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June 28, 2007
Chief of Staff/Analyst For WI Harper VC Firm In SF
WI Harper is surely an interesting, Asia focussed VC firm. They are looking to hire a Chief of Staff to run the office but also do analysis. This is an entry level pre-MBA candidate position.
WI Harper has invested in: Focus Media, DivX, Beijing Xinwei, Bridge Pharmaceutical, Cardiva Medical, Commerce One, Celestry, Intraware, iKang Healthcare, MJ Group, Panorama Stock, SirF, 3G.CN, Maxthon and Verisilicon.
Send CV and cover letter to: echen@wiharper.com
WI Harper is looking for an Analyst for our San Francisco office to start immediately.
With $400M under management, WI Harper is one of the first U.S.-based venture capital firms to create a value-adding bridge between the United States and Greater China. For nearly a decade, WI Harper has been building companies internationally by facilitating the flow of capital, technology and management best practices across both sides of the Pacific. The Firm is focused on fueling companies at early expansion stage within Internet, wireless, digital media and life science / healthcare sectors. WI Harper's star portfolios include Focus Media, DivX, Beijing Xinwei, Bridge Pharmaceutical, Cardiva Medical, Commerce One, Celestry, Intraware, iKang Healthcare, MJ Group, Panorama Stock, SirF, 3G.CN, Maxthon and Verisilicon.
Responsibilities:
The analyst position is a two-year commitment for a pre-MBA candidate. The role is intended to be an entry-level apprenticeship in the venture capital business. The analyst will be involved in the investment process with a focus on:
- Technical and business due diligence
- Market intelligence development
- Investment theses development
- Monitoring of portfolio companies
In addition to supporting the investment process, the analyst will also function as the Chief of Staff to the Chairman as required. These responsibilities include:
- Screen Chairman’s mail, e-mail, and voice mail and respond accordingly
- Compose professional correspondence including letters, email, and voicemail
- Plan and manage special events/visiting delegations
- Maintain Advisory Board relationships and Executive contacts
Skills:
Candidate should have strong writing, analytical (qualitative and quantitative), technical, and personal skills required for success in a small but fast moving team environment, including:
- Ability to analyze a wide variety of businesses
- Perform due diligence, develop financial models, and create investment memos
- Record of academic achievement at a top-caliber undergraduate program
- Excellent organizational skills and a strong attention to detail
- Able to maintain composure under high pressure
- Bi-lingual in Mandarin a definite plus but not a requirement
Posted by BT at June 28, 2007 12:21 AM
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