TL;DR

Capital Network Associate (AI Apps & Speedrun): Supporting the firm's portfolio companies with transactional work including capital raising and M&A advisory in partnership with Capital Network partners with an accent on valuation analyses, financing, and strategic processes. Focus on conducting company and industry research, maintaining relationships with capital ecosystem, and providing key insights on industry developments and trends.

Location: This role requires an in-office presence 5 days a week in our San Francisco, CA office.

Salary: $184,000 - $214,000

Company

Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) is a venture capital firm that backs bold entrepreneurs building the future through technology.

What you will do

  • Support Consumer, AI Apps & Speedrun portfolio companies with transactional work including capital raising and M&A advisory in partnership with Capital Network partners.
  • Perform valuation analyses for investment and M&A execution.
  • Assist in the execution of financing & strategic processes and portfolio analysis.
  • Develop presentation materials for internal and external audiences for both the Capital Network team and the firm’s portfolio companies to drive outcomes.
  • Conduct primary research for the group or in coordination with other internal a16z operating groups that deliver key insights on industry developments and trends.
  • Actively map and maintain relationships with the broader capital ecosystem (VCs, growth equity, debt providers, and strategics).

Requirements

  • 2-4 years of corporate finance experience in technology-oriented sectors, including corporate development, investment banking, management consulting, or other finance roles with a strong focus on capital raising and M&A.
  • Solid understanding of the venture ecosystem, including emerging trends and competitive dynamics among various capital providers.
  • Ability to quickly build trust with team members, entrepreneurs, and the broader capital/strategic network.
  • Low ego, high empathy, and the capacity to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities, work toward contributing new ideas & solutions, navigate situations with ambiguity, and execute consistently in a dynamic environment.
  • Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with a focus on detail and executive presence.

Culture & Benefits

  • Eligible to participate in the a16z carry program and various discretionary bonus programs.
  • Benefit and perquisite plans including health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401K plan, vacation, and sick leave.
  • We do only first class business and only in a first class way.
  • We take a long view of relationships, because we are in the relationship business.
  • We believe in the future and bet the firm that way.