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BDC

Principal – Venture Capital

BDC

. Source and identify high-potential venture companies based on investment parameters .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeToronto • CanadaLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial analysis, structured thinking, and the deal process, with strong capabilities in investment memo writing and portfolio management. Proven ability to build relationships with stakeholders and lead due diligence efforts in a fast-paced environment.

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Financial AnalysisInvestment Memo WritingDue Diligence LeadershipStructured ThinkingStakeholder Relationship Management

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Hard Skills
Financial ModelingSensitivity AnalysisScenario ModelingComplex Data AnalysisReading Financial StatementsInvestment Process UnderstandingTechnical Industry Knowledge
Soft Skills
Problem-SolvingCoachingCollaborationInfluencing
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPoint
Certifications & Qualifications
Post-Graduate DegreeEquivalent Certification
Industry Keywords
Venture CapitalPrivate EquityInvestment BankingCorporate StrategyDeal FlowPortfolio Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Source and identify high-potential venture companies based on investment parameters
  • Coordinate initial business plan reviews and communications with entrepreneurs
  • Prepare interview guides, alignment memoranda, and recommendations to pursue or decline opportunities
  • Build and maintain investment-community networks and represent BDC Capital and BDC
  • Develop relationships with investment partners and other funds for deal flow and syndication
  • Lead complex due diligence covering markets, competition, management, sales, products, cap tables, business value, and exit strategies
  • Lead reference calls with competitors, clients, industry experts, and company employees
  • Produce Investment Memos and support Partners in presenting opportunities to the Investment Committee
  • Validate, audit, and fact-check company information
  • Review and comment on legal agreements
  • Maintain investment research files, business plans, and performance reports in accordance with BDC policies
  • Contribute to a high-performing internal fund team
  • Balance workload, coach deal-team professionals, and assign higher responsibilities
  • Assist with recruiting and onboarding
  • Support Partners in managing relationships with executives of investee companies
  • Monitor assigned portfolio companies, provide value-add support, participate in board meetings as required, and escalate critical issues
  • Assist portfolio companies with introductions, governance, financing, strategic planning, marketing, and operational topics
  • Support value-enhancing portfolio initiatives focused on driving exits

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 7 to 10 years of experience in a role involving structured thinking, financial analysis, and technical expertise
  • Experience likely from venture capital, private equity, investment banking, accounting, technology startups, industry-leading corporations, consulting, law, corporate strategy, or corporate development
  • Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Economics, Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM); other degrees viable with strong analytical skills
  • Thorough understanding of the deal process from sourcing through due diligence and portfolio management
  • Ability to read financial statements and translate content into business insights
  • Strong Excel skills, including financial modeling, sensitivity analysis, scenario modeling, and complex data analysis
  • Ability to use Microsoft Word and PowerPoint efficiently
  • Ability to problem-solve using structured thinking and communication techniques
  • Ability to write clear, concise, and eloquent Investment Memos
  • Bilingualism in French and English is an asset
  • Post-graduate degree or equivalent certification is valuable, not required
  • Coding, chemistry, electronics, or operational knowledge of a technical industry is an asset
  • Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders
  • Ability to influence in business settings, including operational and executive audiences
  • Ability to lead, coach, and support junior colleagues
  • Comfort working in a fast-paced environment and meeting tight deadlines

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Flexible and competitive benefits
  • Employee Savings and Investment Plan with employer matching of voluntary contributions
  • Defined Benefit Pension Plan
  • $750 wellness and health care spending account
  • Paid vacation each year
  • Five personal days
  • Sick days as necessary
  • Offices closed from December 25 to January 1
  • Hybrid work model
  • Opportunities for learning, training and development