Senior VC Associate @ In-Q-Tel in Menlo Park, CA

The Senior Associate works closely with other members of the In-Q-Tel Investment Team in networking, sourcing, performing diligence, and making investments. In addition, the Senior Associate contributes to specific market research in targeted technology sectors with an emphasis on delivering high-quality investment theses, presentations, and reports from this research. The Senior Associate has prior VC, entrepreneurial, operational, or startup experience. The ideal candidate brings enthusiasm for In-Q-Tel’s mission, passion for technology startups, strong analytical ability, intellectual curiosity, integrity, and a bias for action.

Benefits Overview:

IQT understands that life is more than just work. We offer a wide variety of benefits designed to support the whole person including but not limited to:

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• 401k Plan
• Unlimited Vacation
• Tuition & Professional Development Assistance
• Student Loan Repayment & College Savings
• Parental Leave
• Family Forming Support
• Child/Elder Care Support
• Gym Stipend
• Wellness Perks
• Telework & Flexible Schedule

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Responsibilities

Deal Sourcing & Relationship Management

• Develop relationships with entrepreneurs, investors, academics, government employees, and other persons to a) generate consistent, high-quality deal flow b) enhance In-Q-Tel subject matter expertise and c) promote the In-Q-Tel brand within the venture ecosystem.
• Synthesize and deliver written assessments on prospective startup investment opportunities
• Build and maintain cross-functional relationships across In-Q-Tel in support of pre and post-investment activities.

Deal Execution & Portfolio Support

• Support senior Investment Team Members in transaction diligence, investment memo preparation, and with other investment-related activities.
• Coordinate the activities of legal, finance, technology, and administrative resources in carrying out deal and research tasks.
• Assist senior Investment Team members in providing support to portfolio companies

Market Research & Thought Leadership

• Work with teams to conduct quantitative and qualitative market research on specific venture-backed tech sectors and related companies. Synthesize research and findings into high-quality investment theses, presentations, and/or reports.
• Maintain general awareness of venture industry and technology market trends, obstacles, and opportunities and communicate insights effectively to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Begin to build expertise in select tech/market areas, including representing In-Q-Tel at industry events or conferences.

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm for the In-Q-Tel mission.
• Passion for emerging technology and the venture capital industry.
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) and Master’s of Business Administration.
• Prior relevant experience in VC, investment, entrepreneurial, operating, strategic, and/or finance roles.
• High-calibre critical thinking, interpersonal, and written/verbal communication skills.
• Highly motivated self-starter, able to work in unstructured environment.
• Ability to quickly research, understand, and synthesize learnings about new technology sectors and companies.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.