Venture Capital Senior Analyst

he business to identify key investment focus areas and priorities to focus investment and business development efforts as well as coordinate the interaction between Allstate and investment portfolio companies. Externally, the team works with venture capital firms, incubators/accelerators, universities, entrepreneurs, and other third parties to identify technologies, capabilities, companies, and management teams that help us to strategically grow and transform our business.

This role will contribute to the Strategic Ventures team by providing continuous support to senior team members ranging from start-up and industry research to in-depth due diligence and building a VC network with peers. The Senior Analyst will be expected to demonstrate strong project and time management skills, critical thinking skills, ability to learn fast and keen focus on details

Key Responsibilities

• Leads screening processes to vet deals through strategic, financial and investment value considerations and provide recommendations

• Performs in-depth company and market assessments and due diligence that would cover a review of the target company's management team, company financials, proposal's market potential, company governance and structure, etc.

• Builds comprehensive financial models for individual start-ups as well as venture capital portfolio as a whole

• Prepares Investment Memos and Presentations for the Investment Committee

• Provides support and critical input when working closely with the internal business units

• Develops strong and wide networks within the VC community, accelerators, universities and research centers in North America and Europe

• Works closely with portfolio companies to ensure start-ups are well positioned to succeed within Allstate

• Works with senior team members to develop exit recommendations for Investment Committee review

• Contributes to developing SV's strategic plan and direction

Education

• 4 year Bachelors Degree (Preferred)

Experience

• 3 or more years of experience (Preferred)

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This job does not have supervisory duties.

Functional Skills

• Familiarity with the start-up environment

• Team first attitude and a commitment to work in a highly collaborative environment

• Possess critical thinking skills and keen focus on details

• Demonstrable experience in performing qualitative and quantitative analysis in tight timeframes and simultaneously juggling multiple workstreams

• High level of proficiency in Excel, Word and PowerPoint

• Strong written and oral communication skills

• Must be ethical and honest, possess high integrity and be trustworthy

Education & Experience (in lieu)

• In lieu of the above education requirements, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Skills
Capital Market Analysis, Capital Structure Analysis, Critical Thinking, Financial Modeling, Investment Banking, Strategic Thinking, Venture Analysis

Compensation
Compensation offered for this role is $90,000.00 - 131,250.00 annually and is based on experience and qualifications.
The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation.

Joining our team isn't just a job - it's an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. And one where you can impact the future for the greater good.

You'll do all this in a flexible environment that embraces connection and belonging. And with the recognition of several inclusivity and diversity awards, we've proven that Allstate empowers everyone to lead, drive change and give back where they work and live.

Good Hands. Greater Together.

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