Mission Staffing
Fast-growing alternative investment firm seeking a Growth Vice President/Principal.
Company Information
An industry-leading private credit firm and direct lender with over $80 billion in AUM.
Job Description
The role focuses on sourcing, executing, and managing debt and equity investments across the capital structure, with an emphasis on structured equity investments in growth-stage software companies.
New Investments (majority of time):
- Source and evaluate new investment opportunities in high-growth software companies across credit, structured equity, and minority equity.
- Structure and negotiate investment terms consistent with the Firm’s strategy and risk profile.
- Lead deal teams and oversee diligence covering business, industry, financial performance, and exit considerations.
- Prepare and present investment memoranda to the Firm’s Investment Committee.
- Negotiate legal documentation with internal and external counsel.
- Build relationships with founders, venture investors, and industry participants.
- Mentor junior investment professionals.
- Manage and monitor a portfolio of existing investments.
- Support portfolio company growth initiatives, including add-on acquisitions and financings.
- Review financial performance, liquidity, and covenant compliance.
- Lead quarterly portfolio reviews and manage amendment requests as needed.
Requirements / Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field.
- 8+ years of investment experience, including 5+ years focused on high-growth software companies.
- Experience sourcing, structuring, and evaluating investments across the capital structure, including structured equity.
- Established network within the venture capital and growth equity community.
- Strong communication skills with external stakeholders.
- Enthusiastic about working in-office and contributing to a high-quality hybrid work culture.