Investment Analyst: Early-Stage Fund (Venture Capital) at Public Investment Corporation

(Ref: INVSTEA001)

Description: 

• The PIC’s Early-Stage Fund finances early-stage businesses that are highly innovative and that have a direct positive impact on the economy and society. Strategic objectives of the Fund include creating new industries, catalyzing early-stage projects, creating jobs, unlocking economic growth and driving transformation whilst generating financial returns. The Fund deploys capital directing and indirectly through other venture capital funds.

Purpose:
Toassist the Fund Principal and Associate Fund Principal in undertaking Investment transactions

Requirements:

•  Bachelor’s degree in commerce (finance, investments, accounting) or equivalent qualification
•  Postgraduate qualification (Hons, Masters, MBA, etc), CFA, CA(SA), CAIA would be advantageous
•  2 - 4 years investment experience. Venture Capital, Private Equity, and Multi-manager experience would be advantageous
•  Knowledge of venture capital market
•  FAIS RE 05 Certificate or must be obtained within 6 months of employment

Duties:

•  Preparation of deal screening and preliminary scoping reports of investment opportunities
•  Assist the team in complying with the requirements of each stage of the investment process
•  Assist the team in planning and coordinating due diligence on potential investment opportunities
•  Assist the team with relevant research and information in structuring and pricing of transactions
•  Assist the team in preparing term sheets
•  Assist the team in the preparation of appraisal reports
•  Assist the team in the implementation and disbursement process
•  Assist the team in the handover of approved transactions to various divisions including portfolio management
•  Assist the team in ongoing monitoring of a portfolio of funds, including review of quarterly reports, valuation, risk management, compliance and reporting

Competencies and skills:

•  Financial analysis and interpretation
•  Financial modeling skills
•  Ability to undertake research
•  Strong analytical skills
•  Strong numerical skills
•  Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills
•  Ability to work effectively under pressure
•  Investment analysis
•  Basic financial modelling skills
•  Planning and organising skills
•  Time management
•  Research and analytical skills
•  Commercial skills
•  Writing and presentation skills
•  Interpersonal and communication skills
•  Problem-solving