ADP is hiring a Senior Investment Analyst - Venture Capital
As a part of our Venture Capital team, you will play a critical role in evaluating and managing investment opportunities across our target sectors. You will work closely with the investment team to conduct due diligence, perform market research, and support portfolio companies to drive growth and maximize value.
What you’ll do:
- Conduct comprehensive due diligence on potential investments, including market analysis, competitive landscape assessment, financial modeling, technology evaluation, and team analysis.
- Use financial models and market research to assess the viability and growth potential of companies.
- Support the senior investing team on thesis development and market research for incubation concepts
- Synthesize findings and present investment recommendations to the investment team.
- Support company diligence as needed, including consumer surveys, expert calls, competitive analysis, and market research.
- Manage the deal pipeline, coordinate with the investment team to assess the opportunity, and prepare investment memos.
- To participate in and be asked to contribute to weekly internal meetings in which new investments and portfolio companies are discussed.
- Work with portfolio companies to help drive their success and identify new investment opportunities.
Education:
Bachelor’s in business/finance/economics/engineering or related degree
Experience:
- 1- 2 years of professional experience in analysis roles (e.g. Venture capital, Investment banking, Consulting).
- Analytical Abilities: Must possess strong analytical skills to assess business models, market trends, and financial data. They need to identify key drivers of success and evaluate potential risks.
- Financial Acumen: A solid understanding of financial concepts and valuation methods is crucial. Venture capital analysts should be comfortable building financial models, analyzing financial statements, and conducting investment appraisals.
- Industry Knowledge: Staying informed about the latest trends, technologies, and disruptions within the industries they focus on is vital. Continuous learning, attending industry events, and building a strong network help analysts stay at the forefront of their sectors.
- Communication and Presentation Skills: Effective communication skills are essential. They need to articulate their findings, present investment recommendations, and engage in discussions with the investment team and entrepreneurs.
- Teamwork and Collaboration: Venture capital is a team-oriented field, and analysts must work closely with colleagues, including partners, associates, and other analysts. The ability to collaborate, share insights, and contribute to team discussions is crucial.
Bonus points for these:
- certifications related to investment analysis, portfolio management, private equity and venture capital.
- of HR/Payroll outsourcing concepts.
- an advanced degree is preferred.
Note : This is an individual Contributor role.
Interested candidate, please share your update resume to giridharan.padmanabhan@adp.com.
You will be contacted if your profile getting shortlisted in the screening process.
