Pre-MBA VC Newsletter - 06/23/2009

Very interesting jobs available in the downturn for the VC/PE industry.


Date: Jun 24, 2009 5:02 PM
Subject: Pre-MBA VC Newsletter - 06/23/2009
To: yinglantan@stanfordalumni.org


Pre-MBA VC JUNE 24, 2009

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Job# Position Type of Firm Job Location
839-15 Associate (Summer 2010) VC Fund Bay Area (Peninsula)
56960-15 Pre-MBA Associate Secondary Fund New York City
2908-9 Analyst (Healthcare) Venture Capital Fund New York, NY
59250-1 Pre-MBA Associate Endowment/Foundation San Francisco-area
4386-12 Associate VC Fund Bay Area (Peninsula)
2908-8 Analyst (TMT) Venture Capital Fund New York, NY
14420-2 Analyst VC Fund Los Angeles
14371-6 Pre-MBA Associate Fund of PE Funds Boston
4988-4 Analyst VC Fund Boston, MA Area
3949-27 Analysts for Telecoms Technology Firm Telecom Company London, UK
4386-11 Associate VC Fund Washington DC Area
1179-44 Hedge Fund Recruiter Executive Search Company New York

839-15 Associate (Summer 2010), VC Fund, Bay Area (Peninsula) Back to Top Forward this job to a friend
*** No MBA's, please ***
*** This position is for investment banking or strategy consulting analysts who began their current positions in the Summer of 2008. This position is for a Summer 2010 start date. ***

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Associates at our client will be engaged in a wide range of activities including all stages of due diligence, structuring deals and modeling returns. Associates will perform primary and secondary research on core technologies, customers, suppliers, and market dynamics. Deal origination is not a key responsibility of the Associates. Associates will be asked to assist portfolio companies on key strategy and finance mandates, and to assist the firm on internal initiatives such as LP or Investor Relations. Our client's Associate Program has an exceptional track record: all past Associates have been accepted into the MBA programs at GSB or HBS, or both.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:
- By Summer 2010, two years of full time experience from a top tier investment bank or strategy consulting firm
- Practical knowledge of finance (corporate valuation), strong analytical ability and communication skills
- Demonstrable interest in Pan-Pacific investment opportunities, such as academic experience, personal ties to the region, or extensive time spent living or working in the region
- Native or near-native fluency in English
- Enthusiastic, hard working, humble and intellectually curious

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Currently employed at one of five firms: Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, Credit Suisse, McKinsey, or Bain
- For investment banking candidates: TMT, alternative energy or principal investing experience is highly valued
- For strategy consulting candidates: corporate valuation or tech client work is highly valued
- Technical degree in EE or CS, Materials Science or Chemistry, Biology or Biochemistry
- Proficiency in Mandarin or Japanese

CAREER PATH:
This is not a Partner-track position. This is a two year Associate program, after which, most candidates attend graduate school.

COMPENSATION: Market competitive, among early stage venture capital firms

LOCATION: Bay Area (CA)

START DATE: Summer 2010

INTERVIEW PROCESS: If a candidate is ultimately invited to Final Round interviews, he or she must be available for the entire day on which these Final Rounds are scheduled for all candidates, which typically occurs on a workday.
Apply: https://www.glocap.com/ejobsignup.jsp?db=gs&job_id=273522&source=webnews

569... Pre-MBA Associate, Secondary Fund, New York City Back to Top Forward this job to a friend
POSITION:
- Pre-MBA Associate

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:
Our client is a leading special situation private equity firm with over $1.0 billion of capital under management. They manage over 150 investments in various stages from early to mid-stage venture through expansion stage and buyout, and in diverse sectors such as information technology, healthcare, services, industrial and others. The firm's investment strategy is to acquire portfolios (or subsets) of private equity investments from corporations, financial institutions and investment funds and actively manage the investments through strategic advice, board representation and follow-on investments.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Analyze and evaluate new investment opportunities by conducting due diligence, researching industry sectors, interviewing management and preparing financial models;
- Interact with Partners in support of identifying, sourcing and negotiating new investment opportunities;
- Manage the firm's proprietary database of private companies;
- Monitor current developments and the performance of portfolio companies

Associates will work closely with their deal teams (generally two to three professionals) and be engaged in transactions. Associates will have the opportunity to attend trade shows, speak with entrepreneurs and management, and manage portfolio company relationships.

