Associate, Growth Equity

$100,000 - $170,000/Yr

Adams Street Partners - Menlo Park, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Menlo Park, CA

11-50 employees

Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities

About the position

The Growth Equity team at Adams Street Partners is seeking an Investment Associate to join their Menlo Park, CA office. This role involves supporting the team in market research, sourcing, and conducting investment diligence specifically in the technology sector. The Investment Associate will play a crucial role in all aspects of investment due diligence and will have the opportunity to develop relationships with leading private companies.

Responsibilities

• Assist the team with all aspects of investment due diligence including business, market, management, competitive, financial/returns modeling, cap table analysis, and legal diligence.
• Conduct extensive market research to provide sector insights and identify potential new investment opportunities.
• Collaborate with the investment team to build and execute sector investment plans.
• Develop relationships with leading private companies by attending conferences and proactively meeting with entrepreneurs and other investors.
• Work on selected internal processes and strategic initiatives.

Requirements

• 2-4 years of experience in technology investment banking, technology consulting, principal investing (mid/late-stage venture capital, growth equity or private equity), or analytical experience at a high growth tech company.
• Self-starter with a strong work ethic, capable of managing projects from start to finish while handling multiple competing deadlines.
• Advanced analytical and quantitative abilities with strong Excel modeling skills.
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and oral, to effectively engage with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to structure and present complex ideas and information in a simple and persuasive manner.
• Demonstrated passion for the technology sector and growth businesses.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $100,000 - $170,000 per year.
• Employee-owned culture fostering collaboration and professional development.
• Recognition as one of Pension & Investments' Best Places to Work in Money Management in 2024.