Investment Associate - Built World &… at Cerity Partners · San…

Summary: Cerity Partners Ventures is hiring Investment Associates for their Built World and Technology teams. The role involves sourcing venture capital investment opportunities and evaluating business plans, while contributing to the innovation strategies of leading corporations. Responsibilities: - Identify potential start-up investments and source relationships with the company founders - Meet with entrepreneurs and evaluate their business plans and pitches - Track and report on deal flow generated by our team - Research industry sectors, trends, and market dynamics - Assist with due diligence Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree - 1-3 years of relevant work experience - Detail-oriented and self starter who enjoys working in a collegial workplace - Critical thinking skills, including superior research and analytical ability - Positive and flexible attitude - Intellectual curiosity, strong problem-solving skills, and attention to detail - Excellent writing, presentation and verbal communication skills - Ability to build relationships with entrepreneurs, investors, and other stakeholders - Enthusiasm for venture capital, start-ups and entrepreneurship - Willingness to work in a start-up culture Required Skills: Research skills, Analytical ability, Critical thinking Important Skills: Communication skills, Relationship building, Problem-solving Nice-to-Have Skills: Intellectual curiosity, Enthusiasm for venture capital, Detail-oriented, Self-starter, Positive attitude, Flexibility Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance – day 1!, 401(k) savings and investment plan options with 4% match, Flexible PTO policy, Parental Leave, Financial assistance for advanced education and professional designations, Opportunity to give back time to local communities, Commuter benefits