Investment Manager*in

Investment Manager

Impact Ventures - Amsterdam, Barcelona, Copenhagen, Munich, Prague, or Stockholm (Hybrid)

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Application deadline: 25 November 2024 at 23:59 (CET time)

Who are we?

EIT Urban Mobility is an initiative of the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), a body of the European Union and Europe's largest network for transport innovation in cities.

Our mission is to accelerate change towards a sustainable model of urban mobility and liveable urban spaces. We connect public and private actors and provide them with access to markets, talent, finance and knowledge.

Using cities as living labs, our industry, research and university partners will demonstrate how new technologies can work to solve real problems in real cities by transporting people, goods and waste in smarter ways.

Join our team and be part of the change!

Be part of a team where:

The Investment Manager is part of the pan-European Impact Ventures team and will be based in one of EIT Urban Mobility’s offices (Amsterdam, Barcelona, Copenhagen, Munich, Prague, or Stockholm.)

The Investment Manager reports to the Impact Ventures Director and supports the Impact Ventures team in fulfilling return on investment and impact targets. The primary focus will be to detail, evolve and implement the investment and divestment strategy.

This includes the following tasks:

• Plan, manage and execute EIT Urban Mobility’s investment strategy.
• Conduct market research to understand industry trends and technology use cases.
• Ensure quality sourcing of suitable investment prospects from deal flow, including selection and evaluation criteria based on return on investment and high impact focus.
• Ensure necessary quality of Due Diligence in investment candidates, participate in and drive Due Diligence tasks.
• Perform in-depth financial, technical, and strategic analysis of potential investments.
• Participate in the evaluation and selection of startups for Impact Ventures’ activities.
• Supervise and execute legal agreements to ensure timely execution of investments.
• Develop financial models to assess return on investment of EIT Urban Mobility equity portfolio of start-up assets, from investment to divestment.
• Monitor and report on the financial health and progress of investments.
• Build and maintain relationships with entrepreneurs, co-investors and other stakeholders.
• Plan, manage and execute divestment strategy, including forecasting exit paths of equity portfolio and consolidation of equity assets to align with EIT Urban Mobility’s impact strategy.
• Represent EIT Urban Mobility at industry events and networking opportunities.
• Assist in fundraising efforts and investor relations.

What you will bring along the way:

An ideal candidate will strive to generate positive environmental and social impact in line with EIT Urban Mobility’s mission.

• 5-10 years of working with investments, venture capital or related fields.
• Work experience in fundraising.
• Strong analytical and financial modelling skills..
• Deep understanding of early start-up, scale-up and venture capital processes.
• Track-record in scouting start-ups and working with them from the investor perspective, focusing on increasing the value of the equity stake.
• Documented experience in investing and divesting equity holdings.
• Knowledge of the different financing mechanisms in general, and European venture markets in particular, relevant for start-ups from early stage to scaleups.
• Experience of business models in applicable markets, business segments and technologies covered by EIT Urban Mobility.
• Experience working in a multinational, multi-cultural environment, a European perspective is considered a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Facilitation and advocacy skills. Experience in interaction with senior management level.
• Written and spoken English (C1).

What's in it for you:

• Work in an international environment with a company culture focused on empowerment, thriving and continuous growth.

• Join a creative and diverse team of highly driven individuals that take out-of-the-box thinking to another level.

• Strike the right Work-life balance: On top of the flexible hours and remote working options and facilities, you will be granted 27 days of paid time-off to rest and re-energize.

• A yearly training catalogue to support your career development.

• Work-from-home IT setup (laptop, phone, screen, headsets).

If based in Barcelona:

• A tax benefit powered by Cobee, allowing you to save on your personal income tax.
• A Private health insurance borne by the Company.
• Work in a modern, flexible and collaborative workspace, located in the 22@ area.
• Bike to work and park safely in our premises.

Kindly note that this is a permanent and full-time position.

No relocation expenses are granted.

Application Process:

General Conditions:

By the closing date of this call candidates must:

• be a national of an EU Member State or have a working permit valid to work in Spain;
• enjoy their full rights as citizens;

If you are interested this position, please complete and submit your application before the deadline on our online application platform: BambooHR.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

AT EIT Urban Mobility, we value and celebrate diversity in every aspect of life and believe that everyone deserves an equal chance to succeed.

Here we value your talents, skills and experiences, and do not discriminate on any basis –whether it be disabilities or other special needs, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion or belief, age, language, political affiliation, property, marital status or any other irrelevant factor.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone can feel comfortable and thrive.

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[1] Only qualifications issued by an EU Member State authorities and qualifications recognised as equivalent by the relevant EU Member State authorities will be accepted.