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Principal, Investment
ZIM Integrated Shipping Services. Source, evaluate, execute, and monitor strategic investments supporting Seaspan’s Corporate Venture Capital Fund .
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in venture capital investment processes, including financial modeling, due diligence, and strategic evaluation of investment opportunities. Proven ability to build relationships within innovation ecosystems and effectively communicate investment recommendations to C-suite executives.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Venture Capital ExperienceFinancial ModelingDue Diligence ManagementInvestment Recommendation PresentationStakeholder Relationship Building
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Hard Skills
Financial ModelingValuation AnalysisInvestment Due DiligenceMarket IntelligenceTechnology ScoutingInvestment Recommendation DevelopmentNegotiation SkillsGovernance FrameworksStrategic Investment EvaluationCommercial Due Diligence
Soft Skills
Excellent Communication SkillsCollaboration FacilitationLeadership
Certifications & Qualifications
MBACFASecurity Clearance (Canadian Controlled Goods Program)
Industry Keywords
Corporate Venture CapitalPrivate EquityInvestment BankingStartup EcosystemsInnovation EcosystemsGovernment Innovation ProgramsIndustrial Development
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Source, evaluate, execute, and monitor strategic investments supporting Seaspan’s Corporate Venture Capital Fund
- Develop and manage a pipeline of investment opportunities aligned with approved criteria and strategic objectives
- Build relationships with startups, venture capital funds, accelerators, incubators, universities, and research organizations
- Lead technology scouting and market intelligence efforts
- Assess emerging marine, industrial, and venture capital trends and strategic fit
- Represent Seaspan CVC in innovation ecosystems and industry forums
- Manage commercial, financial, market, and technology due diligence
- Develop financial models, valuation analyses, and investment recommendations
- Establish the investment review committee process and prepare materials for the Investment Committee
- Present investment recommendations to the CFO and other C-suite leaders as needed
- Negotiate and execute investment transactions aligned with the CVC mandate
- Establish and enhance reporting frameworks and governance processes
- Develop investment memoranda, presentations, and governance materials
- Drive complex, high-impact initiatives with minimal oversight
- Facilitate collaboration between portfolio companies and Seaspan business units
- Support strategic partnerships, technology adoption, and value-creation initiatives
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s degree in finance, Business, Economics, Engineering, Science, Technology, or a related field
- 10+ years of experience in venture capital, corporate venture capital, private equity, corporate development, investment banking, or a comparable investment-focused role
- Experience managing full investment due diligence and financial processes
- Strong financial modelling and valuation capabilities
- Ability to support investment rationale and recommendations
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- MBA, CFA, or equivalent professional qualification
- Experience with venture-backed companies and startup ecosystems
- Experience evaluating technology, industrial, manufacturing, or innovation-driven businesses
- Knowledge of government innovation and industrial development programs
- Required to obtain and maintain security clearance through the Canadian Controlled Goods Program
Benefits
Comp & perks- Annual bonus
- Pension plan matching
- Full health care, including unlimited physiotherapy
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Life insurance
- Medical leave coverage
- Parental leave coverage
- Wellness/fitness reimbursement for memberships or registration fees
- Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
- Optional hybrid work schedule after 90 days of onsite work and onboarding
- Job stability through long-term projects
- Included parking
- Complimentary shuttle bus Monday through Friday for transit users