What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal / Managing Director, Investments position at Kineticos Ventures?
Job Title: Principal / Managing Director, Investments
Location: Raleigh, North Carolina (Office-based)
Company: Kineticos Ventures
About Us:
Kineticos Ventures (“Kineticos”) is a life sciences growth equity and venture investor. Kineticos invests in and supports life science companies striving to disrupt how drugs are developed, diseases are diagnosed, and patients are treated. Kineticos focuses on significant, unmet medical needs in oncology, neurosciences, and rare diseases with investments spanning contract services and manufacturing, equipment, diagnostics and biotechs. Kineticos has a particular interest in companies utilizing disruptive technologies such as cell and gene therapy, gene editing, and mRNA/RNAi.
Job Description:
Kineticos seeks to add a Principal / Managing Director to the team. This position will play a pivotal role in the evaluation, execution, and management of private equity investments. The Principal/ Managing Director will work closely with senior leadership and collaborate with cross-functional teams to maximize returns for our investors. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with a strong background in finance, strategic thinking, corporate development, and an appetite for high-impact decision-making.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Analysis and Modeling:
- Create and maintain complex financial models to analyze investment opportunities and track portfolio performance.
- Conduct sensitivity and scenario analysis to assess potential risks and returns.
Deal Evaluation and Execution:
- Stay updated on industry trends, market dynamics, and competitive landscapes.
- Conduct due diligence on target companies, including financial analysis, competitive positioning, and risk assessment.
- Evaluate the potential for value creation and growth within prospective investments.
- Lead and support the execution of investment transactions, including negotiations, legal documentation, and financing arrangements.
- Collaborate with legal, financial, and operational experts to ensure a smooth and successful transaction process.
Portfolio Management:
- Work closely with portfolio companies to drive growth, operational improvements, and value creation.
- Monitor and assess the financial performance and strategic direction of portfolio companies.
- Develop and execute exit strategies, including IPOs, mergers, or secondary sales.
Reporting and Communication:
- Prepare investment memoranda, reports, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
- Communicate investment progress and updates to senior management and investors.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or a related field (MBA or CFA preferred).
- A minimum of 10 years of experience in private equity, investment banking, or a related field.
- Life Sciences or Biotechnology experience is a plus, but not required.
- Strong financial analysis and modeling skills.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Proven ability to work effectively in a team and under tight deadlines.
- A passion for learning, working towards common goals, solving difficult problems, and creating processes and teams from the ground up.
- Strong ethics, transparency, and integrity in all business dealings.
Benefits:
- Be a “first ten” team member of an emerging manager with large aspirations and resources to grow.
- Performance-based bonuses and incentives.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement plans.
- Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
- A collaborative and supportive work environment.
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.
Kineticos is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.