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Investment Director Growth Equity
Posted 2 hours 17 minutes ago by Luminance Invest GmbH
Luminance is the family office of Peter Chaljawski. For over a decade, we have been investing in companies and real estate, leveraging our entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to independent decision-making. As an owner-managed family office, we operate exclusively with our own capital, making decisions independently of external parties, investors, or committees. Our entrepreneurial DNA allows us to make swift and decisive decisions, granting us maximum flexibility.
Our young and ambitious team shares a unique perspective with the founders we work with, constantly reimagining the status quo. We aim to provide the best possible support to positively impact the long-term success of the ventures we invest in.
AufgabenPosition Overview:
We are looking for an Investment Manager with a strong focus on growth and profitability to join our dynamic team. The Investment Manager will be responsible for sourcing, evaluating, and managing a portfolio of investment opportunities that align with our strategic focus on later-stage, near-profitability, or profitable companies. This role requires a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of financial analysis, due diligence, and portfolio management. The ideal candidate will have a track record of identifying successful investment opportunities and the ability to manage investments through their growth phase.
Your Key Responsibilities include:
- Sourcing and Origination: Identify and originate investment opportunities in companies that are either profitable or nearing profitability. Develop and maintain a network of contacts, including entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, private equity firms, investment banks, and industry advisors. Actively participate in industry events, conferences, and meetings to identify potential investment targets.
- Due Diligence and Evaluation: Conduct comprehensive due diligence on potential investment targets, including financial analysis, market research, competitive analysis, and management assessments. Develop detailed financial models to evaluate the viability, growth potential, and risks associated with investment opportunities.
- Investment Management: Manage a portfolio of investments, monitoring performance and providing strategic guidance to portfolio companies. Work closely with portfolio company management teams to drive growth, operational efficiencies, and profitability. Conduct regular portfolio reviews and prepare performance reports for the family office.
- Relationship Management: Establish and maintain strong relationships with portfolio companies, ensuring clear communication and alignment of interests. Serve as the primary liaison between Luminance and portfolio companies.
- Market Analysis and Strategy: Stay informed about market trends, industry developments, and competitive dynamics to identify new opportunities and potential risks. Contribute to the development of Luminance's investment strategy, identifying new sectors or geographies for potential investment.
Your Profile:
- Personality: You are open, communicative, and take a proactive approach to your work; most importantly, you bring a positive and enjoyable energy to the team. We support your growth and want you to be driven and enthusiastic. You possess an entrepreneurial spirit with a high level of initiative and a strong passion for businesses and their respective products. You are eager to engage with innovative ideas and have a genuine curiosity about the venture ecosystem.
- Analytical Skills: You have an excellent academic background, ranking among the top of your peers. You possess superior financial analytical skills, including strong proficiency in financial modeling and accounting.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, business administration, or a related field; MBA or CFA preferred. 5-7 years of experience in investment management, private equity, venture capital, or a similar role with a focus on later-stage investments. Proven track record of sourcing, evaluating, and managing investments in profitable or near-profitability companies. Strong financial modeling, analytical, and due diligence skills. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and effectively. Strong relationship management skills and the ability to build rapport with portfolio companies, industry contacts, and other stakeholders. Self-starter with a high degree of initiative, integrity, and professionalism. You are highly proficient in English, both written and spoken.
Compensation & Conditions:
- Competitive salary with performance-based bonus and equity component.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Shortest Decision-Making Paths.
- Flexible hours, hybrid office setup, and 29 days of vacation per year plus public holidays.
- Berlin, Kurfürstendamm based office
Interested?
If this sounds like the perfect fit for you, we'd love to hear from you! Please send your application, including your resume, cover letter, relevant certificates, salary expectations, and earliest possible start date or apply directly through our website.
We look forward to your application!
Luminance Invest GmbH
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