Venture Capital - Senior Investment Manager

Our Client is a Crown corporation owned by the Government of Canada. Among their mandates our client actively invests in and supports emerging Canadian technology firms in a wide variety of sectors.Scope of PositionOur client is seeking a professional Senior Investment Manager to be a lead contributor to its Investments Team, with an emphasis on venture capital investing experience. The appropriate individual will have 7 or more years work experience in venture capital and will have extensive skills in originating, executing, managing and exiting investments. The individual will also need to be a mentor to others in the organization, and will work with other business units to help achieve our client's overall business objectives within the context of the Investments program.The position is located in Toronto, Ottawa or Montreal.Functional TasksManaging the valuation process, using the various standard valuation techniques that are commonly used in the industryLead deal teams in all elements of transaction delivery from due diligence to negotiation and closing of documentationPersonal experience/familiarity with Canadian VC networks to originate transactions, manage portfolio companies and identify relevant trends and opportunitiesAct as a senior advisor to deal teams on any or all aspects of transactionsBe a key resource (and mentor, as appropriate) to all the individuals on the Investments TeamAbility to analyze the needs of the client, and understand our client's capabilities, to determine the best financial tool to meet each particular needLiaise with senior management of existing or proposed investmentsHave a background with deep modeling skills. Need to be able to review the work of others, and oversee the development of complex cash flow modelsWork in collaboration with business development and other teams to perform due diligence, obtain necessary approvals and achieve objectivesDemonstrated ability to understand and interpret highly complex termsDemonstrated ability to negotiate with very senior parties (VC partners, and CEOs)Ability to assume Observer (and/or Board seats) on Boards of Directors for portfolio companiesContribute to various reporting requirements for the Investments ProgramHave insights into technology and industry trends and emerging market opportunities - as appropriate, shares findings with Investments team, and management of portfolio companiesNeed a solid understanding of: Board Director and Board Committee functions, Director and Shareholder rights and liabilities, rights as a lender, derivatives, fund investing, insolvency and bankruptcy laws, valuation techniques and mergers, acquisitions and public capital markets.May be requested to be a guest speaker or panel member at certain industry eventsContribute to the evaluation and development of the Investments Program's strategic planKey Performance DeliverablesIn light of the identified responsibilities, the following arespecific deliverablesthat the position is designed to achieve.Specific measures of performance will be discussed and agreed upon with the successful candidate.Competency ProfileThe following competencies listed below define the role ofSenior Investment Manager, InvestmentsRole ExpertiseDemonstrates critical technical or professional knowledge/skills related to the role. Has thorough knowledge of relevant products, services and methods. Expands technical knowledge/skills and keeps up-to-date in own area of expertise.Boundary-SpanningIncorporates information about the organization's structure and protocol into decisions. Attentive to the internal politics and alert to shifting interpersonal dynamics. Establishes the necessary support networks and cross-functional relationships through rapport building. Recognizes, maintains and effectively balances the interests and needs of one's own group with those of the broader organization.Team SkillsHelps to create a sense of team spirit and harmonious relations through cooperation and support. Balances personal goals with those of the team. Fosters collaboration among team members.Industry & Market AwarenessSeeks to anticipate and respond to industry and market changes/challenges by understanding key characteristics, issues and the factors driving them. Aware of competitor's products, services and position.Commercial AcumenApplies appropriate commercial and financial principles. Understands situations in terms of costs, profits, added-value and return on investment. Appreciates the commercial impact of own work on the organization's total expenses and revenues.Information SeekingConsults widely for business or technical advice, probes for facts and obtains information from a wide variety of sources. Differentiates the critical from the irrelevant or trivial.Strategic ApproachDevelops a strategic plan to realize the vision. Revises strategy in light of changing circumstances. Takes a long-term view of organizational success. Works to clarify long term organizational goals. Able to stand back from immediate problems in order to focus on more far reaching ideas.Planning & Objective SettingSystematic in approach to work. Produces action plans in which objectives are defined and steps for achieving them are clearly specified. Plans by breaking down large task into subtasks. Develops plans that anticipate obstacles. Is realistic about time-scales and builds in appropriate checkpoints, milestones and controls in order to ensure that desired results are realized.Preferred Experience / EducationThe following indicates specific industry, academic and functional experience/qualifications that are important to the successful achievement of the identified responsibilities and performance deliverables.7 or more years work experience in venture capital, including origination, execution, management and exit of investmentsDemonstrated experience in having made sound investments in Venture CapitalDemonstrated experience in Tech Investment assessmentDemonstrated deal sourcing and personal Venture Capital networks (Canadian, US and International)Solid Venture Capital financing and structuring expertiseExcellent financial analysis, credit and modeling skillsAbility to travelClear understanding of complex contracts and potential legal implications of clausesEffective negotiation and presentation skills (external and/or internal)Strong collaboration and teamwork skillsStrong communication skills (written and verbal)Broad multiple sector knowledgeSolid knowledge of international business practices and international tradeDemonstrated ability to operate collaboratively in a high performing cultureOperating & Board experienceBilingualism (English and French) is an assetEngineering or Science undergraduate degree is an assetCompetitive base salary and variable plan tied to the qualifications of the successful candidate.

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