QUALIFICATIONS:
- 2-3 years of experience in investment banking
- Successful candidates must have a proven track record of leadership skills, and have a strong record of academic achievement; preference given to those with a quantitative major in finance, accounting, engineering or mathematics

TIMING:
ASAP or Summer '09

COMPENSATION:
Competitive with market
Apply: https://www.glocap.com/ejobsignup.jsp?db=gs&job_id=272462&source=webnews

2908-9 Analyst (Healthcare), Venture Capital Fund, New York, NY Back to Top Forward this job to a friend
FIRM: Global, private equity firm with more than $1B AUM, investing in expansion stage opportunities in all IT, clean tech and healthcare sectors. The firm has over 40 companies in its US portfolio, which is managed from two offices, one on each coast.

POSITION: The Analyst will be based in New York, and will work exclusively with the healthcare investment team there, reviewing opportunities with mid- to late stage private and public pharmaceutical and medical device companies. Generally speaking, this is an opportunity for someone who has no more than two or three years total business work experience.

In cases where an M.D. or Ph.D. candidate meets the academic and work experience criteria below, such candidates may be considered for the position with a title of "Associate".

The Analyst will be responsible for:

- Conducting all stages of due diligence including financial modeling, market analysis, and conducting primary and secondary research

- Sourcing new investment opportunities through strategic analysis of market sectors and identifying appropriate targets, attending industry events such as conferences, contacting and building relationships with executives, and reviewing business plans

- Supporting existing portfolio company investments through ongoing analysis and review with other investment professionals in the firm

- Collaborating on internal initiatives such as recruiting

REQUIREMENTS:

- Must have at least eighteen months of work experience in strategy consulting or investment banking, focused primarily on healthcare clients in the pharmaceutical or medical device industries.

- Undergraduate degree from a top tier university, with excellent test scores and a strong GPA. A relevant degree such as biology, chemistry, biomedical engineering or pre-med is preferred.

- Excellent financial analysis skills, as typical of a high performing second year investment banking Analyst.

- Ability to work independently and productively, and thrive in a loosely-structured environment.

TENURE: Career track position with strong execution, MBA or other graduate degree not necessarily required for promotion.

COMPENSATION: Market competitive.

START DATE: Within two months.

WORK AUTHORIZATION: Must already be authorized to work in the US.
Apply: https://www.glocap.com/ejobsignup.jsp?db=gs&job_id=269862&source=webnews

59250-1 Pre-MBA Associate, Endowment/Foundation, San Francisco-area Back to Top Forward this job to a friend
POSITION:
Pre-MBA Associate

LOCATION:
San Francisco

CLIENT DESCRIPTION:
Our client is a multi-billion dollar foundation whose assets are invested across a broad range of investment categories that include global public equity and fixed income, along with alternative strategies such as private equity, hedge funds and real assets.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Playing a key supporting role in analyzing new investment opportunities
- Conducting a range of quantitative and qualitative analyses (e.g. strategy assessments, market analyses, financial modeling, company valuations, etc.)
- Analyzing and monitoring the performance of existing investments
- Assisting with the preparation of investment proposals and presentations

QUALIFICATIONS:
- 2-3 years of experience in investment banking or consulting
- Outstanding quantitative skills, including strong Excel skills
- Superior communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively and independently in a world-class investment organization

COMMITMENT:
This is a 2 year commitment only.

