Investment Associate

Position Overview

Cerity Partners Ventures (CPV) is looking to add Investment Associates to its Built World and Technology investment teams. Originally launched as Touchdown Ventures in 2014, CPV helped define the Venture Capital-as-a-Service model for corporations and has partnered with major brands including Kellogg, T-Mobile, BEHR, and others. The firm now includes more than 50 investment professionals across Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, Philadelphia, and San Francisco, and oversees over 20 corporate venture capital funds.

In this role, you will join a dedicated fund team investing in areas such as AI, insurtech, home services, construction technology, building products, and adjacent sectors within the broader Built World practice. The position involves helping uncover venture opportunities while supporting the innovation goals of leading corporations. This is an entrepreneurial opportunity within a growing organization, with room for professional development and advancement. The role is based in San Francisco.

Key Responsibilities

• Discover promising early-stage companies and develop connections with founding teams.
• Engage with entrepreneurs to assess business plans, pitch materials, and company potential.
• Maintain records and provide updates on deal flow created by the team.
• Conduct research on industries, emerging trends, and market conditions.
• Support the due diligence process on prospective investments.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree is required.
• Between 1 and 3 years of relevant professional experience is preferred.

Skills and Traits

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently.
• Comfortable contributing in a collaborative and collegial environment.
• Strong research, analytical, and critical thinking abilities.
• Positive, adaptable, and flexible mindset.
• Intellectual curiosity with solid problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain relationships with entrepreneurs, investors, and other stakeholders.
• Genuine interest in venture capital, startups, and entrepreneurship.
• Willingness to thrive in a fast-moving startup-like environment.

Compensation and Benefits

The compensation range for this position is $100,000 to $115,000.

• Health, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one.
• 401(k) savings and investment options with a 4% company match.
• Flexible paid time off policy.
• Parental leave.
• Financial support for advanced education and professional certifications.
• Paid time to contribute to local communities.
• Commuter benefits.

Equal Opportunity and Accommodations

Cerity Partners is committed to creating an environment where everyone can be authentic at work. The company is an equal opportunity employer and values diverse cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Hiring decisions are made without discrimination based on race, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities or special needs. Candidates who need support may contact [email protected]. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.