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Posted 3 days agoVC Associate
Remote
Responsibilities
- Network and take part in industry and VC events, organizations
- Prepare memos and present potential investments to the Investment Committee
- Support deal negotiations and closings
- Analyze latest industry trends and author market research briefings
- Collaborate with Toyota Ventures platform team to support portfolio companies
- Track record of successfully completing projects with minimal guidance
Requirements
- We’ve invested in over 100 companies to date, including AM Batteries, Apex Space, Axiom Math, Bipi (acquired), Blackmore (acquired), Efficient Computer, e-Zinc, Intuition Robotics, Joby Aviation (NYSE: Joby), Natura Resources, Pickle Robot, and Stoke Space.
- Our firm is growing and we are looking for an associate for the Toyota Ventures Frontier Fund(s) to help source and screen innovative companies in areas like AI, advanced materials, automation and robotics, and space tech.
- Along with a degree in a relevant field and a minimum of 4 years of related work experience, we are seeking someone with a strong understanding of deep tech. Hands-on
- experience in a development or product management role related to one of our investment areas is a plus.
- The role also requires excellent written and verbal communication skills, an understanding of industry trends, and a knack for spotting the early stage startups that are defining those trends.
- Experience creating cap tables, digesting financial statements, and preparing investment memos is also important.
- experience in related role; previous
- experience in venture capital or an operational role in a technology company preferred
- Bachelor's degree in business, computer science, engineering or relevant field
- High level of integrity and professionalism, with ability to maintain strict confidentiality
- experience working with Excel and Google Suite
- Ability to work collaboratively with team members
- We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses.
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