TIMING:
Summer 2009 start
Apply: https://www.glocap.com/ejobsignup.jsp?db=gs&job_id=269302&source=webnews

4386-12 Associate, VC Fund, Bay Area (Peninsula) Back to Top Forward this job to a friend
*** No MBA's, please ***
*** This opportunity is primarily for investment banking analysts who started in the summer of 2008. Exceptionally qualified candidates from other candidate pools, e.g., management consultants, third year banking analysts, may also be considered.***

FIRM DESCRIPTION:
One of the oldest venture capital and growth equity firms based in the US, with AUM over $5B. The firm has invested in hundreds of companies in the IT, life sciences and clean tech sectors, and has offices worldwide.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
This global firm is seeking Pre-MBA Associates to join its Silicon Valley office. Associates will work on small teams with senior professionals on all phases of the investment process, in a generalist capacity, on both early stage and growth stage opportunities. Specific responsibilities include:

- Working with Partners to build sector investment plans
- Executing due diligence (including business analysis, industry thesis, competitive landscape, business/pricing model, financial modeling and deal structuring)
- Working in a strategic capacity with the Firm's portfolio companies
- Developing relationships with leading public and private companies

REQUIREMENTS:
- (By summer 2010:) At least two years of full time experience from a top tier investment bank. TMT, M&A, cleantech or principal investing experience is highly valued. Management consultants will be considered only if they are at McKinsey, Bain, BCG or LEK * and * the majority of their cases or engagements have been in PE due diligence or Corp Finance / Corp Valuation.
- Technical degrees such as CS, EE, or Materials Science
- Track record of academic and professional success
- Obvious team player; all eventual references should be able to speak enthusiastically of a candidate's ability to thrive within a team setting
- Passion for emerging technologies

COMPENSATION: Market competitive, among venture capital and growth equity firms

CAREER PATH: This position has a minimum two year commitment, with an opportunity for retention and promotion based on the candidate's performance

START DATE: Summer 2010

LOCATION: Silicon Valley
Apply: https://www.glocap.com/ejobsignup.jsp?db=gs&job_id=264462&source=webnews

2908-8 Analyst (TMT), Venture Capital Fund, New York, NY Back to Top Forward this job to a friend
*** No MBA's, please ***

FIRM:

Large (>$1B AUM), global, VC firm investing in expansion stage opportunities in all IT, clean tech and healthcare sectors. The firm has over 40 companies in its US portfolio, which is managed from two offices, one on the West Coast and one on the East Coast.

DESCRIPTION / RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Analyst will work extensively with investment teams reviewing opportunities across all IT sectors, in a collegial environment where sharp elbows are not allowed. Generally speaking, this is an opportunity for someone who has been out of college for 2-3 years. The Analyst will be based in New York and will generally be responsible for:

- Conducting all stages of due diligence including financial modeling, market analysis, and conducting primary and secondary research

- Sourcing new investment opportunities through strategic analysis of market sectors and identifyng appropriate targets, attending industry events such as conferences, contacting and building relationships with executives, and reviewing business plans

- Supporting existing portfolio company investments through ongoing analysis and review with other investment professionals in the firm

- Collaborating on internal initiatives such as VC industry analysis, marketing and PR, and recruiting

QUALIFICATIONS:

All candidates must have:

- an undergraduate degree from a top tier university, including strong SAT (or ACT scores) and a GPA of at least 3.3

- 1-2 years experience in investment banking, ideally on a TMT team or on a team that has significant deal experience with tech companies.

- strong financial analysis skills, as typical of a high performing second year investment banking Analyst.

- an ability to work independently and productively, and thrive in a loosely-structured environment.

In addition, the ideal candidate will have:

- a personal interest or professional experience with digital media, software, or web services.

START DATE: Immediate (within two months)

TENURE: Career track position with strong execution, MBA or other graduate degree not necessarily required for promotion

COMPENSATION: Market competitive for candidates with 2-3 years of post-college work experience

WORK AUTHORIZATION: Candidates must already be authorized to work in the US
Apply: https://www.glocap.com/ejobsignup.jsp?db=gs&job_id=264162&source=webnews

14420-2 Analyst, VC Fund, Los Angeles Back to Top Forward this job to a friend
*** No MBA's ***

FIRM

Our client is one of the largest VC firms headquartered in the Southern California region. Our client's investment focus is on early stage equity financings of technology-driven companies in sectors such as digital media, clean tech, software and web services.

