Position: Investment Manager
Company: Velas
Category: Other
Experience required: 2y
English level: fluent

This position assumes a key role as it relates to blockchain projects analysis, portfolio management, and other related responsibilities. As a member of a small group, the responsibilities are broad and present the opportunity to learn about and participate in the overall management of the portfolio.

**Responsibilities:**
- Assist in the due diligence process and build investment overviews for prospective investments; provide insights on comparables/competitors for prospective investments
- Actively source inbound deal flow and identify early-stage investment opportunities
- Form, communicate, and present data-driven recommendations to leadership
- Assist in the execution of business initiatives, driving projects and investments to completion
- Help refine and adjust our investment thesis as the market is evolving and the investment landscape changes.
- Research and evaluate protocols to identify projects or trends that represent potential new venture investments
- Perform industry research and analysis for the market, actively read and seek out new information sources and stay on top of industry trends
- Develop and deliver targeted market research, fundamental analysis and forward-looking strategic plans

Required Skills & Experience:
- Fluent English
- 2+ years of experience in a venture role as an analyst or associate, or other associated roles with deal-side experience such as investment banking, consulting, or finance
- Prior experience in Investment Banking or Management Consulting with completion of a formal training program
- In-depth knowledge of existing crypto projects, emerging trends, and new technologies
- The outstanding initiative, sense of urgency, and entrepreneurial thinking
- Strong analytical skills and strong written and verbal communication abilities are essential
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple workstreams and prioritize effectively
- Previous exposure to early-stage venture investing is encouraged
- Strong passion for investing and evaluation opportunities both quantitatively and qualitatively;