Job Overview

GEM is seeking a senior investment professional to join our Investment Research Group and lead our venture capital secondaries and co-investment practice. This professional will report to the Managing Director of Venture Capital and will play a central role in sourcing, evaluating, and executing secondary transactions and co-investment opportunities across the technology and venture capital landscape.

We are seeking a candidate with 10+ years of experience in venture capital, fund-of-funds, or institutional investing, with deep knowledge of the technology sector and a proven ability to source and underwrite secondaries and co-investments. The ideal candidate is highly self-motivated, analytically rigorous, and possesses strong deal judgment. Senior investment professionals at GEM are empowered to work independently, cultivate relationships across the ecosystem, and drive high-conviction investment recommendations.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

The position responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Contribute to building a best-in-class venture capital program across primaries, secondaries and co-investments.
• Lead GEM�s secondaries and co-investment practice, an integral and growing part of its overall venture capital program
• Identify and assess secondary market opportunities, including LP interest sales and structured liquidity solutions
• Source and evaluate co-investment opportunities alongside GEM�s venture capital and technology-focused fund managers
• Lead underwriting and due diligence on secondary transactions and co-investments, including financial modeling, market analysis, and reference checks
• Build and maintain relationships with top-tier venture capital managers, technology investors, and intermediaries in the Bay Area and beyond
• Participate in capital formation activities and client-facing communications
• Mentor junior investment professionals and contribute to the firm�s investment process and culture

Qualifications

Successful candidates will display traits inherent in GEM�s collegial and team-oriented culture, including enthusiasm, honesty, humility, integrity, and curiosity.

• Undergraduate degree with strong academic performance; CFA or MBA preferred
• 10+ years of relevant experience in venture capital, fund-of-funds, or institutional investing focused on the technology sector, with a track record of successful secondary transactions and co-investments
• Deep familiarity with the venture capital and technology investment landscape, particularly in the Bay Area
• Ability to conduct industry research, articulate opinions, and make clear and concise investment recommendations
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, work ethic, and professional demeanor in a team-oriented, collaborative environment

Compensation

• The base salary range for this position is $250,000�$350,000 annually. The actual base salary will be determined based on experience, skills, and other job-related factors.
• This role will be eligible for an annual discretionary performance bonus, based on both individual and Company performance.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision health insurance
• Life insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Account / Health Savings Account
• Education assistance, including certifications, professional membership reimbursements, and related expenses.
• Wellness reimbursement program
• Paid time off
• Firm and team outings/socials

Working Conditions

• Position type � Full-time
• Work schedule � Minimum 40 hours/week
• Work location � Remote, San Francisco, CA
• Essential physical requirements � Ability to sit and work on a computer for an extended period
• Travel requirements � up to 10%