Job Overview
GEM is seeking a senior investment professional to join our Investment Research Group and lead our venture capital secondaries and co-investment practice. This professional will report to the Managing Director of Venture Capital and will play a central role in sourcing, evaluating, and executing secondary transactions and co-investment opportunities across the technology and venture capital landscape.
We are seeking a candidate with 10+ years of experience in venture capital, fund-of-funds, or institutional investing, with deep knowledge of the technology sector and a proven ability to source and underwrite secondaries and co-investments. The ideal candidate is highly self-motivated, analytically rigorous, and possesses strong deal judgment. Senior investment professionals at GEM are empowered to work independently, cultivate relationships across the ecosystem, and drive high-conviction investment recommendations.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
The position responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Contribute to building a best-in-class venture capital program across primaries, secondaries and co-investments.
Lead GEM’s secondaries and co-investment practice, an integral and growing part of its overall venture capital program
Identify and assess secondary market opportunities, including LP interest sales and structured liquidity solutions
Source and evaluate co-investment opportunities alongside GEM’s venture capital and technology-focused fund managers
Lead underwriting and due diligence on secondary transactions and co-investments, including financial modeling, market analysis, and reference checks
Build and maintain relationships with top-tier venture capital managers, technology investors, and intermediaries in the Bay Area and beyond
Participate in capital formation activities and client-facing communications
Mentor junior investment professionals and contribute to the firm’s investment process and culture
Qualifications
Successful candidates will display traits inherent in GEM’s collegial and team-oriented culture, including enthusiasm, honesty, humility, integrity, and curiosity.
Undergraduate degree with strong academic performance; CFA or MBA preferred
10+ years of relevant experience in venture capital, fund-of-funds, or institutional investing focused on the technology sector, with a track record of successful secondary transactions and co-investments
Deep familiarity with the venture capital and technology investment landscape, particularly in the Bay Area
Ability to conduct industry research, articulate opinions, and make clear and concise investment recommendations
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, work ethic, and professional demeanor in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
Compensation
The base salary range for this position is $250,000–$350,000 annually. The actual base salary will be determined based on experience, skills, and other job-related factors.
This role will be eligible for an annual discretionary performance bonus, based on both individual and Company performance.
Benefits
401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision health insurance
Life insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance
Flexible Spending Account / Health Savings Account
Education assistance, including certifications, professional membership reimbursements, and related expenses.
Wellness reimbursement program
Paid time off
Firm and team outings/socials
Working Conditions
Position type – Full-time
Work schedule – Minimum 40 hours/week
Work location – Remote, San Francisco, CA
Essential physical requirements – Ability to sit and work on a computer for an extended period
Travel requirements – up to 10%