About the opportunity
We are looking for an experienced Associate to join our T.Capital team, either in Hamburg or in Bonn.
About the T.Capital team:
We manage the investment cycle from origination to closing and the relationship beyond. As a member of our investment team, you will work closely with experienced venture capitalists and other professionals including Deutsche Telekom business stakeholders to identify strategic ecosystem opportunities, and evaluate potential investments in innovative startups and new technologies. You will have the opportunity to learn from and contribute to the team's collective knowledge and expertise, and to participate in all aspects of the investment process.
In this role, you will:
- Evaluate potential investments in innovative start-ups and new technologies using financial models and market research
- Identify strategic ecosystem priorities in collaboration with Deutsche Telekom business units
- Foster relationships with Deutsche Telekom business leaders, entrepreneurs, and other industry professionals
- Execute all stages of deal execution. including sourcing new investment opportunities, preparing investment proposals, and conducting due diligence
- Work with portfolio companies to drive their success and identify new deals
- Interpret financial statements and use them to make predictions about the viability and growth potential of new investments
What you need to be successful:
- University degree in relevant fields such as business or computer science
- 3+ years of experience, ideally at a venture capital firm, investment banking, management consulting, or a start-up environment
- Strong grasp of technology and market trends, with a preference for knowledge in telecommunications and IT sectors
- Comfort with ambiguity and risk
- Proficient in financial analysis and modelling techniques
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Exceptional drive, self-motivation and high team collaboration skills
Who we are
T.Capital is investing strategic capital on behalf of Deutsche Telekom. As such, we are a leading provider of early and late-stage strategic capital to innovative start-ups and technology companies in the telecommunications sector that have synergies with Deutsche Telekom. With offices in Hamburg and Bonn (DT HQ), we have a track record of success in identifying and investing in companies with the potential to disrupt their markets and achieve rapid growth. Our team is composed of seasoned venture capitalists and investment professionals with diverse backgrounds and expertise, and we pride ourselves on our collaborative and supportive culture.
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T.Capital is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age or disability status.