Location: Montreal, Full-Time In-OfficeValnet is seeking a highly analytical and driven Investment Associate to help run the acquisition lifecycle and to manage our internal investments. The ideal candidate must possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and the desire to work in a fast-paced environment. This person will report directly to the Chief Investment Officer and will work closely with our Brands and the rest of the leadership team in regards to future and potential acquisitions.
Responsibilities:- Lead the entire acquisition lifecycle: sound knowledge of the competitive landscape, sourcing, pipeline growth, capital deployment, valuation, negotiating, assisting counsel with purchase agreement drafting, integration/management (operations): with the ultimate objective of driving results in line with IRR expectations.
- Manage our internal investments by leading/co-leading operations with content/business partners and driving operational/financial results as per budgeted expectations.
- Assist investment team's needs with ad hoc requests, i.e. operational and financial modeling/budgeting/tracking/KPIs, while also assisting with special projects/reporting/meetings/presentations, etc.
Other daily tasks include:- KPI tracking: this includes creating and iterating on processes to track financial and operational KPIs such as revenue, cost per article, active sessions, failure rates, EBITDA, etc.
- Modeling: assisting in creating frameworks for operational and financial models, as well as forecasting for the future while also analyzing past data.
- Data analysis tasks: Using tools available (PubInights, GA, etc) to do a deep dive into certain operations or certain areas of operations. Evaluating all data and looking for patterns of behavior that could help inform decisions.
- M&A DD: reconcile financials, compile and evaluate operational data, use data to make informed decisions on forecasting.
Requirements:- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or in a related field.
- MBA or advanced degree is a plus.
- 5-10 years of relevant experience in M&A, investment banking, private equity, VC, or corporate development.
- A strong understanding of financial modeling, valuation techniques and due diligence processes.
- A strong self-motivated learner with strong analytical, negotiation and communication skills.
- An affinity for adtech, media or technology.
Benefits:- Full health insurance plan (including medical, dental, and vision).
- Daily on-site snacks & coffee.
- Fitness subscription reimbursement program.
- Competitive salary.
