analyst or associate

Firm: Arbor Ventures is a global, multi-stage venture capital firm investing at the intersection of financial services and technology. Founded in 2013, Arbor has built a successful track record of backing companies that are fundamentally changing the way financial services are served, consumed, and managed. We leverage our global vantage point, extensive network, and deep sector expertise to identify key trends and partner with leading entrepreneurs that are building transformational companies across the fintech and commerce industries. Arbor is now investing out of its third fund, which makes early-stage fintech investments globally.

 

At Arbor Ventures, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. Ideal candidates will bring a diverse set of experiences and backgrounds that complements Arbor’s existing team. We welcome

candidates of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives.

Role: We are looking to augment the team with an analyst or associate (technical is a plus). The analyst/associate position is an investment role with the potential to be based in one of Arbor’s global locations. The day-to-day responsibilities will include deal sourcing and evaluating new early-stage investment opportunities, supporting due diligence efforts, drafting investment memos, performing sector deep dives and expanding the Arbor network.

 

 

·      1-4 years of experience in a relevant field (i.e., in a startup, software engineering, consulting or banking)

·      Passion for financial services, fintech and commerce enablement (e.g., working in the space, investing, analyzing, or tracking what is happening, etc.)

·      Globally minded

·      Analytical – Excellent quantitative skills and strong ability to problem solve and think creatively

·      Intellectually Curious – Desire to learn deeply and to go the extra mile

·      Passionate – Highly motivated and hungry to work with startups and in the venture ecosystem

·      Patient – We see hundreds of companies before investing in one

·      Proactive – Self-directed with an ability to prioritize and drive tasks to completion, to synthesize information and to formulate a perspective while taking pride in the overall quality of their work

·      Communication Skills: Ability to form a point of view, communicate clearly in writing and verbally, and to develop a network of relationships with start-ups, founders, investors, and industry leaders

The location of the role will be in one of Arbor’s global offices and may involve some travel. If interested, please submit a resume and paragraph on an area of FinTech innovation that you find exciting.