Principal / Ventures Partner at a Ventures Capital Firm – The People Practice


The People Practice

The People Practice – Our client, a Ventures Capital firm, is recruiting suitable candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Principal / Ventures Partner

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

 Job Description

  • We are looking to hire a Principal/Ventures Partner who will be responsible for optimizing accounting processes and enhancing investor outreach efforts in collaboration with our Investor Relations team.
  • Your responsibilities will include identifying and analyzing investment opportunities, conducting due diligence, and maintaining key investor relationships within a dynamic and growing VC firm.
  • This role offers the potential for professional development and growth, competitive compensation, and advancement to a Partner role.
  • Upon advancing to Partner, you will participate in investment committee meetings, contribute to fund strategy development, and mentor junior team members, all while working in a collaborative and supportive team environment.

Responsibilities

  • Deal Sourcing: Identify potential investment opportunities aligned with our thesis and strategy.
  • Due Diligence: Conduct thorough due diligence on potential investment opportunities market research, financial analysis, and team evaluation.
  • Investment Analysis: Analyze investment opportunities, create models, and present to the committee.
  • Portfolio Support: Provide strategic and operational support to portfolio companies and connecting them with relevant networks
  • Investor Relations: Build and Maintain relationships with key investors like LPs and institutions.
  • Fundraising: Assist infundraising efforts including preparing materials, pitching to LPs and supporting fundraising efforts.

Qualifications

  • Master’s Degree in Finance or a related field (e.g. MSc Finance, MSF, etc.)
  • Must have 6-8 years of experience in private market equity transactions, with a focus on private equity, venture capital, or angel investment
  • Professional certification such as CFA, CAIA or progress towards obtaining the charter is an added advantage
  • Experience in managing a portfolio of different asset classes or investment banking experience will be considered
  • Financial modeling and valuation experience is essential
  • Knowledge of Nigerian market and regulatory environment
  • Proven track record of success in deal origination, execution, and portfolio management
  • Strong network and relationships within the private equity and venture capital community

Must have skills:

  • Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Strong business acumen and commercial awareness

Application Closing Date
21st September, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online