Metanex
Title: Junior Associate – Alliances and Investments / Corporate Strategy
Location: San Francisco Bay Area
Company Description:
Metanex America is a strategic investment and alliance arm of Metanet, the largest independent IT service provider in Korea. We invest in growth-stage enterprise software startups and forge strategic partnerships that align with Metanet’s long-term vision of enabling digital transformation across industries.
Our investment focus spans infrastructure software, application modernization, vertical SaaS, and cybersecurity. Beyond capital, we offer strategic value by helping startups enter and scale in the APAC region, particularly in the Korean market, through go-to-market support and access to Metanet’s extensive enterprise network.
As an extension of Metanet’s global strategy, we also support the identification and execution of new growth initiatives, ecosystem partnerships, and innovation scouting. The Metanex America team is driven by curiosity, strategic thinking, and a commitment to shaping the future of enterprise technology.
Metanex America: https://www.metanex.com/
Metanet: https://metanetglobal.com/en/
Role Description:
We are seeking a highly motivated and analytical Junior Associate to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional to gain hands-on experience in startup investment, strategic alliances, and corporate strategy. You will work closely with experienced investors and operators and play a key role in driving the success of high-growth startups and the strategic initiatives of Metanet.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct market research and industry analysis to identify emerging trends and investment and partnership opportunities
- Perform due diligence on potential investments, including financial modeling, competitive analysis, and evaluating business models
- Assist in sourcing new investment and alliance opportunities through networking, industry events, and direct outreach
- Contribute to internal strategic planning by preparing industry landscapes, strategic briefings, and opportunity assessments for executive decision-making
- Support the development of strategic initiatives and go-to-market plans for portfolio companies in coordination with internal stakeholders
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field
- 1-3 years of experience in market research, consulting, strategic alliances, investment, or a technology-focused role
- Deep understanding of technology trends and their impact on the enterprise software landscape
- Strong analytical and financial modeling skills
- Skilled in leveraging AI-powered deep research tools with hands-on experience in prompt engineering
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Proactive, self-starter with a passion for startups, technology, and strategy
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented, and globally connected environment
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