Analyst

Griffin is the world’s leading venture fund focused exclusively on gaming, with ~$1.3 billion under management. Our mission is to be the definitive source of capital for the games industry. Our core values:

• Striving for excellence, with a philosophy of continuous improvement
• Trusting our partners and team, with integrity central to everything we do
• Celebrating diversity of thought, believing that teams accomplish more than individuals
• Authenticity, driven by a deep passion for games
• Working hard every day to contribute to the success of our founders

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Sourcing and fielding inbound Gaming investment opportunities and reviewing pitch decks / business plans
• Conducting due diligence, including industry and competitive landscape, product / market fit, business model, play tests, financial and KPI modeling
• Preparing memos and presentations to drive internal consensus and investment decisions
• Participating in weekly internal meetings to discuss new investment opportunities and portfolio companies
• Developing and maintaining internal databases and infrastructure

QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates should have up to 3 years of full-time experience and a strong academic background, including:

• 1 year of experience at a top-tier investment bank, management consulting firm, or venture capital fund, or 1 year of experience in Gaming corporate development or strategy
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, economics, mathematics, statistics, or related field from a top-tier institution, with a GPA of 3.5 / 4.0.
• Strong analytical and financial modeling capabilities, with an interest in identifying trends within large data sets
• Entrepreneurial and resourceful attitude, with outstanding work ethic and ability to thrive with limited supervision
• Ability to develop and maintain business relationships and desire to grow interpersonal and networking skills
• Passion for gaming, demonstrated through relevant professional experience, investments, or deep industry knowledge.