Principal / Partner
Moderne is seeking a Principal/Partner to join the Investments team at Moderne to source and assess new deals, manage portfolio companies including taking board positions, and reporting.
Principal / Partner Key Responsibilities:
Collaborate with Moderne’s Founder and Managing Partner, and Partner, to drive value for Moderne’s Core Fund and portfolio, including:
- Sourcing and Assessing New Deals
The Principal/Partner will assess, source, and lead new deals/investment opportunities for Moderne’s Core Fund. Responsibilities to include:
- Identify high potential investment opportunities by building relationships with VC peers and operating companies
- Build deal pipeline by generating company target lists from thematic research of compelling investment themes
- Conduct comprehensive due diligence including understanding competitive dynamics, market drivers, business models, opportunities and risks
- Vet and build sensitized detailed financial operating and returns models
- Portfolio Company Support
The Principal/Partner will help Moderne’s portfolio companies be successful. Responsibilities to include:
- Work with companies, partners and investors to help grow value of the underlying portfolio and create opportunities for our industry and venture network
- Regularly track portfolio company performance and provide strategic support
- Serve on portfolio company boards and monitor record financial and qualitative performance of portfolio companies on a quarterly basis
- Track fund returns in conjunction with fund administrator
Qualifications and Qualities of an Ideal Candidate:
- 10+ years experience sourcing and evaluating investment opportunities at a top-tier Venture Capital fund or Growth Equity firm
- Proven track record of sourcing, structuring, evaluating, and closing and existing on successful investments
- Meaningful and broad existing connections within the venture capital and early-stage startup ecosystem
- Excellent analytical skills and ability to understand business models
- Exemplary interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills
- Experience working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
- Deep passion for technology, investing, startups, and entrepreneurship
- Chicago-based or willingness to relocate
We are thrilled to continue growing our team of dynamic individuals with diverse backgrounds who enjoy working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. We offer a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience (salary and bonus). Benefits include medical, dental, vision and 401(k).
Fine Print
Candidates must be able to submit verification of his/her legal right to work in the United States, without company sponsorship.
Moderne Ventures is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
