Senior Associate, Investment - Technology/AI

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are seeking a highly motivated investment professional to join our investment team. The ideal candidate will have 4-7 years of investment experience in Technology/AI investment, with a strong background in areas such as AI infrastructure/applications, deep tech/enterprise services software. This role requires a strategic thinker with a keen eye for identifying promising investment opportunities and a track record of successful deal execution.

Location: San Francisco, CA

BASIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identify and evaluate investment opportunities in startups from technical and commercial aspects
• Conduct thorough due diligence, including market research, financial analysis, and competitive landscape assessment.
• Develop and present investment recommendations to the senior leadership team.
• Manage and monitor portfolio investments, providing strategic guidance to portfolio companies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with entrepreneurs, industry experts, and co-investors.
• To inform investment decisions, stay updated with industry trends, emerging technologies, and market dynamics.
• Participate in negotiations, structuring, and closing of investment deals.

BASIC JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in CS/EE/AI or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 4-7 years of experience in investment, with a focus on Tech/AI/deep tech/enterprise services software.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in financial modeling and valuation.
• Demonstrated ability to source, evaluate, and execute investment opportunities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong network within the technology and investment communities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Integrity, humility, strong personal values, work ethic, and maturity
• Flexible team player with the ability to operate within a lean team
• Energetic, driven, and organized self-starter
• Creative and nimble thinker ― capable of developing new ways of thinking about problem/solution/structure and/or investment theme

ABOUT B CAPITAL:

B Capital invests globally in extraordinary founders and businesses shaping the future through technology. With more than $12 billion in assets under management and dedicated stage-based funds, the firm focuses on seed to early- and late-stage venture growth investments, primarily in the technology, healthcare and climate sectors. Founded in 2015, B Capital has an integrated, global team across eight locations in the U.S. and Asia. The firm’s value-add platform, together with the consulting expertise of its strategic partner, The Boston Consulting Group, provides entrepreneurs with the tools and resources to scale quickly and efficiently, expand into new markets and build market-leading businesses. For more information, click here.

B CAPITAL GROUP CORE VALUES:

• Generosity: We’re collaborative and always willing to share our time and knowledge. 
• Resilience: We’re persistent and determined to succeed, persevering through challenges and seeing change as an opportunity.
• Open-mindedness: We’re curious and welcoming. Our global perspective and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion make our culture stronger and more innovative. 
• Will: We believe in the companies we’ve invested in and we’ll do everything in our power to help them change the world for the better.
• Teamwork: We value our relationships above all. We work hard to build trust and respect with founders, investors, partners and colleagues. 
• Humility: We add value by going beyond for founders and LPs. We strive to let our work speak for itself. 

The annual base salary range is $150,000 to $180,000 and will be commensurate with relevant experience.

The salary range applies to California only. The actual salary may be subject to change.