Investment Associate

2+ years of professional experience in venture capital, corporate VC, consulting, banking, or engineering
BS in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Electrical Engineering
Master’s Degree is a plus, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Proficiency at sourcing, identifying, and triaging new partnering and investment opportunities
Ability to lead research and new market analysis of technologies and competitive landscapes
Proficient and familiar with using research platforms such as CB Insights, Pitchbook, and etc. handling and processing a large amount of data
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Outstanding communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to a diverse audience
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team

Identify early to late-stage companies and technologies of interest to Samsung
Conduct comprehensive due diligence on potential investments, including market analysis, financial modeling, competitive landscape evaluation, and technical assessment
Source, Qualify, Analyze, Manage and Tracking new investment opportunities
Work closely with our headquarter teams and business units to align investment strategies and objectives
Aid in deal execution, including term sheet negotiation and closing
Initiate special projects and conduct ‘deep dive’ research leveraging different platforms (i.e. Pitchbook, CB Insights, Acuity, AlphaSense, Tegus and etc.)
Be a brand ambassador, enhancing SVA’s visibility and reputation through networking with start-up companies and VC/CVC
Attend conferences, networking events, meet with companies to find emerging areas technology and introduce to SVA and HQ investment managers