Venture Capital Analyst Cover Letter

I am excited to be applying for the position of venture capital analyst. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for strategic execution support to the Venture Capital Relationship Team (VCRT) who are responsible for orchestrating JPM’s world-class experience for the venture investor community who invest in high impact private technology and life science companies.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Strong modeling and presentation prep abilities
• Proactivity in the selection of investments
• Regularly reviews technology blogs and research reports
• Some experience with scripting and parsing tools and techniques, SQL, databases, and use of open source software
• Some Project/Program/Finance and Business Development experience
• A preliminary understanding of the venture capital industry and structure
• Screening new investment opportunities
• Assisting in the due diligence process and preparation of investment recommendation papers for funds and companies that represent attractive investment opportunities

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the venture capital analyst position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for high level financial analysis assistance to various other departments, including real estate, venture capital, loans & grants, and other state agencies.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Exceptional technical financial modeling skills
• Demonstrated direct experience in the identification, qualification, diligence and execution of mergers & acquisitions OR venture capital transactions
• Experience using PowerPoint to express deal rationale, strategic vision, or complex ideas
• Defense / Aerospace or TMT sector experience
• Experience working at a PE/VC fund or investment bank
• BSc/MSc with excellence from universities with technical background (preferably Engineering or Physics)
• ..and above everything, we look for a passionate about new technology person
• Avid self-learner with a high level of curiosity, strong discipline and attention to detail

I would like to submit my application for the venture capital analyst opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In the previous role, I was responsible for recommendations and ideas of most efficient ways to manage flow of information to and among the venture investment and business development teams.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Carrying out portfolio data analysis and financial modelling
• Monitoring of existing investments and portfolios
• Highly analytical with experience conducting financial analysis, with a strong knowledge of Excel
• Familiarity with investing concepts advantageous
• Map the product offerings of these startups against the broader competitive landscape, and screen potential investment opportunities via initial calls with company management
• Handle initial financial statement review, financial modeling, and investment structure analysis for active deals
• Finance background sufficient to parse standard GAAP financial statements
• Experience with professional writing and presentation

In response to your job posting for venture capital analyst, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

Previously, I was responsible for financial oversight to the OMFV joint venture (Raytheon Rheinmetall Land Systems) and the joint venture supporting the Javelin product line (Javelin Joint Venture), ensuring compliant execution of all financial practices as laid out in the joint venture agreements and teaming agreements.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Track the performance of 30-50 portfolio companies both by using Carta administration software, and by directly communicating with the CFOs of those companies
• Updating MMV internal financial models with actual company performance data
• Manage the fund’s investments and distributions and record all transactions for the purpose of calculating fund ROI, IRR, TVPI, and DPI
• Calculating fair market value and book value of MMV’s portfolio companies, in accordance with our valuation guidelines
• Own the production of the quarterly MMV Portfolio Report to our limited partner, MassMutual
• Strong familiarity with accounting shown by being able to read and interpret a linked IS, BS, P&L
• Experience in the Healthcare/Healthtech industry and a strong network within the entrepreneurial ecosystem are preferred
• Strategic thinking and a penchant for uncovering what is important

Please consider me for the venture capital analyst opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In my previous role, I was responsible for high level financial analysis assistance to various other ESD departments, including real estate, venture capital, loans & grants, and other State agencies; and.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Understanding of financial statements, financial concepts and financial modeling
• Starts building a network with counterparts in the VC community, accelerators, universities and research centers in North America and Europe
• Communicate directly with principals of firms to obtain necessary information/documentation to successfully create a comprehensive narrative on programs
• Build and manage relationships on behalf of Optum Ventures in the community, including participation at start-up events, accelerator events and entrepreneur focused meetings
• Screening the deal flow
• Compile quarterly reporting document for presentation 60 days after quarter end to MMV Investment Committee
• Assist in the preparation of investment memo material, summarizing the investment opportunity and analysis of the team, product, market, competitors, financial model and returns
• Complete proactive market research to identify potential investment opportunities