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Skip Capital, the private investment fund of Kim Jackson and Scott Farquhar (co-founder of
Atlassian), is looking for a Senior Investment Manager / Principal to join our team, with a focus on Venture Capital.
You will join a team that has invested in some of the most exciting startups in Australia and internationally, including Canva, SafetyCulture, Airwallex, CultureAmp, Figma, 1Password, Gong, Chime and many others. We invest in phenomenal founders and ‘global from day one’ businesses in software and technology, from early through to late-stage growth companies.
As a member of the investment team, you will contribute to identifying, leading and executing end-to-end venture investments as well as supporting both new and existing portfolio companies. You will have the opportunity to work across company stages, from pre-revenue to pre-IPO as well as across a wide range of industries, including SaaS, health, energy, fintech, climate, robotics, and education. You will also have the opportunity to contribute to building out the Skip Venture strategy and operational initiatives.
In this role you will:
* Engage with founders and investment teams across Australian and Global tech markets, as well as filter inbound interest, to source potential investment opportunities
* Lead research and due diligence into new investment thematics and potential investment targets to draw tangible executable investment recommendations
* Conduct legal and commercial investment execution processes
* Sit on company boards and help startups with strategy, objective and goal setting, scenario modelling, go to market, pricing etc.
* Engage with the global and Australian venture community to promote the ongoing success of other investors and entrepreneurs
* Represent Skip Capital in public forums and events
* Contribute ideas and execute on strategy initiatives to develop Skip
In addition, you will on occasion collaborate with our Essential Infrastructure Fund and publicly listed investments across the broader Skip Capital platform on relevant investments. Together with the Essential Infrastructure Fund you may look at renewable energy, the future of health and wellness, recycling and waste, water, food, and data infrastructure.
About you
The following skills and attributes are desirable to be considered for this role:
* A total 6+ years of work experience in a relevant role (venture capital, investment banking, private equity, listed equities analysis, management consultancy, or venture-backed technology company or start-up)
* Demonstrated experience in investing in or analysing technology companies
* Strong technical financial background / training
* Track record working in high output, fast-paced investment environment
* Experience reviewing and analysing business systems and processes, and assisting organisations to develop and execute improved business plans
* Established competency in investing, financial modelling and data analysis
* Leadership experience and confidence representing your organisation
You possess the following qualities:
* Passion for technology, innovation and identifying long-term thematics
* Ability to work self-directed and autonomously
* Desire to work as part of a team
* Love of learning and ability to question external/internal views
* Founder empathy and drive to support our founders in achieving their mission
* Passion for improving business strategy and systems
* Enthusiasm to meet and form relationships with lots of startups, subject experts and other investors
* Clear and concise communication ability
We strongly encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all the criteria. We understand that everyone has different strengths and quick-learners are able to level-up in new areas rapidly.
Next steps:
If you are excited about this opportunity, we look forward to meeting you soon! A cover letter and CV is essential to apply.
In your cover letter, please:
* 1. Speak to your passion for technology and tech investing; and
* 2. In table form, list out the technology transactions (or otherwise) you have participated in, noting the company, stage, size of round and your role in the transaction (Lead/Deal Team/Other)
Please email your CV and cover letter to: careers@skipcapital.com. Please include “Senior Investment Manager / Principal - Venture Capital” in the email subject.
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About Skip
Skip Capital is the private investment fund of Kim Jackson and Scott Farquhar (co-founder of Atlassian). We have a passion for technology and innovation and invest in phenomenal founders and world-class teams.
Skip Capital is a private investment fund and a patient investor with a long-term investment horizon. We are passionate about technology and innovation, and its ability to create a better future. Along with our deep interest in technology and software, we also invest in future-aware infrastructure and companies in areas such as renewables, the future of health and wellness, recycling and waste, water, food, and data infrastructure.
Skip Capital invests across multiple asset classes with investments in venture, infrastructure, and listed equities and in assets that straddle investment classes. We are unconstrained by traditional investment class boundaries. We bring private investment experience into the listed markets and vice versa, and bring networks and expertise between asset classes to make better investment decisions.
We are an equal-opportunity employer. We believe that great ideas are not confined to any group within the population. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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