DESCRIPTION

The Analyst is a junior investment professional whose primary day-to-day responsibilities will be in deal execution and due diligence, but who will also be responsible for sourcing deals through active networking and thoughtful research, and consulting to portfolio companies as needed. The Analyst will be an important member of this relatively small and flat team immediately, contributing meaningfully to discussions with both mid-level and senior investment professionals within the fund.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Analyst is expected to:

- demonstrate a rigorous approach to business due diligence, including the identification of key areas of risk and opportunity, sizing emerging market opportunities and evaluating competition, and assessing the capabilities of management teams
- manage and execute financial due diligence on deals, including modeling and valuation
- source new deals and relationships in a thoughtful manner that furthers the team's investment strategy
- provide assistance as needed to current portfolio companies
- flourish in a relatively unstructured work environment, reporting simultaneously to multiple Partners or Principals

QUALIFICATIONS

All candidates must have:

- at least eighteen months of work experience requiring critical analysis of markets, business models and financial projections, as typically performed in a strategy consulting firm (e.g., private equity due diligence casework), investment banking or equity research, or certain corporate functions such as product management or corporate development
- superior analytical ability as applied to understanding new or emerging markets and technologies
- genuine passion for the entrepreneurial process, and a natural ability to connect with portfolio company founders and other management team members
- professional or personal knowledge of the digital media, clean tech, software, or web services sectors
- a demonstrated ability to be a self starter, to excel professionally with little supervision
- record of exceptional academic performance from a leading undergraduate institution
- ability to present complex ideas and information in simple persuasive form, both written and orally

START DATE

Preference will be given to candidates who can start within two months, although a Summer 2009 start date will be considered on a case-by-case basis

TENURE

As with most Pre-MBA positions in VC or growth equity, the expectation is that the Analyst will contribute to the team for approximately two years, before pursuing either an operational role within a portfolio company or further education

COMPENSATION

Market competitive for candidates with 18-24 months of relevant work experience, including relocation assistance if necessary

WORK AUTHORIZATION

Candidates must already be authorized to work in the US
Apply: https://www.glocap.com/ejobsignup.jsp?db=gs&job_id=261502&source=webnews

14371-6 Pre-MBA Associate, Fund of PE Funds, Boston Back to Top Forward this job to a friend
POSITION:
Pre-MBA Associate

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:
Our client is a private equity advisory firm formed in 1998 that manages large, custom-tailored (dedicated) accounts for major institutional investors. They actively manage $6.0 billion for several large domestic and international clients. Each client program is structured as a customized account where they have discretion over investment decisions within the client's specified area of focus. Our client invests across the full range of private equity funds, both US and international, including venture capital, buyouts and special situations.

The firm is seeking to hire 1-2 Associates who will report directly to the Partners of the firm and work alongside the firm's other Associates. The primary focus of the position is supporting the firm's core fund investment activities.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
On a day-to-day basis, the individual will initially be responsible for screening fund investment opportunities, attending presentations by prospective fund GPs, evaluating the trajectory of unrealized portfolio companies through research and due diligence calls with portfolio CEOs and co-investors, evaluating partnership agreements, monitoring investment performance and undertaking general industry analysis. Specific responsibilities include:

- Assisting the firm's Partners and Principals in obtaining and reviewing fund marketing materials to understand investment strategies and prior investment performance of investment managers.
- Conducting due diligence phone calls and prior fund analysis as part of the investment decision.
- Synthesizing data and communicating findings from the due diligence process to the broader team at Investment Committee meetings.
- Monitoring the performance of a group of funds that are already in the portfolio.
- Analyzing private equity industry trends and changing characteristics in client portfolios and creating presentations for periodic client meetings.

