Are you passionate about science, entrepreneurship, and investing in the next-generation technology? Ajinomoto Group Ventures is now looking for a new member to join our venture team.

Purpose of the role

The Associate is a new position within the expanding Ajinomoto Group Ventures, the corporate venture capital arm of the Ajinomoto Group. This critical role supports all aspects of the investment process including sourcing, diligence, execution, and portfolio management.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 4-7 years of work experience in venture capital, management consulting, or private equity

• A network in the Boston start up eco-system as well as a good understanding of the co-investor landscape

• An MBA, business degree is preferred

• A PhD in material science or healthcare is preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Strong understanding of business fundamentals; ability to identify key questions about a potential investment and gain understanding of products, competitive differentiation, category creation, revenue opportunities, growth stages, management teams, etc.

• Critical thinking: ability to synthesize information into compelling narratives and to discuss pros and cons with intellectual honesty and humility

• Strong technical skills and presentation capabilities, ability to conduct thorough and accurate analyses with speed and use data to pressure test hypotheses

Responsibilities

• Evaluate investment opportunities and conduct due diligence, including, market/customer research, business analysis, financials/modeling, expert calls, memos, etc.

• Identify sectors and/or themes of coverage and originate targeted investment opportunities in that context based on research on markets and companies

• General support of the firm’s investment activities, including participation at management and board meetings, and monitoring and partnering on growth initiatives with portfolio companies

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For further details about the position or to apply, click here: Corporate Venture Capital Associate in Boston | Careers at Corporate Venture Capital

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