White Star Capital is hiring an Associate in Toronto

White Star Capital is an international multi-stage technology investment firm partnering with exceptional founders across North America, Europe, and Asia. Our global presence, perspective, and deep operational expertise enables us to partner with founders to help them scale globally from Series A onwards.

We have backed a number of leading startups at Series A and Series B stages globally, including the likes of Freshly, Dollar Shave Club, Dialogue, Vention, and Butternut Box.

We maintain a strong focus on the Canadian ecosystem, with Toronto as one of our main hubs alongside Montreal, and are doubling down on investment opportunities across our four core themes; Demographics in Motion, Data-Driven Transformation, Fourth Industrial Revolution, and Sustainable Global Economy.

We are now actively looking to grow our investment team in Toronto with the addition of an Associate to support us in sourcing, due diligence, thought leadership, and various fund operations.

Our international perspective is key to what we do, and we are focused on finding an individual who is a self-starter and eager to work with a truly global team in a highly stimulating environment.

Responsibilities

• Independently develop thematic focus and source investment opportunities
• Assess investment opportunities through both qualitative and quantitative diligence (e.g. market research, financial analysis, valuation, and return modeling)
• Actively support in structuring and closing investment transactions
• Lead various initiatives related to the operations of the fund
• Provide hands-on support to portfolio company founders post-investment
• Develop strong relationships with founders, investors, and other ecosystem partners, with a focus on the Canadian ecosystem
• Leading sector deep dives, building expertise and publishing content in our areas of focus
• Represent the firm in meetings with startup founders and at industry events

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in venture capital, growth equity, investment banking, management consulting, and/or growth, business development, big tech
• Demonstrated passion for startups, venture capital, and technology
• Thrives in high-energy environments, excelling in professional networking
• Highly organized, motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a larger global team
• Highly proficient in Excel and financial modeling, with an understanding of how to read financial statements and forecasts
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
• Continuous improvement mindset, looking for someone with fresh ideas who will not just perform tasks and duties but find ways to innovate on them
• Ability and/or right to work in Toronto

Apply here. Deadline for applications is 31st March, but submissions will be reviewed on a rolling basis.