VC Director @ QIC in Brisbane, Australia

The QIC Private Equity (QPE) team has been at the forefront of global private equity investment since 2005, and currently has A$9.2bn assets under management. Our goal is to capture the full potential of private equity investments, with exposure to funds, co-investments, secondaries and direct equity. With offices in Australia, US and Europe, you will join a team with a global reach that invests in leading private equity and venture capital funds and companies globally.

The Role:

As a key member of our Queensland-focused venture capital team, you’ll be responsible for sourcing and executing direct venture investments in Queensland’s most promising growth and early-stage businesses. You’ll work across a range of exciting opportunities, companies and initiatives in the venture capital space. You’ll collaborate with our global team, share valuable insights and help drive value across the portfolio, as well as contribute to QIC’s broader global objectives.

Relocation Support/Sponsorship: We encourage candidates from all locations to apply! If you’re looking to relocate to Brisbane, we are happy to discuss what relocation support you need to ensure your move is seamless.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead direct deal sourcing, due diligence, execution, and post-investment management for early to growth-stage Queensland businesses.
• Analyse and monitor portfolio companies, working closely with board members to provide actionable insights.
• Conduct in-depth market research and industry analysis to inform investment strategies.
• Assist in the preparation of presentations, pitches, and client materials.
• Engage in market mapping, due diligence, and investment execution across Australian venture funds and co-investments.
• Collaborate with our global team to capture global portfolio insights, thematic research, and identify opportunities to drive investment returns.

About You:

• A business, finance, economics, or commerce degree.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in venture capital investment, particularly in direct early-stage or late-stage venture capital.
• Experience working in or founding a venture backed start up viewed favourably and/or supporting early-stage businesses through advice, board roles or other engagement.
• Expertise in preparing high-quality PowerPoint presentations for research findings, client pitches, or industry data.
• Strong leadership and mentorship abilities, guiding team members to success.
• Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to self-review and ensure accuracy.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• A self-starter who thrives in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

Please note, due to the timing of the year, we will commence interviews in January 2025.