Partner, Venture Capital

No other bank is doing what we do.

At BDC, we help Canada and its entrepreneurs create a prosperous, inclusive and green economy. Our mission is to help Canadian businesses thrive by providing financing, capital and advisory services. We’re devoted to Canadian entrepreneurs. We’re also dedicated to our employees. Adaptable. Inspiring. Different. There’s a reason we like to work here, and we think you’ll like it too. Join BDC and help make a difference

Diversity. Equity. Inclusion. They’re more than just words for BDC. These concepts are foundational to our success and to our ability to attract, retain, mobilize and develop the right talent, as well as to offer a healthy, professional and collaborative environment. We are committed to cultivating and preserving an environment where all employees can thrive, and, for over a decade, we have been recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers and one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation, beliefs, experiences, and more.
- POSITION OVERVIEW

Partners actively participate in the leadership of our funds, supporting the Managing Partner by sourcing potential deals, driving complex transactions, taking responsibility for the overall portfolio performance, and participating in the fund’s strategy formation.

In this role, you will be one of the main representatives of your fund, sourcing high-quality investment opportunities through rigorous and fact-based due diligence, leading syndication as necessary and executing qualified deals that ultimately shape the future of the Canadian economy. This position requires a seasoned perspective on deal-making, and top-notch ability to build partnerships within the investment community, presenting BDC Capital as a first-class investor to companies, corporates, and other VC syndicate members.

CHALLENGES TO BE MET

Platform Building- Support the Managing Partner in the team’s general management-
- Foster a high performing team environment within the internal fund built on trust, collaboration, and high aspirations- Contribute to successful fund launch and maintenance by developing the fund’s investment thesis, strategy, and tactical approach- Work collaboratively with BDC management and colleagues in other funds to share insights and information on all investment decisions- Challenge important new and follow-on investment decisions

Deal Sourcing- Build and maintain wide and strong networks within the business and investment communities, raising the profile of the fund as a prime investor- Build and leverage connections in the investment communities in Canada and globally to drive high-quality deal flow- Attend conferences and networking activities, to source opportunities on behalf of the fund, and to act as an ambassador for the fund, BDC Capital and BDC- Promote the fund, BDC Capital and BDC by speaking at conferences, publishing thought leadership material and promoting networking opportunities- Support the Managing Partner in their responsibility to position BDC as a first-class venture investor

Deal Making- Coordinate team priorities to review, validate and execute due diligence activities- Delegate, when appropriate, or lead complex due diligence for new and/or existing investment opportunities by orchestrating analyses such as market, competition, management, sales, products, cap table, and anything that is relevant to determining potential business value and exit strategies- Lead the team in the production of thorough and compelling Investment Memoranda, eliciting sound rationales behind investment options and influencing the internal Investment Committee- Prepare documents and attend relevant Investment Committees’ meetings to present investment opportunities, justify their viability, and obtain buy-in

Portfolio Management & Support- Provide hands-on, value-added support (e.g., mentoring, capital introductions) to portfolio companies to support business building while developing multiple exit options and delivering top-quartile internal rate of return over the life of the fund- Represent the interests of the fund as a board observer or director of existing portfolio companies, actively influencing and supporting the management of portfolio companies when appropriate- Lead the efficient monetization of portfolio companies rolled into the fund to maximize proceeds on exit
- WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Typical Background- 10+ years of experience in a role involving structured thinking, financial analysis, and technical expertise. These profiles are likely to come from, but are not limited to:
- Finance roles: venture capital, private equity, investment banking, accounting firms-
- Operator roles: technology startu