VC Associate @ Mercurius Media Capital in Redwood City, CA

Mercurius Media Capital (MMC) is a media capital fund and the US’s first independent media for equity fund. This fund strategically deploys the inventory of its media partners into brands with a robust presence in the US, aimed at expediting startup growth.

Media Capital is a proven venture model where growth-stage startups trade equity with media companies in exchange for mass market reach, and expertise. The US media capital market is growing, and Mercurius Media Capital has an early-mover advantage

BCCL Worldwide Inc is the Hiring Entity & We are seeking someone to join the Mercurius Media Capital team.

Job Description*

Investment Associate, Mercurius Media Capital

• Work closely with the Investment Manager to develop overall business development strategies.
• Contribute to all aspects of deal flow: from sourcing, screening and evaluating new investment opportunities to assisting with due diligence, deal execution and closing.
• Qualify potential client partnerships through excellent rapport and a consultative approach.
• Leverage existing network, ongoing network development and online research, and stay current on ventures across geographies to identify new business resources.
• Conduct industry intelligence gathering, including tracking of news, highlights, financing and M&A to build a more data-driven approach to deal flow and portfolio hiring.
• Build and maintain financial projections and valuation models for companies under investment consideration.
• Draft investment memorandum incorporating market research, due diligence outcomes and return analysis and develop customized.
• Actively support the existing portfolio companies.
• Develop customized, client-focused presentations and present to key decision makers.
• Engage the team in a timely manner to ensure consistent, professional outreach efforts.
• Contribute to the overall strategy and direction of the company.

*The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this position. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description and incumbent(s) may be required to perform position-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description.

Job Qualifications

Qualifications Required:

• Master’s degree in business administration, Finance or Marketing preferably MBA
• Previous internships, work or consulting experience in lead generation or business development.
• Previous experience within a venture capital or private equity firm preferred.
• Demonstrated success winning new business.
• A proven track record of meeting/exceeding business objectives.
• Experience working with senior level management.
• Previous experience creating customized, creative presentations (PowerPoint, Keynote) and financial modelling
• Ability to discern applicable business needs and form strategic partnerships.
• Extremely professional, polished, communication style both verbal and written
• Understanding and interest in overall strategic business operations and how all the pieces come together.
• Sense of urgency, initiative and motivation – thrives in an entrepreneurial environment.