Position Summary:
Cerity Partners Ventures (CPV) is hiring Investment Associates for our Built World and Technology teams. Founded as Touchdown Ventures in 2014, CPV pioneered Venture Capital-as-a-Service (VCaaS) for corporations, working with leading brands like Kellogg, T-Mobile, BEHR, and more. With a team of 50+ investment professionals in Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, Philadelphia, and San Francisco, CPV manages more than 20 corporate venture capital funds.
As an Investment Associate, you will work on a dedicated fund team focused on AI, insurance technology, home services, construction technology, building products, and more as part of our larger Built World sector practice. Investment Associates source venture capital investment opportunities and help impact the innovation strategies at some of the world’s most successful corporations. The Associate role is an exciting and entrepreneurial opportunity to join a growing firm, providing potential for growth and advancement. We are building something special and are seeking candidates who share our vision and excitement.
This position will be based with our team in New York or San Francisco.
Primary Responsibilities
Identify potential start-up investments and source relationships with the company founders
Meet with entrepreneurs and evaluate their business plans and pitches
Track and report on deal flow generated by our team
Research industry sectors, trends, and market dynamics
Assist with due diligence
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree
1-3 years of relevant work experience
Skills and Competencies:
Detail-oriented and self starter who enjoys working in a collegial workplace
Critical thinking skills, including superior research and analytical ability
Positive and flexible attitude
Intellectual curiosity, strong problem-solving skills, and attention to detail
Excellent writing, presentation and verbal communication skills
Ability to build relationships with entrepreneurs, investors, and other stakeholders
Enthusiasm for venture capital, start-ups and entrepreneurship
Willingness to work in a start-up culture
Compensation Range:
$100,000-115,000
Why Cerity Partners:
Our people drive our success by working together to deliver exceptional service to our clients. Below is a glimpse of the key elements of our total rewards package:
Health, dental, and vision insurance – day 1!
401(k) savings and investment plan options with 4% match
Flexible PTO policy
Parental Leave
Financial assistance for advanced education and professional designations
Opportunity to give back time to local communities
Commuter benefits
Cerity Partners is committed to providing an environment where all individuals can be their authentic selves. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who respects each individual and supports the diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences of our colleagues. We are dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
Cerity Partners is committed to working with and providing accommodations to applicants with disabilities or special needs. For those needing accommodations, please reach out to [email protected]. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
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