fund

JOB INFO & HOW TO APPLY

• Location: Cork
• Start date: March 3rd 2025
• Apply by sending your resume to caitriona@hatch.blue

Hatch Blue is committed to diversity, multiculturalism, and inclusion within the team and within the industry.

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