Strategy Associate Job at Commerce Ventures, Hayward, CA

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  • Commerce Ventures
  • Hayward, CA

Job Description

Role: Strategy Associate

Location: San Francisco, CA (in-person)

Compensation: Competitive within the VC industry

Start Date: Immediate

ABOUT COMMERCE VENTURES

Founded in 2013, Commerce Ventures was the first venture firm built to invest in the platforms and infrastructure that enable both the digitization of industry incumbents and the creation of new challenger brands across the Commerce Continuum. Since its inception, the firm has invested in over 100 companies, including category leaders such as Bill.com (BILL), Canary, Candex, Forter, FleetOps, Kevel, Kin, Marqeta (MQ), Mudflap, MX, Narvar, Socure, Trove and Vestwell. 

At the core of the firm’s strategy is its ability to leverage a proprietary ecosystem of strategic investors. These investors include nine of the largest US banks, two of the country’s largest retailers, three leading global insurers, and several of the world’s leading payment platforms. Working closely with these partners, the firm has developed dozens of unique thematic analyses, identified hundreds of category-leading innovators, and generated dozens of commercial partnerships.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking an analytically rigorous Strategy Associate to support our thematic research and corporate engagement initiatives. In this role, you will work closely with the investment function and operate as an integral part of our corporate development team. This position offers unique exposure to both emerging technology companies and leading enterprises while developing deep domain expertise in fintech and commerce technology.

Primary responsibilities include:

  • Constructing in-depth analyses on specific investment topics / themes
  • Preparing and delivering presentations to external executive stakeholders
  • Maintaining relationships with corporate partners and supporting regular engagement
  • Supporting day-to-day process across key relationships (incl. KPIs, metrics, etc.)

Secondary responsibilities include:

  • Supporting content and process management across key CRM and CMS platforms
  • Building and maintaining proprietary data assets
  • Assisting investment team in diligence and deal processing
  • Supporting portfolio value creation and business development
  • Collaborating with other team members on firm-wide strategic initiatives

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates should have 2-3 years of work experience in one of the following:

  • Top-tier strategy consulting firm (e.g., McKinsey, Bain, BCG) or equity research team
  • Boutique consulting or advisory firm specialized in financial services or retail
  • Corporate strategy role at a major software, retail, or financial services company

Qualified candidates should also meet the following criteria:

  • Analytical & Execution Skills:
  • Proven track record managing complex research & analytical projects
  • Ability to independently structure end-to-end analyses in powerpoint format
  • Strong attention to detail, including logic, formatting and writing 
  • Proficiency in Excel and and solid understanding of financial analysis
  • Professional Qualities:
  • Self-starter with superior work ethic and uncompromising personal integrity
  • Demonstrated ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial environment with limited supervision (including proactively seeking guidance when needed)
  • Intellectually curious and a habit of continuous learning
  • Excellent interpersonal and networking skills with an ability to develop and maintain effective business relationships
  • Background:
  • Undergraduate degree from a top-tier institution
  • Demonstrated track record of both academic and professional success

Interest and experience in financial services and/or retail is preferred, but not mandatory. 

If you are interested in this role – please email  jobs@commercevc.com with an updated resume and noting “Strategy Associate” in the subject line.

Job Tags

Work experience placement, Immediate start,

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