Job Description
Our purpose – Opening up a world of opportunity – explains why we exist. Here at HSBC we use our unique expertise, capabilities, breadth and perspectives to open up new kinds of opportunity for our more than 40 million customers. We’re bringing together the people, ideas and capital that nurture progress and growth, helping to create a better world – for our customers, our people, our investors, our communities and the planet we all share.
If you’re looking for a career where you will be respected as an individual and valued for the contributions you make, join HSBC and discover how diversity drives our success. Whether you want a career that could take you to the top, or simply take you in an exciting new direction, HSBC offers opportunities, support and rewards that will take you further.
HSBC Ventures is one of the key pillars of HSBC's global innovation strategy and focuses on accelerating innovation at HSBC through strategic investments in emerging companies relevant to Financial Services.
The US based Investment Manager will principally be responsible for providing:
- Lead market research on emerging technology trends and develop investment theses
- Lead deal origination by sourcing high-quality deal flows and recommending strategic-fit investment targets in key focus areas such as AI, data, security, fintech infrastructure, and emerging technologies such as blockchain and quantum computing
- Conduct investment evaluations, prepare investment papers, perform due diligence and manage internal and external stakeholders with minimal guidance
- Support Investment Directors while demonstrating the ability to independently manage all aspects of the investment execution process including documentation, compliance, internal approvals, term negotiations, signing and closing
- Drive collaboration with business units to align investment priorities
- Build and maintain strong relationships with the US startup and VC community, representing the team at both internal and external events
- Monitor investment performance and the development of portfolio companies
- Manage and mentor junior members
For this role, HSBC targets a fixed pay range between $171,700 and $272,800.00
The final fixed pay offer will depend on the candidate and a number of variables, including but not limited to, role responsibilities, skill set, depth of experience and education, licensing/certification requirements, internal relativity, and specific work location.
At HSBC, our overall goal is to provide a competitive Total Reward Package, with an appropriate mix of fixed pay, and variable pay, as part of an employee’s overall total compensation and benefits. Variable pay generally takes the form of discretionary, annual awards (sometimes referred to as a “bonus”). Additionally, HSBC offers a wide range of competitive and flexible benefits designed to help you improve your health and well-being, finances, and lifestyle.
Requirements
You’ll likely have the following qualifications to succeed in this role:
In compliance with applicable laws, HSBC is committed to employing only those who are authorized to work in the US. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. as HSBC will not engage in immigration sponsorship for this position.
- MBA plus a Bachelor’s degree in CS/EE preferred, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
- 4+ years of investment experience in corporate venture capital, venture capital or a related field, including leading the investment execution process, conducting due diligence, negotiating terms, and securing approvals
- Additional experience in corporate development, investment banking or management consulting is a plus
- Prior experience in enterprise technology, financial markets and startups
- Strategic thinker with proficiency in market research, financial modeling, valuation and problem-solving
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and confidently with internal and external stakeholders at all levels, including executives leadership
- Established professional network in the startup community is a significant plus
- Strong passion for innovation with an entrepreneurial mindset
- Hybrid working model at the San Francisco office
As an HSBC employee, you will have access to tailored professional development opportunities to ensure you have the right skills for today and tomorrow. We offer a competitive pay and benefits package including a robust Wellness Hub, all in a welcoming, diverse and inclusive work environment. You will be empowered to drive HSBC’s engagement with the communities we serve through an industry-leading volunteerism policy, a generous matching gift program, and a comprehensive program of immersive Sustainability and Climate Change Initiatives. You’ll want to join our Employee Resource Groups as they play a central part in life at HSBC, including the development of our employees and networking inside and outside of HSBC. We value difference. We succeed together. We take responsibility. We get it done. And we want you to help us build the bank of the future!
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, race, national origin, ethnicity, disability or medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran service, religion, creed, sex, gender, pregnancy, childbirth, caregiver status, marital status, citizenship or immigration status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other trait protected by applicable law.