Over time, Associates will be expected to take a leadership role in analysis of specific investment opportunities and will build direct relationships with the fund management teams in the portfolio.

QUALIFICATIONS:
- 2-4 years of relevant work experience (e.g. private equity, management consulting, investment banking, investment management or small company/ entrepreneurial)
- BA from a top tier undergraduate program
- Self-starter and a leader with the ability to motivate others
- He/she should also have strong analytical and communication skills, both oral and written

This is a 2 to 3 year commitment to a pre-MBA position that will provide extensive exposure to the basic skills and networks of the private equity industry. "Graduates" of the Associate program have gone on to complete MBAs at Harvard, Wharton and UC Berkeley.

TIMING: Flexible start-date, Summer '09 at the latest
Apply: https://www.glocap.com/ejobsignup.jsp?db=gs&job_id=258142&source=webnews

4988-4 Analyst, VC Fund, Boston, MA Area Back to Top Forward this job to a friend
*** No MBA's, please ***

COMPANY DESCRIPTION: Our client is an early stage venture capital firm with total AUM between $250M - $500M. The firm has enjoyed multiple successful exits and has successfully raised a new fund within the past year.

The firm's approach to venture investing is highly strategic. Our client employs a proprietary and highly differentiated methodology to seek, invest in and build leading companies in its core markets: software, internet, mobile and media.

POSITION DETAILS: Analysts work alongside other junior and senior investment professionals to support all aspects of investment evaluation and execution including:

- Identifying investment opportunities in various IT sectors, by employing the firm's proprietary methodology

- Conducting due diligence including technology assessment, market research, business model analysis, customer and management reference checks

- Financial modeling, e.g., valuation. Assisting in transaction processes, deal structuring, and deal documentation.

- Participating in and contributing to the firm's investment decisions

- Working with portfolio companies as needed

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated ability to conduct original research and assess technology market opportunities, possess mature thinking and instinctive good business judgment. Analysts will have the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility as they demonstrate capability, including promotion to Associate.

REQUIREMENTS: Candidates for the Analyst role will have demonstrated the ability to rapidly understand and evaluate markets, companies and technologies. Specific requirements include:

- BA or BS from a top-tier undergraduate program with superior academic record. Those with MBA?s will not be considered.

- CS, CE or EE major required.

- One to three years of experience in a top-tier strategy consulting firm with experience in strategic market analysis; similar strategic analysis experience in a comparable position such as industry market research, VC, private equity, equity research, corporate development or corporate strategy will be considered

- Self-starter with the drive and creativity to find information from multiple sources, and a leader with the ability to motivate others within a small, rapidly growing firm

- Ability to build good personal relationships and work closely and credibly with the firm's partners and portfolio companies

COMPENSATION: Competitive with similar VC positions, for those with approximately two years of prior, full time work experience

LOCATION: The Route 128 tech corridor, 30 minutes from downtown Boston and 20 minutes from Cambridge

START DATE: Within two months
Apply: https://www.glocap.com/ejobsignup.jsp?db=gs&job_id=256684&source=webnews

3949-27 Analysts for Telecoms Technology Firm, Telecom Company, London, UK Back to Top Forward this job to a friend
Firm:
Our client is one of the world's leading telephony and communications technology companies, delivering innovative software and hardware products that span traditional and next generation networks, including the move towards IMS. In a period of strong growth they are looking to hire top quality analysts with 0-2 years experience from investment banking or management consulting programmes into their London office.

Requirements:
* 3 A grades at A level (or equivalent)
* 2.1 degree or above from a top quality university, with a degree in:

* Computer Science
* Maths
* Physics
* Engineering
* Natural Sciences
* Classics

* Fluent in English
* Strong communication skills
* Enthusiastic and versatile
* Ideally been in a role involving analysis/problem solving
* Strong interest in technology

Position:
This is a career track position and successful candidates will be given the opportunity to fast-track into managerial roles within the company based on performance. Intensive training is provided in the role and no previous programming experience is required. Candidates will be hired to the London office, but there is opportunity to rotate to the San Francisco or Washington DC offices.

