Investment Analyst (AI)

TL;DR

Investment Analyst (AI/Venture Capital): Identifying and evaluating early-stage AI and technology startups with an accent on market research and due diligence. Focus on building financial models, analyzing business models, and supporting portfolio growth.

Location: On-site in San Francisco, California. Candidates must be based in or willing to relocate to the San Francisco Bay Area.

Salary: $120,000 – $180,000 USD base salary plus bonus

Company

Venture capital firm investing in the next generation of AI and technology companies.

What you will do

• Source and evaluate early-stage startups and build relationships across the startup ecosystem.
• Conduct market research and identify emerging trends in AI and technology.
• Perform due diligence, including business model, team, and competitive analysis.
• Build financial models, market sizing, and investment analyses.
• Prepare investment memos, presentations, and recommendation materials.
• Monitor portfolio company performance and provide strategic research to founders.

Requirements

• 1–4 years of professional experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in financial modeling and data analysis.
• Clear communication skills in writing and presentations.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to the San Francisco Bay Area.
• Genuine interest in AI, technology, and entrepreneurship.

Nice to have

• Experience in venture capital, private equity, investment banking, or consulting.
• Experience working at an early-stage startup.
• Technical background or deep understanding of AI and software products.
• Experience evaluating SaaS or AI businesses.
• Familiarity with CRM platforms such as Affinity or HubSpot.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus structure.
• High level of ownership and responsibility from day one.
• Direct exposure to every stage of the investment process.
• Opportunity to work within a small team with meaningful impact.
• Professional growth opportunities within the firm.