Overview
BDMI is looking for a dedicated, resourceful VC Analyst to join our venture capital team in New York as part of our 2-year analyst program. The Analyst will focus on sourcing and evaluating new deals, supporting due diligence, working with our existing portfolio companies, and analyzing new technologies. The ideal candidate is savvy about digital media/consumer internet/software and the startup community with excellent critical thinking, financial and analytical skills.
BDMI is one of the corporate venture capital arms of Bertelsmann. Bertelsmann is a media, services, and education company that operates in about 50 countries around the world. It includes the entertainment group RTL Group, the trade book publisher Penguin Random House, the music company BMG, the service provider Arvato Group, Bertelsmann Marketing Services, the Bertelsmann Education Group, and Bertelsmann Investments, an international network of funds. The company has 165,000 employees worldwide and generated revenues of €20.2 billion in the 2022 financial year.
For this role, venture capital experience is a plus, but not required. We will provide weekly sessions focused on deeper dives into various aspects of investing, due diligence, and analysis.
This role is not partner-track, but our 2-year analyst program is designed to provide education and practical training in venture capital to help prepare you for your next role at a startup company, media company, or another VC firm.
Role and Responsibilities
- Analysis of market and technology trends
- Research, identify, and source new deal flow
- Due diligence on new investments including market research, competitive analysis, and financial modeling
- Preparing presentations and investment memos
- Supporting/preparing documentation for financial reporting and external audits
- Consulting/supporting portfolio companies
- Assist the investment team as needed
Qualification and Education Requirements
- BA/BS/MS in Finance, Economics, Data Science, Engineering, Computer Science or Business preferred
- Relevant work experience (1-2 years), preferably from TMT investment banking.
- Familiar with the Internet and digital media ecosystems as businesses and evolving platforms, either from work experience or personal interest
- Passionate about technology and digital innovation
- Strong finance and financial modeling skills
- Motivated self-starter with ability to work well in an unstructured environment
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well in a small team
- Strong critical thinking and analytical skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Additional Notes
- This role requires being in the office at least 3 days per week so living within commuting distance of Manhattan is required.
- A cover letter is required
BDMI is a financially driven corporate venture investor that draws upon Bertelsmann’s global reach to provide not only capital, but also access to their network of businesses within Bertelsmann and across the broader media and tech industries. We are an active investor with over 85 startups in our current portfolio. BDMI is currently focused on the categories of next gen media, AI, Web3, enterprise SaaS and fintech. www.bdmifund.com
Company: Bertelsmann, Inc.
Country: United States of America
State/Region: New York
City: New York
Postal Code: 10019
Job ID: 261543
Salary range: $80,000.00 – $100,000.00
Date: Jun 22, 2023
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