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Venture Capital/Life Sciences Associate Jobs in Dubai, UAE at Crescent Enterprises
Venture Capital (Life Sciences) Associate
Job Summary and Scope of Responsibilities
Conduct extensive research analysis and gather industry intelligence. Develop investment memos and perform extensive data andfinancial analysis. Provide investment execution and portfolio management support for the existing portfolio. Report to the Manager, CE Ventures.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Research and Business Development
Conducting extensive market research analysis and gathering industry intelligence to help identify new investment trends and opportunities
Participating in the business development efforts by building a network within the start-up ecosystem and VC community in targeted markets
Maintaining deal pipeline database and ensuring that all information on current and potential investments is updated on a regular basis
Preparing reports, research papers, analysis, and presentations of high standard, as required
Investment Execution and Portfolio Management
Undertaking initial screening of investment opportunities against CE-Ventures’ investment criteria
Building financial models for evaluating investment opportunities and providing inputs for strategic recommendations where appropriate
Assisting investment managers/department head with commercial and financial due diligence on companies, performing market research andfinancial analysis, including review of historical and projected financial information, conducting potential returns analysis and scenario modelling
Developing investment papers for review by investment managers/department head
Supporting all aspects of investment management of portfolio companies including monitoring operational performance, analysing periodic financial statements, preparing monthly update reports and valuations
Supporting all transaction work related to divestitures including preparing all required information and analysis
MinimumEducational, Technical Qualifications/Certifications Required
A bachelor’s degree in a molecular life sciences discipline (e.g. biology, medicine, pharmaceutical sciences, biochemistry etc.), from a top-tier university. An additional degree in Finance/Economics/Business (e.g. Master of Business Administration (MBA)) would be an added advantage.
Seniority level:Associate
Employment type:Full-time
Job function:Finance and Analyst
Industries:Investment Management, Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals, and Investment Banking
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Title: Venture Capital/Life Sciences Associate
Company: Crescent Enterprises
Location: Dubai, UAE
Category: Finance & Banking, Business
