Venture Capital Associate

Woven Capital is Toyota's growth-stage venture capital arm focused on advancing the future of mobility – how people, goods, information and energy move. We manage $1.6 billion, investing in companies that create new ways to support mobility and emerging technologies, advance the industrial value chain, and accelerate decarbonization and sustainability. Our work connects breakthrough innovators with Toyota's global platform, strengthening the company's capabilities today while creating new opportunities for tomorrow.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
Woven Capital is seeking a Venture Capital Associate to join our growing team. Our fund is committed to strategic, growth stage investments in cutting-edge technologies and innovative startups that embody Toyota's vision for the future of mobility. In this role, the Venture Capital Associate will be instrumental in identifying, evaluating, and managing investment opportunities that foster growth and innovation within the mobility ecosystem. This is a unique opportunity to work in the venture capital and corporate venture capital industry, supporting a global investment mandate. We firmly believe in building an exceptional team as a cornerstone of our success, and we foster a culture rooted in open discussion and collaboration. The new Associate will join our diverse investment team, focusing on sourcing deal-flow, building initial analyses and investment materials, and will work closely with senior investment team members to review, refine, and translate this work into informed investment decisions. This role is US based in SF Bay Area.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Deal Sourcing and Screening: Proactively identify and assess potential investment opportunities by conducting market research and maintaining a strong network within the startup ecosystem.

• Due Diligence: Conduct thorough due diligence on potential investment targets, including technology and financial analysis, market research, and risk assessment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess the strategic fit and potential impact of investments on Toyota's long-term goals.

• Financial Modeling & Analysis: Develop and maintain complex financial models to analyze the financial viability and potential returns of investment opportunities. Assist in the preparation of investment memos and presentations for internal stakeholders.

• Portfolio Management: Actively engage with portfolio companies to monitor performance, provide strategic guidance, and assess opportunities for value creation. Assist in managing relationships with key stakeholders and support the Woven Capital team members in their portfolio company board roles.

• Industry Research and Trend Analysis: Stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and market dynamics relevant to Woven Capital's investment focus. Contribute to the development of thought leadership content and market insights.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields with an MBA OR Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related fields

• 5+ years of professional experience in investment banking, venture capital, strategic consulting, building technology, and/or product management.

• Demonstrated passion for Technology, Venture Capital, Start-ups, and entrepreneurship.

• Comfortable with understanding technology innovations in deep tech/hard tech sectors.

• Demonstrated experience in deal sourcing, due diligence, financial modeling, and market analysis.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and strong networking skills.

• Patience in dealing with different cultures/languages and different decision-making mechanisms and logic.

• Excited to become a key member of a growing investment team, and to devote oneself to transforming a large traditional automotive company into a digital-ready, frontier mobility company.

• Patience in dealing with different cultures/languages and different time zones.

NICE TO HAVES:
• Knowledge of the mobility sector, autonomous mobility, software development, robotics, industrial sector, EVs/batteries, electrification and clean energy industries is valuable.

• Experience working, studying, or living in different cultures and geographies is a plus but not required.

• Having an extensive network in the startup and VC ecosystem is a plus.

• Bachelor's degree in STEM field and MBA degree is a plus.

• Experience in co-founding a startup is a plus.

For positions based in Palo Alto, CA; the base pay ranges from $130,000 to $150,000 per year.

Your base salary is one part of your total compensation. We offer a base salary, short term and long term incentives, and a comprehensive benefits package. The total compensation offered to an employee will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications, location, and level.

WHAT WE OFFER

We are committed to creating a modern work environment that supports our employees and their loved ones. We offer many options of the best programs to allow you to do your most meaningful work and to help you shape the future of mobility.

・Excellent health, wellness, dental and vision coverage

・A rewarding 401k program

・Flexible vacation policy

・Family planning and care benefits

Our Commitment
・We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity.
・Any information we receive from you will be used only in the hiring and onboarding process. Please see our privacy notice for more details.