Associate, Salesforce Ventures

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Development & Strategy

Job Details

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Salesforce Ventures (SFVC) is looking to hire an associate to join their investment team in San Francisco. SFVC is a global, multi-stage investment firm focused on partnering with the most ambitious enterprise technology companies globally. Founded in 2009, the firm has a $5BN portfolio of 300+ companies and offices in San Francisco, New York, London, and Tokyo. SFVC invests in Series A to IPO enterprise software startups and has a strong track record of success, including companies like Databricks, Wiz, Anthropic, and Snowflake. Associates help manage deal execution and diligence processes and source new investment opportunities, with the ability to make an impact on a fast-growing team.
Primary Responsibilities

• Help lead all aspects of deal execution, including fundamental analysis on company’s operating performance, market diligence and competitive analysis, investment committee materials preparation, etc.
• Source new investment opportunities through cold emails, warm introductions, conferences, and networking
• Actively work and build relationships with portfolio companies post investment through exposing them to the SFVC network, and helping advise on various strategic initiatives including preparation for an upcoming financing round, acquisition, etc.
• Monitor, research, and develop intelligence and investment themes on emerging trends and disruptive companies in the enterprise software and generative AI ecosystems.
• Build and develop your network via relationships with venture capitalists, investment bankers, and entrepreneurs for potential investment opportunities.

It is essential that the individual selected for this position be able to quickly establish rapport, credibility, trust, and respect throughout the organization at all levels, and be viewed as a team player with exceptional communication, analytical, and leadership skills. Intellectual curiosity and true passion for technology impacting enterprises is critical for success in this role.

Professional Experience / Skills Required

• 2-4 years of experience or more, including substantive experience in investment banking, management consulting, startups, private equity, or venture capital firm.
• Strong business judgment and strategic thinking skills.
• An understanding of and demonstrated interest in enterprise technology, generative AI, and emerging business technology trends.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to work well under time pressure and juggle multiple priorities.
• Ability to motivate, collaborate, and work successfully in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail along with organization and follow-through skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally within a dynamic, high growth organization.
• High level of energy, enthusiasm, and commitment to success.
• Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills.

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