Associate – Technology
Employment type: Full time
Location: Hauser Forum, 3 Charles Babbage Road, Cambridge, CB3 0GT, UK
About Cambridge Innovation Capital
Cambridge Innovation Capital (CIC) is a leading venture investor in Cambridge backing and building category-leading deep tech and life sciences companies. CIC currently manages over £300 million and has invested in 30+ companies. CIC is also a preferred investor for the University of Cambridge, Europe’s top source of founders for venture-backed start-ups. Cambridge Innovation Capital Manager Limited (FRN:918898) is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.
The role
We are looking for an investment associate to join our technology team. You will be reporting directly to a Partner and will be an integral part of the deal team.
Primary responsibilities
- Source and evaluate investment opportunities in Deep Tech- Artificial Intelligence, IoT, Quantum Technologies, and Autonomous Systems
- Conduct technical and market due diligence, and support the investment process
- Develop investment theses in existing and new sectors relevant to the fund
- Support the deal team in preparing investment committee recommendations
- Represent CIC at events and conferences and build relationships with founders and co-investors
- Conduct returns and exit analysis and build cashflow models
- Support and build relationships with portfolio companies
- Portfolio monitoring and reporting
Required qualifications and competencies
- Strong understanding of the deep technology sector and a passion for companies solving complex problems
- 2-3 years experience in venture capital, banking or operating role at a start up
- Strong analytical skills incl. financial analysis and modelling
- Ability to work in an unstructured and fast-paced environment
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Undergraduate degree in science or engineering
- Advanced degree (PhD or MBA) is desirable or equivalent experience
- Start-up experience is a plus
- Proven ability to think differently and to formulate independent views on sectors and technologies of interest
Compensation
- Competitive base salary
- Discretionary bonus
- Employee benefits
How to apply: Please submit your application to PER
