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USD 130000-160000/yr

Venture Capital Analyst

United StatesUnited States·Chicagomid
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Quick Summary

Key Responsibilities

Manage pipeline of inbound leads from co-investors, entrepreneurs, and DRW employees and generate outbound opportunities through industry research, conferences,

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What We Offer

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Learn from entrepreneurial colleagues that have been leading innovation in technology and financial markets for 25+ years
Play a critical role within an established platform, leveraging DRW’s position as a major market participant and technology innovator to find compelling opportunities and add value to portfolio companies
Solidify core investing skills with countless opportunities to grow responsibilities

Responsibilities

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  • Sourcing: Manage pipeline of inbound leads from co-investors, entrepreneurs, and DRW employees and generate outbound opportunities through industry research, conferences, and networking
  • Diligence: Prepare and present investment memos and pitch decks for new and follow-on investments based on fundamental analysis and market research
  • Financial Analysis: Prepare valuations for current and pipeline opportunities including DCF, public and private comparables and transaction analysis
  • Deal Structuring: Assist with deal structuring and the evaluation of term sheets
  • Value Creation: Support portfolio company management teams to develop corporate strategy, evaluate M&A opportunities, assess new business lines, and other projects as needed
  • Portfolio Monitoring: Monitor current investments and portfolio performance via regular valuations, cap table and waterfall analysis and tracking company performance
  • Industry Research: Actively read and seek out new information sources to stay abreast of industry trends. Prepare analysis and research work for the group
  • 1 - 4 years of experience in Venture Capital, Growth Equity or Private Equity. Determination of Analyst or Associate level will be based on experience
  • Additional experience in Investment Banking, Consulting, Corporate Strategy or other finance role preferred
  • A Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business or related field
  • Previous exposure to valuation modeling (LBOs, liquidation waterfalls, cap tables, DCF, etc.) and a high level of proficiency in Excel
  • A strong passion for investing and evaluating investment opportunities both quantitatively and qualitatively
  • Limitless curiosity about business models and understanding how companies make money
  • Strong attention to detail
  • A strong sense of urgency and self-motivation
  • An interest in the fintech investment category and in gaining exposure to companies across that landscape including cryptocurrency, trading platforms, data businesses and technology companies
  • Excellent communication and relationship building skills

The annual base salary range for this position is $130,000 to $160,000 depending on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and relevant skill set. The position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition, DRW offers a comprehensive suite of employee benefits including group medical, pharmacy, dental and vision insurance, 401k (with discretionary employer match), short and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance, health savings accounts, and flexible spending accounts.

 

Location & Eligibility

Where is the job
Chicago, United States
On-site at the office
Who can apply
US

Listing Details

Posted
June 12, 2026
First seen
June 12, 2026
Last seen
June 12, 2026

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Venture Capital AnalystUSD 130000-160000