Markets Strategic Investments Lead

Role Overview:

Markets strategic investment deal lead - responsible for sourcing, executing and managing principle venture investments in market infrastructure and fintech companies

What you'll be doing:

• Identify and execute on new strategic investment opportunities relevant to Citi capital markets strategy.  
• Develop internal and external sourcing network for identifying and evaluating new opportunities
• Lead or co-lead all aspects of equity venture investment transactions including sourcing, due diligence, strategic analysis, financial analysis and modelling, deal structuring, deal negotiation, and deal documentation review.
• Develop and prepare investment materials for the Investment Committee that outline the strategic benefits of investment, investment terms, and other relevant information for potential investments.
• Conduct portfolio management of existing investments, including support for governance, administration and portfolio lifecycle events. 
• Monitor operational and financial performance of portfolio companies; facilitate quarterly performance analysis for individual companies and full investment portfolio. Lead internal control function engagement for covered investments.
• Proactively work with portfolio companies and internal stakeholders to execute on partnership and growth strategies.
• Support broader team investment and management activities, building strong working relationships with investing team members across the division

What you'll bring:

• Investment structuring, negotiation and execution
• Company research, landscape analysis and valuation – especially early stage companies
• Understanding of emerging technologies, innovation & digital disruption
• Knowledge of Markets businesses and ability to apply this to investment strategies.
• A network of contacts in Markets Tech, Fintech, Corporate VC and/or venture capital industry. Willingness to establish additional contacts through industry networking
• Strong financial reporting and accounting background
• Superior financial modelling skills and acumen
• Strong verbal and written communication skills including preparation of investment memos and analysis
• Strong financial and non-financial risk management skills
• Ability to work unsupervised and adjust priorities quickly as circumstances dictate
• Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines or unexpected changes in expectations or requirements

Qualifications:

• Relevant experience in at least two of the following roles: Investment Banking, Corporate Development, Venture Capital, Private Equity, Corporate Venture Capital, M&A legal, Strategy Consulting, or Fintech.
• Proven track record of partnering or leading cross-functional team including business,  infrastructure functions & subject matter experts to identify, evaluate and achieve high value business goals
• Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Demonstrated influencing and networking skills
• Understanding of market structure cycle and evolution across business lines.
• Demonstrated knowledge of new product development & technology adoption across asset classes, including financial assessment and delivery / execution.
• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication
  

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience - ideally in combined finance / technology disciplines
• MBA or Master’s degree strongly preferred

What we offer:

By joining Citi London, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace, but also receive a competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed), and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits such as:

• 27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• A discretional annual performance related bonus
• Private Medical Care & Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pension Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Special discounts for employees, family, and friends
• Access to an array of learning and development resources

Alongside these benefits Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self, every day. We want the best talent around the world to be energized to join us, motivated to stay, and empowered to thrive.

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

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