Venture Capital Investment Analyst

Full-Time Opportunity: Venture Capital Investment Analyst at Samarthya

Location: Nariman Point, Mumbai / Bangalore / Chennai

Commitment: Full-time 

Requirements: NISM Series XIX-D exam (For Cat I and II AIF )

About Us 

Samarthya (https://www.samarthya.co.in/) is an early-stage venture capital firm focused on investing in high-potential startups in deeptech, defencetech, AI and cleantech. We invest $500K to $3M and work closely with the founders to scale the businesses. We invest in bold founders building transformative businesses, providing strategic insights, access to our global network of experts, and operational support along with capital. 

About the Role 

We are looking for a highly motivated Venture Capital Investment Analyst to join our Investments team. This role offers hands-on experience to the world of early-stage investing, startup evaluation, portfolio company management and ecosystem engagement. You will work closely with the founder and partner of Samarthya, gaining insights into deal sourcing, deal evaluation, due diligence, portfolio management, and investor relations. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Deal Evaluation - Conduct market size analysis, evaluate products/services including technology moats (Intellectual Property/Patents), assess teams, business models, and financials, identify risk factors, and analyze competitive landscapes and funding histories. Prepare detailed investment notes on potential opportunities. 
• Due Diligence – Support the investment team in commercial due diligence, financial due diligence, and legal due diligence and Coordinate with professional firms to oversee their diligence findings. 
• Deal Sourcing – Assist in sourcing opportunities from founder networks, investment bankers and startup ecosystem. Screen startups, review pitch decks, and conduct preliminary assessments based on deal evaluation metrics. 
• Portfolio Support – Engage with portfolio companies and assist in preparation of updates on the companies, assist founders with research and go to market strategies 
• Ecosystem Engagement – Attend startup events, demo days, and network with founders, accelerators, and fellow investors. 
• Internal Reports & Documentation – Assist in preparing compliance documentation and internal records. 
• Investor Relations - Assist in making presentations for Limited Partners (LPs) as well as investor updates.

What We're Looking For 

• NISM Series XIX-D exam is mandatory. 
• Passion for startups, venture capital, and innovation. 
• Strong analytical skills and ability to assess market trends and business models.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. 
• Background in business, finance, economics, engineering, or related fields preferred (though not mandatory). 
• Prior experience in startups, consulting, investment banking or finance is a plus. 
• An insatiable hunger to learn. 

What You'll Gain 

• First-hand exposure to the venture capital industry. 
• Deep understanding of startup evaluation and investment processes. 
• Networking opportunities with founders, investors, and industry leaders. 
• A chance to contribute meaningfully to high-impact investment decisions by directly working on live deals. 
• First hand experience of interacting with founders building exciting startups 

If you're excited about working at the intersection of startups and investing, we'd love to hear from you 

You can reach out to us at the following 

Jatin Karani, Founder of Samarthya 

Email: jatin@samarthya.co.in

Hridaya Zaveri, Investment Analyst

Email: hridaya@samarthya.co.in