Overview

Susquehanna Growth Equity (SGE) is a growth equity fund focused on software/SaaS, data, internet, healthcare technology, and financial technology in the United States, Europe, and Israel. SGE has invested in more than 80 platform companies since 2006, and manages more than $3.5 billion in assets as it invests out of its sixth fund. Our focus is on finding great companies and supporting their growth. We pride ourselves on having a great work environment, which is friendly, dynamic, fast-paced, and technology-focused.

As an Investment Development Associate, you will work closely with our deal professionals in identifying, contacting, and evaluating potential investment targets. This opportunity offers an introduction to venture capital and private equity investing within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. You will quickly gain valuable experience as you develop conversational skills, network with industry entrepreneurs, and evaluate potential investments in new industries. Our team is located in Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania, just outside of Center City Philadelphia.

In this role, you will:

• Identify and source new investment opportunities
• Perform thesis-based market research and industry analysis
• Evaluate conferences for potential attendance
• Attend conferences to represent Susquehanna
• Meet weekly, monthly, and quarterly outbound expectations
• Construct presentation materials for the firm and its portfolio companies
• Manage the integrity of our company/contact database

What we’re looking for

What we’re looking for:

• 1 to 2 years of experience in a business development role at a software or technology company
• Comfortable cold calling and finding creative ways to break in to the C-suite of a company
• Basic understanding of the financial metrics associated with a software business (annual recurring revenue, retention rates, gross margin, etc.)
• Outgoing personality and willingness to aggressively market the firm during phone calls and in-person meetings with entrepreneurs
• Superior work ethic, strong desire to learn, and uncompromising attention to detail
• Collaborative and proactive approach with the confidence and capability to act autonomously
• Excellent analytical, research, and organizational skills
• Self-starter or demonstrated interest in entrepreneurship
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills
• Superb critical thinking ability and demonstrated leadership experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Impressive academic record
• Visa sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position now or in the future