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  • Temasek

    Associate, Investment (Americas-New York)

    Full Time

    New York

    Skills


    Job Description

    Responsibilities

    •   Taking part in identifying key sectoral developments and assessing investment opportunities

    •   Conducting research and financial analysis on assigned sub-sectors and relevant companies

    •   Develop financial models and presentations for internal evaluation and investment committees

    •   Develop strong sector expertise enabling you to assess a broad range of investment opportunities across late stage VC, growth capital, private equity and public market equities

    •   Build detailed integrated financial models and analyze key commercial, financial and valuation drivers

    •   Produce screening materials for new transactions, market landscaping papers and other investment committee memoranda

    •   Monitor existing investments – keep abreast of developments within the portfolio to inform portfolio decisions

    •   You will develop the ability to engage and connect with various internal and external stakeholders including C-level management of prospective and existing investee companies, external advisors and investment partners

    •   Support project team in ad hoc projects, reporting and administration tasks

    Requirements

    •   Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university required

    •   Around 1-2 years of work experience with a top-tier private equity, investment bank, venture capital, corporate finance, M&A or research firm

    •   Strong analytical insight and financial modelling skills, as well as a strong understanding of financial statements at an intermediate level

    •   A positive can-do attitude with a high degree of intellectual curiosity

    •   Strong communication, interpersonal & teamwork skills

    •   Self-starter with proven ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently

    •   Purpose-driven, motivated individual with strong interest in creating positive impact 


    Salary Range: Base salary of US$120K – US$135K per annum (compensation structure includes various additional incentives payable in April, August and October annually)

    Key Duties:

    • Conduct comprehensive financial and market analyses to identify and evaluate investment opportunities.
    • Collaborate closely with senior investment professionals to execute due diligence on prospective portfolio companies, assessing their strategic and financial potential.
    • Build and maintain complex financial models to support investment decisions and valuations.
    • Source and screen high-potential startups in alignment with the firm’s investment focus areas, including AI, Fintech, SaaS, and Healthcare.
    • Provide ongoing support for portfolio management activities, monitoring performance metrics and preparing detailed reports for internal and external stakeholders.
    • Create investment memos and presentations to facilitate decision-making processes and communicate key findings to partners and investors.
    • Engage with founders, entrepreneurs, and other stakeholders to establish and maintain strong relationships within the startup ecosystem.


    Qualifications:

    • 1-2 years of relevant work experience in venture capital, private equity, investment banking, management consulting, or a related discipline.
    • Demonstrated proficiency in financial modeling, company valuation, and market analysis.
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex datasets and derive actionable insights.
    • Exceptional communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal.
    • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
    • An interest in and understanding of high-growth sectors such as AI, Fintech, SaaS, and Healthcare.
    • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field. Advanced degrees or certifications (e.g., MBA, CFA) are advantageous but not mandatory.
    • Proactive and relationship-oriented mindset, with strong interpersonal skills to engage with diverse stakeholders across geographies.


    Founders Future offers a dynamic and entrepreneurial work environment, providing the selected candidate with the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the firm’s transatlantic expansion. This role is ideal for individuals who possess a strong analytical foundation, a passion for innovation, and the drive to support transformative entrepreneurs in building the next generation of industry-leading companies.

    About the company

    Temasek is a global investment company headquartered in Singapore, with a net portfolio value of S$389 billion (US$288b, €267b, £228b, RMB2.08t) as at 31 March 2024. Marking its unlisted assets to market would provide S$31 billion (US$23b, €21b, £18b, RMB166b) of value uplift and bring its mark to market net portfolio value to S$420 billion (US$311b, €289b, £247b, RMB2.25t).


    Temasek’s Purpose “So Every Generation Prospers” guides it to make a difference for today’s and future generations.


    Operating on commercial principles, Temasek seeks to deliver sustainable returns over the long term. 


    It has 13 offices in 9 countries around the world: Beijing, Hanoi, Mumbai, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Singapore in Asia; and Brussels, London, Mexico City, New York, Paris, San Francisco, and Washington, DC outside Asia.