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Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation · 2 weeks ago

Investment Associate, Private Equity & Venture Capital

Palo Alto, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry Level

$160K/yr - $160K/yr

2+ years exp

The Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation is dedicated to fostering significant environmental conservation and scientific discovery. They are seeking an Investment Associate to support the Director of Private Equity by managing a global portfolio of investments and developing strategies to analyze market conditions and investment opportunities.

Non-profit Organization Management

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Work with Director to develop and implement portfolio strategies by analyzing historical returns and investment trends both domestically and abroad, monitoring current market conditions and assessing relative attractiveness of investment opportunities

Work with Director to monitor and manage a world class portfolio of private equity and venture investments through the ongoing evaluation of investment strategies, portfolio holdings and exposures, the drivers of performance, and organizational dynamics

Work with Director to select new investments by identifying high potential managers, participating in due diligence, and conducting detailed performance and portfolio analytics

Lead the preparation of quarterly performance materials and market reviews, presenting findings to the investment team

Monitor absolute and relative monthly and / or quarterly performance of all managers in the portfolio. Track asset allocation levels relative to targets and assist in executing and confirming all cash flows to and from managers

Qualification

Investment analysisPortfolio managementQuantitative skillsFinancial statement analysisExcel modelingPresentation skillsOrganizational skillsInterpersonal skillsSelf-starterAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's degree with a minimum of two years of work experience in investment banking, management consulting, investment management or related fields required

Well-developed quantitative and analytical skills with strong grounding in investment concepts (e.g. capital markets, statistical analyses)

Working knowledge of financial statement accounting and analysis

Advanced Excel modeling skills and familiarity with PowerPoint and other database tools and concepts

Self-starter with the ability to work independently, ask questions and use judgment

Ability to communicate concepts and distill information in an efficient, user-friendly manner especially important

Exceptional organizational skills and proficiency in prioritizing assignments, handling multiple complex assignments, and setting and meeting deadlines with an orientation toward results and resolution

Strong attention to detail

Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills required

Willingness to travel domestically

Two year commitment required