Compensation is highly competitive within the tech industry.
Immediate start.

Apply: https://www.glocap.com/ejobsignup.jsp?db=gs&job_id=250442&source=webnews

4386-11 Associate, VC Fund, Washington DC Area Back to Top Forward this job to a friend
*** No MBA's, please ***

FIRM DESCRIPTION:
One of the oldest venture capital firms based in the US, with AUM over $5B. The firm has invested in hundreds of companies in the IT, life sciences and clean tech sectors, and has offices worldwide.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
The firm is seeking Pre-MBA Associates to join its US East Coast office, located in Washington, DC. Associates will work on small teams with senior professionals on all phases of the investment process, in a generalist capacity. Specific responsibilities include:

- Working with Partners to build sector investment plans
- Executing due diligence (including business analysis, industry thesis, competitive landscape, business/pricing model, financial modeling and deal structuring)
- Working in a strategic capacity with the Firm's portfolio companies
- Developing relationships with leading public and private companies

REQUIREMENTS:
- (By summer 2009:) At least two years of full time experience from a top tier investment bank. TMT, cleantech or principal investing experience is highly valued. Lateral candidates with two years of relevant iBanking experience ** and ** one or two years of direct investing experience at a top quartile VC or Growth Equity firm are welcome to apply. Such lateral candidates should consider that the job will be the same in all material respects for all first year Associates at the firm, regardless of prior work experience.
- Technical degrees such as CS, EE or Materials Science are strongly preferred
- Track record of academic and professional success
- Obvious team player; all eventual references should be able to speak enthusiastically of a candidate's ability to thrive within a team setting
- Passion for emerging technologies

COMPENSATION: Top tier market compensation

CAREER PATH: This position has a minimum two year commitment, with an opportunity for retention and promotion based on the candidate's performance

START DATE: Summer 2009

LOCATION: Washington, DC
Apply: https://www.glocap.com/ejobsignup.jsp?db=gs&job_id=230962&source=webnews

1179-44 Hedge Fund Recruiter, Executive Search Company, New York Back to Top Forward this job to a friend
Glocap Search is an international executive search boutique focused on placing professionals into Private Equity, Hedge Funds, Venture Capital, Asset Management and Investment Banking. Based in NYC, we also have offices in Greenwich, San Francisco, LA, Seattle, Palo Alto, and London.

We are actively seeking to add an additional search professional at the Associate level in our Hedge Fund Practice.

Unlike many other search firms, all search consultants conduct all aspects of the search process including candidate screening/selection, day-to-day interaction with the clients and marketing for new business.

As such the work is varied and dynamic. As an Associate in the Hedge Fund practice, you would work and learn from a seasoned team with a proven record of success.

The work environment is team-oriented and intense but the nature of the search profession is such we are able to maintain a balance between work and personal life while working in a challenging and engaging profession.

To be considered for a position as an Associate within the Hedge Fund Practice at Glocap Search, you need not have prior search firm experience. Instead, the minimum requirements are as follows:

(1) Proven academic success from a top-tier undergraduate institution.

(2) 2-5 years work experience at a bulge bracket investment bank. Sales and Trading backgrounds are encouraged, but any top-tier experience within a bulge bracket investment bank will be considered.

(3) Strong interpersonal skills and charisma.

(4) Strong personal and professional network relative to your peer group

(5) Proven ability to work in a team environment, work hard, handle deadlines and pressure, and possess good judgment.

(6) Self-motivation and a strong entrepreneurial spirit.

(7) Must be a team player.

Compensation is structured to reward initiative, hard work and success. The role offers a true opportunity for career growth in an interesting and ever-changing industry.


Apply: https://www.glocap.com/ejobsignup.jsp?db=gs&job_id=22715&source=webnews
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