The Growth Strategy and Venture Investment team at Juniper Networks seeks an exceptional professional to help identify and drive the company’s venture investment initiatives and execute on its long-term strategy. As an integral member of the Venture Investment team, the Analyst/Associate will assist the team leaders on industry research, originations, underwriting, and portfolio management.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
- Participate in all aspects of an equity investment transaction including: analysis, modeling, due diligence, documentation, negotiation, legal considerations, and preparation of investment case for investment committee presentations
- Conduct in-depth analyses of investment targets including competitive and market landscape analysis and evaluation of strategic returns
- Proactively work with the management and board of portfolio companies to execute growth and operational improvement strategies in order to maximize value of investments
- Perform financial analyses and modeling
- Conduct in-depth analyses of relevant target markets, business models or technologies
- Over time, the person in this role will take a leadership role in analysis of specific investment opportunities and sectors, and building direct relationships with the venture community
Professional Qualifications
- Strong academic record required; MBA, or demonstrated equivalent; engineering degree a plus
- Demonstrated ability to conduct market analysis and competitive landscaping
- Experience identifying, evaluating and analyzing investment opportunities
- Minimum 3 years of work experience in venture capital, strategy consulting at top tier firm, investment banking or portfolio management
Personal Qualifications
- Outstanding analytical skills, detail-oriented, proactive and self-motivated
- Executive presence, comfortable interacting with senior business leaders
- Team player able to effectively lead virtual, cross-functional teams
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills
- High energy, positive attitude and motivated
- Adaptable and flexible in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
If interested, please apply here.
