What the role involves:

As a Senior Financial Analyst – Venture & Digital Assets, you will operate at the intersection of early-stage investing, digital assets, and traditional finance. This senior role is responsible for sourcing, evaluating, and monitoring investment opportunities across startups, private companies, and decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols.

You will play a key role in shaping investment decisions through deep financial analysis, thematic research, and the creation of high-quality investment materials. The role demands a balance of analytical rigor and innovative thinking, combining traditional financial expertise with an advanced understanding of blockchain, tokens, and real-world asset (RWA) tokenization.

This is a hands-on and strategic role suited for an experienced financial professional who can independently manage projects from concept to execution and contribute meaningfully to the firm’s investment strategy and decision-making process.

Investment Evaluation and Analysis

• Conduct comprehensive financial analysis and due diligence on early-stage startups, private companies, and digital asset projects.
• Review financial statements, unit economics, growth drivers, and valuation models to inform investment decisions.
• Draft investment memos, credit analyses, and research notes for investment committees and senior stakeholders.

Thematic and Market Research

• Build and maintain a database of market exposures, themes, and risk factors across both traditional (TradeFi) and decentralized (DeFi) markets.
• Identify emerging trends and investment opportunities in blockchain, crypto, and RWA-linked sectors.
• Provide insight into evolving financial technologies, market cycles, and sector-specific risks.

Portfolio Monitoring and Reporting

• Track performance of portfolio companies and digital asset holdings, including KPIs, financial results, and risk indicators.
• Produce detailed performance reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Recommend portfolio adjustments and investment strategies based on financial performance and market developments.

Process and Tools Development

• Design and implement productivity-enhancing models, dashboards, and analytical tools that improve decision-making efficiency.
• Contribute to developing and refining investment processes, ensuring high standards of transparency and accuracy.

Cross-functional Collaboration and Communication

• Collaborate closely with the VP of Investments, CIO, and other investment and research teams.
• Present findings and recommendations clearly and confidently to senior leadership, investment committees, and external partners.
• Represent the finance function in cross-domain initiatives involving blockchain innovation, venture growth, and portfolio scaling.