Investment Associate, Direct (Toronto)
HarbourVest Partners
Date: 1 day ago
City: Toronto, ON
Contract type: Full time
Job Description Summary
For over forty years, HarbourVest has been home to a committed team of professionals with an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to deliver impactful solutions to our clients and investing partners. As our global firm grows, we continue to add individuals who seek a collaborative, open-door culture that values diversity and innovative thinking.
In our collegial environment that’s marked by low turnover and high energy, you’ll be inspired to grow and thrive. Here, you will be encouraged to build on your strengths and acquire new skills and experiences. We are committed to fostering an environment of inclusion that promotes mutual respect among all employees. Understanding and valuing these differences optimizes the potential of both the individual and the firm.
HarbourVest is an equal opportunity employer.
This position will be a hybrid work arrangement, which translates to a minimum of 3 days per week in the office.
HarbourVest Partners is currently seeking a candidate for an Associate position in its Direct Investment Group in Toronto. As an Associate on the Direct team, you will be at the forefront of evaluating companies with a focus on venture and growth stage technology businesses, engaging actively in sourcing, due diligence and investment management. You will play a key role in our Canadian office and be part of our global investment team. You will be conducting investment analysis, with the opportunity to voice your opinions in investment discussions and be deeply involved in managing our investment portfolio, adding real value to the team. You will have the opportunity to explore a spectrum of industries from Tech to Healthcare, gaining a 360-degree view of the VC and private equity landscape.
The ideal candidate is someone who has:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Experience
2 – 3 years of investment banking, private equity/VC investing, or related consulting experience
For over forty years, HarbourVest has been home to a committed team of professionals with an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to deliver impactful solutions to our clients and investing partners. As our global firm grows, we continue to add individuals who seek a collaborative, open-door culture that values diversity and innovative thinking.
In our collegial environment that’s marked by low turnover and high energy, you’ll be inspired to grow and thrive. Here, you will be encouraged to build on your strengths and acquire new skills and experiences. We are committed to fostering an environment of inclusion that promotes mutual respect among all employees. Understanding and valuing these differences optimizes the potential of both the individual and the firm.
HarbourVest is an equal opportunity employer.
This position will be a hybrid work arrangement, which translates to a minimum of 3 days per week in the office.
HarbourVest Partners is currently seeking a candidate for an Associate position in its Direct Investment Group in Toronto. As an Associate on the Direct team, you will be at the forefront of evaluating companies with a focus on venture and growth stage technology businesses, engaging actively in sourcing, due diligence and investment management. You will play a key role in our Canadian office and be part of our global investment team. You will be conducting investment analysis, with the opportunity to voice your opinions in investment discussions and be deeply involved in managing our investment portfolio, adding real value to the team. You will have the opportunity to explore a spectrum of industries from Tech to Healthcare, gaining a 360-degree view of the VC and private equity landscape.
The ideal candidate is someone who has:
- Go-getter demeanor with a stellar work ethic and charismatic personality.
- Intellectual curiosity, passion for technology and investing.
- Natural leadership and entrepreneurial drive to thrive in a fast and furious work setting.
- Academic inclination in finance, business, or accounting.
- Strong quantitative, analytical and Excel skills.
- Effective communication skills to articulate ideas with clarity.
- Extreme level of maturity and ability to multi-task with little direct supervision.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Experience
2 – 3 years of investment banking, private equity/VC investing, or related consulting experience
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