Venture Capital - Senior Associate

The Motley Fool’s venture capital arm Motley Fool Ventures is looking for a Senior Associate with a blend of analytical prowess excellent communication skills and a proactive mindset to work with us for at least six months on an independent contract basis.

***This is a 40-hour per week role and is fully remote but applicants must reside in the US for consideration and preferably in one of the following states: Washington DC Maryland Virginia Texas California Colorado and New York***

Who are we?

We are The Motley Fool a purpose-driven financial information and services firm with more than 30 years of experience focused on making the world smarter happier and richer. But what does that even mean?! It means we’re helping Fools (always with a capital “F”) demystify the world of finance beat the stock market and achieve personal wealth and happiness through our products and services.

The Motley Fool is firmly committed to diversity inclusion and equity. We are a motley group of overachievers that have built a culture of trust founded on Foolishness fun and a commitment to making the world smarter happier and richer. However you identify or whatever winding road has led you to us please don't hesitate to apply if the description above leaves you thinking 'Hey! I could do that!'

What does this team do?

Motley Fool Ventures is an early stage technology-focused venture capital firm powered by The Motley Fool’s investing approach and communities. We manage over $250M across two funds on behalf of over 1000 Foolish investors.

What would you do in this role?

As an Associate or Senior Associate at Motley Fool Ventures you’ll be involved in all aspects of the investment process from sourcing and evaluating new opportunities to managing and advising portfolio companies. This role demands a blend of analytical prowess excellent communication skills and a proactive mindset.

But what does this role actually do?

• Sourcing: Cultivate a network of VCs service providers operators and industry experts to drive deal flow. Represent the firm at events and on calls. Develop investing theses identify potential investments and engage with A LOT of founders (you should be meeting virtually with founders every day).

• Diligence: Provide analytical support to the investing team. Conduct in-depth due diligence including writing detailed sections of investment memos performing reference calls and building and analyzing financial and valuation models.

• Portfolio Management: Track and manage financial performance and key performance indicators (KPIs) of portfolio companies. Build and maintain positive relationships with portfolio company founders and offer value-additive advice and introductions as appropriate.

• Relationship Building: Foster and maintain strong relationships with entrepreneurs co-investors and advisors and act as a brand ambassador for the firm.

What do you need to apply?

• 3-5+ years of work experience in venture capital private equity investment banking big 4 accounting management consulting or a similar field.

• Start-up experience is also welcomed.

• Proficient in financial modeling valuation and advanced spreadsheet use.

• Understanding of accounting and basic VC modeling (e.g. pro forma waterfall). Fluent in business startup and investing terms.

• Self-motivated and able to handle high-pressure situations with minimal supervision.

• Demonstrated ability to think critically and make decisions under pressure.

• A strong work ethic – unfazed by the fast-paced high-stakes world of venture capital.

• Ability to articulate complex concepts in an understandable way whether it's writing speaking or presenting.

• Comfort with flying solo and ability to make a positive impression and represent the firm well on intro calls with founders other investors and beyond

• Team player mentality and zero-drama attitude. We're all Fools here and we believe in collaboration respect and a good sense of humor.

Nice to have:

• A track record of investing is a plus.

• A bachelor’s degree in business finance or a quantitative field (math science engineering) is appreciated but we’re open to all backgrounds.

• An MBA or CFA is a plus but not required.