Investment Director (London)

TDK Ventures is looking for an Investment Director to join its investing team to deep-dive into world-changing technologies and solutions. TDK Ventures is an award-winning corporate venture capital (CVC) arm of TDK Corporation, with $350M AUM deploying across three funds. Most recently, TDK Ventures raised a multi-LP fund named Fund EX1 (EX = energy transformation) focused on investing in pathbreaking startups in the electrification, decarbonization arena within North America and Europe (link).

The investment team within TDK Ventures is focused on building unique and deep insights, and this relentless quest for quality insights is inspired by our commitment to making better bets on the future. Our guiding investment principle is supporting entrepreneurs who are dedicated to making the world a better place.

Responsibilities

Research, develop, help articulate and present views on a corporate technology investment strategy in close alignment with strategies and requirements of the various TDK business groups, ultimately building non-obvious insights and compelling investment theses for TDK Ventures and documenting relevant learnings and insights captured during the due diligences
Proactively expand network in global venture and start-up ecosystem on worldwide basis, building premium relationships to drive high-quality incoming startup projects flow, and ensure highest quality due diligence of potential investments, together with high caliber co-investing partners relevant to each investment
Define and lead due diligence process priorities in TDK’s long-term strategic spaces, driving technology analysis, product value proposition analysis, business model and strategic/financial valuation, quality intellectual property analysis, and welcoming team reviews and red-team review sessions, ultimately building high-quality investment proposals for TDK Ventures Investment Committee
Analyze operational forecasts and business strategies of active investments and suggest value-add actions (“TDK Goodness”) when possible and valued by our portfolio companies. Facilitate business partnering arrangements and provide ongoing operational support ultimately helping TDK Ventures Portfolio Companies to succeed.
Present at relevant industry events and write articles or blogs on topics around TDK’s Strategic Space, Entrepreneurship & Corporate Venturing

Qualifications

The successful candidate for this position must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. The qualifications and working conditions listed below are representative of those required for the position.

PhD in the Physical Sciences, Materials Science, Chemical, Mechanical or Electrical Enigneering
5+ years venture investment experience at Senior Associate or Principal level
Experience working with both startup ecosystems and large corporate entities
Experience in Business Development & Strategy
Possess an intellectual curiosity and understanding of diverse technologies with an ability to recognize and grasp highly technical concepts
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast paced environment with multiple teams and functions and across multiple projects
Broad ability to perform strategic hypothesis brainstorming and evaluate product market fit and market sizing
Proficiency in modeling company financials and performing valuation analysis
Proficiency in deal structuring and negotiation
Strong communication and presentation skills
Excellent analytical, research, and organizational skills
Self-starter comfortable to contribute at a high level, and engaging with senior executives
Ability to work with different cultures across the world
Uncompromising work ethic and attention to detail with strong desire to always learn

Compensation

PhD in the Physical Sciences, Materials Science, Chemical, Mechanical or Electrical Enigneering
5+ years venture investment experience at Senior Associate or Principal level
Experience working with both startup ecosystems and large corporate entities
Experience in Business Development & Strategy
Possess an intellectual curiosity and understanding of diverse technologies with an ability to recognize and grasp highly technical concepts
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast paced environment with multiple teams and functions and across multiple projects
Broad ability to perform strategic hypothesis brainstorming and evaluate product market fit and market sizing
Proficiency in modeling company financials and performing valuation analysis
Proficiency in deal structuring and negotiation
Strong communication and presentation skills
Excellent analytical, research, and organizational skills
Self-starter comfortable to contribute at a high level, and engaging with senior executives
Ability to work with different cultures across the world
Uncompromising work ethic and attention to detail with strong desire to always learn

Benefits

TDK Ventures offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Applications

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to by clicking: Apply Here

Your qualifications should be highlighted on your resume and or cover letter, using examples by stating the problems you faced, the solutions you provided and the results it achieved.

TDK Ventures is an Equal Opportunity Employer